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Orthodontic practices near Dacre

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Dacre, 1 practice within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, 3.6 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ghyllmount DentalPenrith3.6 miles north-east–––4.9 (312 reviews)
York Place DentalCarlisle17.5 miles north––✓5.0 (200 reviews)
Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle17.6 miles north✓––4.8 (65 reviews)
S & J Crown & Bridge limited.Carlisle18.5 miles north––––
Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle18.6 miles north✓–✓4.9 (238 reviews)
Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle18.6 miles north✓✓✓4.7 (35 reviews)
Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle18.9 miles north–––4.4 (7 reviews)
Cumberland InfirmaryCarlisle19.0 miles north–––3.6 (370 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Dacre with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Penrith, 3.6 miles north-east; the next are Carlisle (17.5 miles north) and Kendal (21.0 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Penrith13.6 miles north-east
Carlisle817.5 miles north
Kendal221.0 miles south
Cockermouth121.3 miles west
Gretna126.8 miles north
Maryport127.1 miles west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dacre

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York Place Dental in Carlisle (5.0 from 200 reviews), 17.5 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
York Place DentalCarlisle5.0 (200 reviews)17.5 miles north
Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle5.0 (37 reviews)19.0 miles north
Ghyllmount DentalPenrith4.9 (312 reviews)3.6 miles north-east
Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle4.9 (238 reviews)18.6 miles north

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

Dacre at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaWestmorland and Furness
NHS dental servicesNHS North East and North Cumbria 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 1614.5% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,479 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car8.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre50 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health14.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Cumbria177th closest to an orthodontic practice of 852 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared3.6 miles away, closer than 51% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cumbria
Nearest secondary schoolsQueen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith — 3.9 miles
Ullswater Community College — 4.2 miles
Schools in council area160 schools, 31,227 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.3% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesGhyllmount Dental, Penrith — 4 miles
York Place Dental, Carlisle — 18 miles
Sandes Avenue Dental Practice, Kendal — 21 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles1 within 10 miles, 9 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 Dacre

The nearest practice to Dacre is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, 3.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 9.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: York Place Dental (17.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around Dacre list clear aligners, the nearest 17.5 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dacre are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, 17.6 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Dacre

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Orthodontic care near Dacre

Orthodontist in Dacre: This page was put together for people in Dacre who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Dacre and the wider Cumbria area.

Local treatment availability around Dacre

There is no orthodontist on our records in Dacre itself. The nearest recorded are Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 4 miles away; York Place Dental in Carlisle, about 18 miles away; and Sandes Avenue Dental Practice in Kendal, about 21 miles away.

What official data says about Dacre

Officially, Dacre is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.5% of Dacre's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,479 residents in the neighbourhood around Dacre, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.1% average across Cumbria. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Dacre are Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith (3.9 miles) and Ullswater Community College (4.2 miles). DfE figures put 160 schools and 31,227 pupils across Dacre's Local Authority. National deprivation data puts Dacre close to the England median.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Pooley Bridge, Keldhead, Clickem, Stainton, Watermillock, and Great Blencow.

Where Dacre sits locally

Heading south-east for around 3 km brings you to Pooley Bridge, the closest linked location.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Dacre

Starting orthodontic treatment in Dacre 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Dacre

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Treatment in Dacre runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Dacre

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dacre can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Dacre

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Dacre — 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 Dacre. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Dacre

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dacre?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dacre is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 3.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are York Place Dental (17.5 miles) and Eden Dental Practice (17.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Dacre?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Dacre, 1 practice within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dacre?

The nearest practice to Dacre that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 17.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Lismore House Dental Practice (18.6 miles) and Spedding Dental Clinic (18.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dacre, Cumbria?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dacre, Cumbria?

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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TitleDacre, Cumbria Orthodontics | No Clinic Visit Required
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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