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Orthodontic practices near Colton Lane End

On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Colton Lane End, 20 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, 3.3 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Bishopthorpe Dental CentreYork3.3 miles east✓–✓4.9 (144 reviews)
The York Dental Suite by Dr Mafalda QueirozYork4.3 miles north-east–✓✓4.9 (314 reviews)
Perfect Smile ClinicUpper Poppleton4.5 miles north-east✓✓✓4.5 (397 reviews)
Manor House Dental PracticeYork4.5 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (53 reviews)
The Mount Dental PracticeYork4.6 miles north-east––✓4.6 (61 reviews)
Blossom Cosmetic ClinicYork4.7 miles north-east–✓✓4.8 (252 reviews)
Blossom Family Dental CareYork4.7 miles north-east✓✓✓4.7 (575 reviews)
Jorvik Dental PracticeYork4.8 miles north-east✓––5.0 (57 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Colton Lane End with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is York, 3.3 miles east; the next are Upper Poppleton (4.5 miles north-east) and Nether Poppleton (6.1 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
York153.3 miles east
Upper Poppleton14.5 miles north-east
Nether Poppleton16.1 miles north-east
Wetherby28.4 miles west
Selby19.8 miles south-east
Garforth111.7 miles south-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Colton Lane End

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham (5.0 from 1,018 reviews), 6.2 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork5.0 (1,018 reviews)6.2 miles north-east
Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds5.0 (258 reviews)15.6 miles west
Hopkinson DentalWetherby5.0 (175 reviews)8.5 miles west
Yorkshire OrthodonticsChapel Allerton5.0 (84 reviews)14.1 miles west

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

Colton Lane End at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaNorth Yorkshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,968 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre34 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health10.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England
Access within North Yorkshire125th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles)
Nearest practice compared3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county8.4% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire
Nearest university dental hospitalLeeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 17 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsYork High School — 3.3 miles
All Saints Catholic School York — 4.5 miles
Millthorpe School — 4.5 miles
Schools in council area377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay25.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesBishopthorpe Dental Centre, York — 3 miles
Perfect Smile Clinic, Upper Poppleton — 4 miles
PortmanDentex York, Nether Poppleton — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles20 within 10 miles, 58 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 Colton Lane End

Colton Lane End is 3.3 miles from Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 58.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Manor House Dental Practice (4.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 23 of the practices around Colton Lane End list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Colton Lane End are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 17 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Colton Lane End

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Facts about Colton Lane End

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Area profile for Colton Lane End

Colton Lane End is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Colton Lane End falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,968 residents in the neighbourhood around Colton Lane End, 8.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. Colton Lane End has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Colton Lane End attend schools such as York High School (3.3 miles) and All Saints Catholic School York (4.5 miles). Colton Lane End's Local Authority area covers 377 schools and 86,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. Colton Lane End's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Colton Lane End is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Practice data for Colton Lane End

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Colton Lane End. The nearest recorded are Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, about 3 miles away; Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, about 4 miles away; and PortmanDentex York in Nether Poppleton, about 6 miles away.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Colton Lane End

Patients in Colton Lane End have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Colton Lane End

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

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Colton Lane End

Orthodontic treatment in Colton Lane End is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Colton Lane End

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Colton Lane End?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Colton Lane End is Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, about 3.3 miles to the east. The next closest are The York Dental Suite by Dr Mafalda Queiroz (4.3 miles) and Perfect Smile Clinic (4.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Colton Lane End?

Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Colton Lane End, 20 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Colton Lane End?

The nearest practice to Colton Lane End that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bishopthorpe Dental Centre in York, about 3.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Perfect Smile Clinic (4.5 miles) and Blossom Family Dental Care (4.7 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Colton Lane End, North Yorkshire?

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 Colton Lane End, North Yorkshire?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleColton Lane End, North Yorkshire Smile Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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