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Orthodontic practices near Darley Abbey

On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Darley Abbey, 20 practices within 10 and 88 practices within 20. The closest is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 1.1 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby1.1 miles south-west✓–✓4.9 (346 reviews)
The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby1.2 miles south–––2.3 (6 reviews)
The Orthodontic PracticeDerby1.2 miles south–––4.8 (128 reviews)
Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby1.3 miles south––✓4.7 (460 reviews)
Casa DentalDerby1.5 miles south–✓✓4.8 (180 reviews)
Derby City Dental CareDerby1.6 miles south✓–✓4.5 (498 reviews)
Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby2.0 miles east––✓4.7 (323 reviews)
Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby2.3 miles south–✓✓4.8 (452 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Darley Abbey with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 1.1 miles south-west; the next are Findern (3.5 miles south-west) and Ilkeston (6.7 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Derby141.1 miles south-west
Findern13.5 miles south-west
Ilkeston16.7 miles east
Repton17.1 miles south-west
Heanor17.3 miles north-east
Long Eaton38.7 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Darley Abbey

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queen's Road Dental Care in Rylands (4.9 from 543 reviews), 11.4 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Queen's Road Dental CareRylands4.9 (543 reviews)11.4 miles east
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby4.9 (346 reviews)1.1 miles south-west
Kimberley DentalKimberley4.9 (251 reviews)10.2 miles north-east
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent4.9 (246 reviews)11.4 miles south-west

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

Darley Abbey at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDerby
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)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.4% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,556 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.4% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car10.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,884 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England
Access within Derby14th closest to an orthodontic practice of 20 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derby
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 30 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsSaint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy — 0.3 miles
Landau Forte College — 0.9 miles
Allestree Woodlands School — 1.3 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles9 schools, about 10,238 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area116 schools, 47,329 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesAshbourne Road Dental, Derby — 1 miles
No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 4 miles
Dr Serena Hoyte, Ilkeston — 7 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles20 within 10 miles, 88 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 Darley Abbey

The nearest practice to Darley Abbey is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 88.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Darley Abbey list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 Darley Abbey are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Darley Abbey

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Orthodontist in Darley Abbey: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Darley Abbey keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Derby.

Practice signals around Darley Abbey

There is no orthodontist on our records in Darley Abbey itself. The closest on record are Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about a mile away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 4 miles away; and Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston, about 7 miles away.

Widen your local search

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Little Chester, Allestree, Derby, Litchurch, The Holmes, and New Zealand.

Where Darley Abbey sits locally

The nearest other location we cover is Little Chester, around 1 km to the south-east.

Area profile for Darley Abbey

Officially, Darley Abbey is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. 18.4% of Darley Abbey's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Darley Abbey, 7.8% of the 1,556 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derby, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Darley Abbey has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Darley Abbey are served by secondary schools including Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy (0.3 miles) and Landau Forte College (0.9 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 116 schools and 47,329 pupils in Darley Abbey's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Darley Abbey among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Darley Abbey is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Darley Abbey

Starting orthodontic treatment in Darley Abbey 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Darley Abbey

  • 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?

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

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

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Darley Abbey

The orthodontic landscape in Darley Abbey 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.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Darley Abbey offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Darley Abbey

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Darley Abbey?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Darley Abbey is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel) (1.2 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice (1.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Darley Abbey?

Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Darley Abbey, 20 practices within 10 miles and 88 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Darley Abbey?

The nearest practice to Darley Abbey that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Derby City Dental Care (1.6 miles) and Cavendish Dental Practice (2.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Darley Abbey, Derby?

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 Darley Abbey, Derby?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleDarley Abbey, Derby Invisalign & Braces
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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