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Orthodontic practices near Churchbalk

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Churchbalk, 23 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, 4.1 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby4.1 miles east✓–––
No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern4.2 miles east––✓4.9 (139 reviews)
Orthodontics DerbyMarchington5.4 miles south-west––✓5.0 (1 review)
The Practice @ WillingtonRepton5.7 miles south-east✓–✓4.8 (59 reviews)
Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby5.9 miles east–✓✓4.8 (452 reviews)
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby6.2 miles east✓–✓4.9 (346 reviews)
The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby6.3 miles east–––2.3 (6 reviews)
The Orthodontic PracticeDerby6.3 miles east–––4.8 (128 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Churchbalk with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 4.1 miles east; the next are Findern (4.2 miles east) and Marchington (5.4 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Derby144.1 miles east
Findern14.2 miles east
Marchington15.4 miles south-west
Repton15.7 miles south-east
Burton upon Trent58.1 miles south
Swadlincote49.2 miles south

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Churchbalk

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 10.8 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote4.9 (422 reviews)10.8 miles south
Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote4.9 (352 reviews)9.2 miles south
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby4.9 (346 reviews)6.2 miles east
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent4.9 (246 reviews)8.1 miles south

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

Churchbalk at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSouth Derbyshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1614.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,264 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre44 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles2 practices
Access within Derbyshire332nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 32 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsJohn Port Spencer Academy — 2.9 miles
Murray Park Community School — 4.6 miles
Littleover Community School — 4.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 2,034 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesNO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST, Derby — 4 miles
No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 4 miles
Orthodontics Derby, Marchington — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles23 within 10 miles, 55 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 Churchbalk

The nearest practice to Churchbalk is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, 4.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 55.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: No1 The Orthodontic Specialists (4.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (13.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Churchbalk list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 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 Churchbalk are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 32 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Churchbalk

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Orthodontic services in Churchbalk

Orthodontist in Churchbalk: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Churchbalk? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is relevant to searches focused on both Churchbalk and the wider Derbyshire area.

Practice data for Churchbalk

There is no orthodontist on our records in Churchbalk itself. The nearest we do hold are NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 4 miles away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 4 miles away; and Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 5 miles away.

More local pages to browse

You can also compare treatment pages for Cropper, Osleston, Dalbury Lees, Lower Thurvaston, Sutton on the Hill, and Trusley if you are weighing up more than one location.

Where Churchbalk sits locally

Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Cropper, the closest linked location.

Churchbalk in context

By ONS classification, Churchbalk falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Churchbalk sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.8% of Churchbalk's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,264 residents in the neighbourhood around Churchbalk, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Churchbalk attend schools such as John Port Spencer Academy (2.9 miles) and Murray Park Community School (4.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Churchbalk is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Churchbalk is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Churchbalk

The orthodontic landscape in Churchbalk offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Churchbalk

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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Churchbalk

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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Churchbalk

Orthodontic practices in and around Churchbalk vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Churchbalk sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Churchbalk's under-16 share sits at 14.8%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 2,264 residents in Churchbalk's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Churchbalk are served by secondary schools including John Port Spencer Academy (2.9 miles) and Murray Park Community School (4.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Churchbalk is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Churchbalk is about 32 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Churchbalk

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Churchbalk?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Churchbalk is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 4.1 miles to the east. The next closest are No1 The Orthodontic Specialists (4.2 miles) and Orthodontics Derby (5.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Churchbalk?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Churchbalk, 23 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Churchbalk?

The nearest practice to Churchbalk that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 4.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include The Practice @ Willington (5.7 miles) and Ashbourne Road Dental (6.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Churchbalk, Derbyshire?

A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Churchbalk, Derbyshire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleChurchbalk, Derbyshire Clear Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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