Orthodontic practices near Derby
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Derby, 20 practices within 10 and 86 practices within 20. The closest is Remarkable Smiles - Derby, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 0.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| Casa DentalDerby | 0.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (180 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 0.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 0.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby | 1.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (452 reviews) |
| Cavendish Dental PracticeDerby | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (884 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Derby with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Findern (2.8 miles west) and Repton (6.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 14 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Findern | 1 | 2.8 miles west |
| Repton | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Ilkeston | 1 | 7.1 miles east |
| Heanor | 1 | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Long Eaton | 3 | 8.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Derby
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.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 10.8 miles south |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 10.9 miles south-west |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 10.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Derby at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derby |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 270,468 |
| Residents under 16 | 10.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,604 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 27.9% aged 16 to 24 and 41.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 56.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,351 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Derby | 2nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 20 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 2.5% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derby |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Derby Cathedral School — 0.5 miles Landau Forte College — 0.6 miles The Bemrose School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 16,111 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 116 schools, 47,329 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 14 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 86 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | DE1 |
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 Derby
The nearest practice to Derby is Remarkable Smiles - Derby, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 86.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (7.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Derby list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Derby are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Derby City Dental Care, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Derby
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Orthodontist in Derby: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Derby often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Derby, not just Derby. Derby — a city with a population of around 270,468 — is covered on this page specifically.
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Facts about Derby
Around 270,468 people live in Derby, which is a city within Derby. Litchurch is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Derby.
Derby in context
Derby is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Derby falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. With just 10.7% of residents under 16, Derby skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.5% of the 1,604 residents in Derby's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derby. Derby has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Derby are served by secondary schools including Derby Cathedral School (0.5 miles) and Landau Forte College (0.6 miles). 13 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 116 schools and 47,329 pupils in Derby's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Derby among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Derby is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local provider signals in Derby
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 14 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Derby or nearby searches; 11 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 6 mention fixed braces; 7 include NHS signals and 15 include private treatment signals; 6 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 3, wheelchair access from 4, and evening or weekend availability from 6. Nearby practice records include Ashbourne Road Dental, Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic, Casa Dental, Cavendish Dental Practice, and Charming Smiles. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as NHS, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, Lincoln Stafford, and Nottingham.
All Orthodontic Options in Derby Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Derby has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Litchurch, The Holmes and Little Chester regularly visit orthodontists in Derby.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Derby
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Derby — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Derby
Orthodontic treatment in Derby is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively. People from Litchurch, The Holmes and Little Chester regularly visit orthodontists in Derby.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Derby
14 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Derby. Derby — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 10.7% of residents under 16, Derby skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.5% of the 1,604 residents in Derby's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derby. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Derby has more choice than 85% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Derby attend schools such as Derby Cathedral School (0.5 miles) and Landau Forte College (0.6 miles). 13 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 116 schools and 47,329 pupils in Derby's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Derby's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Derby is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 32 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Litchurch, The Holmes, and Little Chester regularly make use of Derby's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Derby. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Derby
These local links are here for anyone comparing Derby, Derby against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Litchurch, The Holmes, Little Chester, Darley Abbey, New Zealand, and Allestree.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Derby
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Derby often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Derby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Derby is Remarkable Smiles - Derby, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Casa Dental (0.3 miles) and Derby City Dental Care (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Derby?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Derby, 20 practices within 10 miles and 86 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Derby?
The nearest practice to Derby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Derby City Dental Care, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ashbourne Road Dental (0.6 miles) and Cavendish Dental Practice (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Derby, Derby?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Derby, Derby?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.