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Orthodontic practices near Coton in the Elms

On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Coton in the Elms, 23 practices within 10 and 108 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 4.0 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent4.0 miles north✓✓✓4.8 (666 reviews)
Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote4.0 miles north✓––4.9 (352 reviews)
Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote4.4 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (422 reviews)
Harmandeep SangheraSwadlincote4.6 miles north-east––––
Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent4.6 miles north✓––3.9 (19 reviews)
Hughes and Owen Dental CareSwadlincote4.7 miles north-east✓–✓4.8 (103 reviews)
Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent5.0 miles north✓✓✓4.5 (91 reviews)
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent5.0 miles north✓–✓4.9 (246 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Coton in the Elms with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Burton upon Trent, 4.0 miles north; the next are Swadlincote (4.0 miles north) and Tamworth (6.8 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Burton upon Trent54.0 miles north
Swadlincote44.0 miles north
Tamworth46.8 miles south
Smethwick17.1 miles south
Lichfield98.2 miles south-west
Repton18.9 miles north

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Coton in the Elms

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Spires Dental Clinic in Lichfield (5.0 from 324 reviews), 8.7 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Spires Dental ClinicLichfield5.0 (324 reviews)8.7 miles west
Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield5.0 (135 reviews)10.5 miles south-west
London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant CentreCoalville5.0 (122 reviews)11.6 miles east
Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood5.0 (87 reviews)12.7 miles west

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

Coton in the Elms 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
Population896
Residents under 1616.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,700 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 26.8% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car9.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre94 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England
Access within Derbyshire319th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.1% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 20 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsPaget High School — 4.0 miles
Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy — 4.1 miles
John Taylor High School — 4.1 miles
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesDental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 4 miles
Beaufort Dental Health Centre, Swadlincote — 4 miles
Ascent Dental Care Tamworth, Tamworth — 7 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles23 within 10 miles, 108 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 Coton in the Elms

The nearest practice to Coton in the Elms is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 4 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 108.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dental Perfection - Burton (4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Coton in the Elms list clear aligners, the nearest 4 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 Coton in the Elms are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 20 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Coton in the Elms

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Compare orthodontic care in Coton in the Elms

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Coton in the Elms, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Derbyshire. Coton in the Elms — a small village with a population of around 896 — is covered on this page specifically.

Area profile for Coton in the Elms

Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Coton in the Elms sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Coton in the Elms's under-16 share sits at 16.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,700 residents in the neighbourhood around Coton in the Elms, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Coton in the Elms has more choice than 66% of towns in England. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Coton in the Elms are Paget High School (4.0 miles) and Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy (4.1 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Coton in the Elms is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Coton in the Elms is about 20 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.

Keep exploring nearby

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Rosliston, Lullington, Haunton, Clifton Campville, Drakelow, and Walton upon Trent may also help.

Local context for Coton in the Elms

Coton in the Elms is home to around 896 people, classing it as a small village within Derbyshire. Heading north for around 2 km brings you to Rosliston, the closest linked location.

Useful local orthodontic context for Coton in the Elms

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Coton in the Elms. The nearest recorded are Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 4 miles away; Beaufort Dental Health Centre in Swadlincote, about 4 miles away; and Ascent Dental Care Tamworth, about 7 miles away.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Coton in the Elms

Many people in Coton in the Elms delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Coton in the Elms

  • 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.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Coton in the Elms

Practices serving Coton in the Elms differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Coton in the Elms is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Coton in the Elms sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 16.2% of Coton in the Elms's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,700 residents in the neighbourhood around Coton in the Elms, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Coton in the Elms has more choice than 66% of towns in England. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Coton in the Elms are Paget High School (4.0 miles) and Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy (4.1 miles). Coton in the Elms's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Coton in the Elms is about 20 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

All Orthodontic Options in Coton in the Elms Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Coton in the Elms has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Coton in the Elms

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Coton in the Elms — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Coton in the Elms

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Coton in the Elms?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Coton in the Elms is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 4.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Beaufort Dental Health Centre (4.0 miles) and Alexandra Dental Care (4.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Coton in the Elms?

Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Coton in the Elms, 23 practices within 10 miles and 108 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Coton in the Elms?

The nearest practice to Coton in the Elms that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 4.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include Beaufort Dental Health Centre (4.0 miles) and Alexandra Dental Care (4.4 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Coton in the Elms, Derbyshire?

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 Coton in the Elms, Derbyshire?

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

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TitleCoton in the Elms, Derbyshire Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
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