Braces in Burnt Yates at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,648 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harrogate High School — 4.9 miles Harrogate Grammar School — 5.3 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | MapleLeaf Dental, Harrogate — 4.5 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Harrogate Clinic, Harrogate — 4.9 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 17 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 197th closest to a practice of 935 places in the county; the county median is 8.2 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces near Burnt Yates
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Burnt Yates, 9 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, 4.3 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is MapleLeaf Dental, 4.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 4.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental CareHarrogate | 6.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (405 reviews) |
| Wetherby OrthodonticsWetherby | 12.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 12.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (175 reviews) |
| One Two Three Dental - Dentist in Guiseley, LeedsGuiseley | 12.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (152 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burnt Yates with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Harrogate, 4.5 miles south-east; the next are Wetherby (12.2 miles south-east) and Guiseley (12.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Harrogate | 3 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Wetherby | 2 | 12.2 miles south-east |
| Guiseley | 1 | 12.9 miles south |
| Yeadon | 1 | 14.0 miles south |
| Leeds | 1 | 15.6 miles south |
| Bradford | 1 | 16.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Burnt Yates
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smiles on Harrogate Road in Leeds (5.0 from 258 reviews), 15.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 15.6 miles south |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 12.4 miles south-east |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 16.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces are still the benchmark for predictable, reliable tooth movement. Orthodontists serving Burnt Yates offer metal, ceramic, lingual and self-ligating appliances to suit different cases and budgets. They work continuously and need no compliance beyond routine cleaning, which makes them dependable for complex movements. Treatment length varies with the case, but 12–24 months is the usual range.
What to Look For in an Orthodontic Practice in Burnt Yates
When comparing practices in Burnt Yates, look for GDC-registered clinicians with orthodontic training, clear written plans before you commit, and fees that include retainers rather than adding them later.
Getting two or three consultations before committing is entirely reasonable for private treatment, and it's the best way to judge both the plan and the clinician.
Step by Step: Braces in Burnt Yates
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in Burnt Yates are usually every 6–10 weeks. Skipping appointments simply lengthens the overall timeline. The Burnt Yates overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
Local Context for Burnt Yates
Not every practice near Burnt Yates offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Burnt Yates is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Burnt Yates sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.2% of Burnt Yates's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,648 residents in Burnt Yates's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Burnt Yates is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Burnt Yates are Harrogate High School (4.9 miles) and Harrogate Grammar School (5.3 miles). DfE figures put 377 schools and 86,087 pupils across Burnt Yates's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Burnt Yates sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Burnt Yates is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 17 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Burnt Yates itself. The nearest we do hold are Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, about 4 miles away; Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 6 miles away; and Wetherby Orthodontics, about 12 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in North Yorkshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace costs in Burnt Yates generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Teeth Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Burnt Yates
The orthodontists serving Burnt Yates treat a broad spectrum of tooth and jaw problems. Some cases are straightforward crowding; others are bite issues that have developed over years. Recognising which problem you have makes the treatment conversation far clearer.
When to See an Orthodontist in Burnt Yates
You don't need to wait until all adult teeth have erupted. An early assessment around age 7–8 allows a specialist to identify developing problems and advise on timing. Adults can start at any age provided dental and gum health is good.
Teenage Orthodontic Treatment in Burnt Yates
Teenage orthodontics in Burnt Yates spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. Active jaw growth lets orthodontists in Burnt Yates guide the teeth more efficiently. A photo assessment is a low-pressure first step for a hesitant teenager.
Teen Orthodontics in Burnt Yates — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in North Yorkshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. That's a significant period when timing matters.
TMJ, Underbite & Jaw Surgery in Burnt Yates
Some bite problems come from the jaws themselves, not just the teeth. They span TMJ pain through to skeletal discrepancies that may need jaw surgery. Many of these conditions are treatable, and early diagnosis improves outcomes.
Jaw Treatment in Burnt Yates — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Burnt Yates vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Burnt Yates is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Burnt Yates. Burnt Yates's under-16 share sits at 15.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,648 residents in the neighbourhood around Burnt Yates, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Burnt Yates has more choice than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Burnt Yates are served by secondary schools including Harrogate High School (4.9 miles) and Harrogate Grammar School (5.3 miles). There are 377 schools and 86,087 pupils in Burnt Yates's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Burnt Yates sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Burnt Yates is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Burnt Yates
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burnt Yates?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burnt Yates is Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Chatsworth House Dental Clinic (4.4 miles) and MapleLeaf Dental (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burnt Yates?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Burnt Yates, 9 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Burnt Yates?
The nearest practice to Burnt Yates that mentions fixed braces is MapleLeaf Dental in Harrogate, about 4.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include The Harrogate Clinic (4.9 miles) and Harrogate Dental Care (6.2 miles).
Which towns are close to Burnt Yates?
Hampsthwaite Hollins, Markington, Killinghall Moor are within easy reach of Burnt Yates.
How's children's dental health in Burnt Yates's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How deprived is Burnt Yates compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Burnt Yates is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Burnt Yates?
15.2% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Will I need retainers after braces?
Yes — retainers are essential after all brace treatment to prevent teeth from drifting back. Your orthodontist will fit retainers at the de-bond appointment. Most patients are given both a fixed (bonded) retainer behind the front teeth and a removable retainer for overnight wear.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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