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Orthodontic practices near Calder Grove

On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Calder Grove, 43 practices within 10 and 126 practices within 20. The closest is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, 2.1 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Advance Dental CareWakefield2.1 miles east✓✓✓4.9 (357 reviews)
Orthodontics by JontyWakefield2.1 miles north–✓✓–
St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield2.1 miles north✓–✓4.9 (142 reviews)
St Michael's Dental PracticeWakefield2.1 miles north✓–✓4.7 (46 reviews)
Space DentalWakefield2.5 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (1,305 reviews)
Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield2.8 miles north-east–––4.0 (5 reviews)
Northgate DentalWakefield2.9 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (185 reviews)
Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield2.9 miles north-east–––3.1 (59 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Calder Grove with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wakefield, 2.1 miles east; the next are Middlestown (3.5 miles west) and Dewsbury (4.6 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Wakefield122.1 miles east
Middlestown13.5 miles west
Dewsbury54.6 miles north-west
Barnsley34.7 miles south
Morley35.0 miles north
Batley45.1 miles north-west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Calder Grove

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northgate Dental in Wakefield (5.0 from 185 reviews), 2.9 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Northgate DentalWakefield5.0 (185 reviews)2.9 miles north-east
Smile Design StudioWakefield5.0 (116 reviews)3.1 miles north-east
Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton5.0 (114 reviews)8.0 miles north-west
Space DentalWakefield4.9 (1,305 reviews)2.5 miles north-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Calder Grove at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaWakefield
NHS dental servicesNHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1615% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,357 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally4.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 32.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car20.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,348 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England
Access within City and Borough of Wakefield81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county4.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield
Nearest university dental hospitalLeeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 11 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsHorbury Academy — 0.8 miles
Kettlethorpe High School — 1.7 miles
Trinity Academy Cathedral — 1.7 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles5 schools, about 6,175 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay30.2% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesAdvance Dental Care, Wakefield — 2 miles
Thornhill Dental, Middlestown — 4 miles
TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURY, Dewsbury — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles43 within 10 miles, 126 within 20 miles

Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Calder Grove

Calder Grove is 2.1 miles from Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 126.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Advance Dental Care (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental Rituals (7.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Calder Grove list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.

For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Calder Grove are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Calder Grove

City and Borough of Wakefield12 nearby locations

Local orthodontic treatment in Calder Grove

Orthodontist in Calder Grove: This page was put together for people in Calder Grove who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City and Borough of Wakefield.

Nearby location pages

Related pages for Horbury Junction, Crigglestone, Hall Cliffe, Durkar, Addingford, and Horbury are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

Practice signals around Calder Grove

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Calder Grove. The nearest we do hold are Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 2 miles away; Thornhill Dental in Middlestown, about 4 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURY, about 5 miles away.

Local context for Calder Grove

The nearest other location we cover is Horbury Junction, under 1 km to the north.

Area profile for Calder Grove

By ONS classification, Calder Grove falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Calder Grove. Census figures show 15% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Calder Grove, 4.6% of the 1,357 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Calder Grove has more choice than 87% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Calder Grove are Horbury Academy (0.8 miles) and Kettlethorpe High School (1.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Calder Grove's Local Authority area covers 155 schools and 57,141 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Calder Grove is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Calder Grove is about 11 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Calder Grove

Starting orthodontic treatment in Calder Grove can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Calder Grove

  • Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
  • Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
  • Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
  • Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
  • Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Every case in Calder Grove follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Calder Grove

The orthodontic landscape in Calder Grove offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Calder Grove

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Calder Grove. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Calder Grove

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Calder Grove often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Calder Grove?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Calder Grove is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 2.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Orthodontics by Jonty (2.1 miles) and St Michael's Orthodontics (2.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Calder Grove?

Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Calder Grove, 43 practices within 10 miles and 126 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Calder Grove?

The nearest practice to Calder Grove that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 2.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include St Michael's Orthodontics (2.1 miles) and St Michael's Dental Practice (2.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Calder Grove, City and Borough of Wakefield?

Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Calder Grove, City and Borough of Wakefield?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleCalder Grove, City and Borough of Wakefield Orthodontics
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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