Retainers in Dicklant at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 4.6 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 4.6 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 2.2 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of 1,960 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 2 within 5 miles, 9 within 10, 81 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 9.1% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 51 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Dicklant listing retainers
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Dicklant, 9 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 2.2 miles north-east. The nearest listing retainers is Refine Specialist Dental Care, 4.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 11.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 15.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 15.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dicklant with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Alfreton, 4.6 miles south-east; the next are Chesterfield (5.9 miles north) and Sutton in Ashfield (9.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alfreton | 1 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Chesterfield | 1 | 5.9 miles north |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 1 | 9.5 miles east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 11.0 miles east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 15.2 miles north |
| Sheffield | 1 | 15.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dicklant
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 5.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 5.9 miles north |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 15.6 miles south |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 4.8 (82 reviews) | 15.2 miles north |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 4.7 (88 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Dicklant
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton (4.6 miles) | Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.9 miles); Kirkby Dental Practice (9.5 miles) | 8 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton (4.6 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley (2.2 miles) | Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.9 miles); Aspire Dental (6.1 miles) | 10 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Ferndale House Dental Practice, Chesterfield (6.2 miles) | Kirkby Dental Practice (9.5 miles); Kimberley Dental (13.6 miles) | 6 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Orthodontists in Dicklant typically fit them the same day braces come off.
Retainer Services in Dicklant
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Dicklant. ONS classifies Dicklant as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.7% of Dicklant's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,960 residents in Dicklant's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Dicklant are served by secondary schools including Tupton Hall School (3.0 miles) and Highfields School (3.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Dicklant is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dicklant is about 16 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. See local practice availability in Dicklant → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Dicklant generally sit between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Dicklant can usually provide replacement retainers.
The Retainer Wear Schedule
Modern practice is lifelong retention for removable retainers — daily wear at first, easing to nights only long-term. Stopping entirely, even years later, remains the commonest cause of teeth drifting back.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
A retainer that no longer seats is a warning sign — get it checked promptly. Catching movement early usually means a fresh retainer, not a full course of retreatment.
Types of Retainer Available in Dicklant
Fixed (bonded) retainers sit permanently behind the front teeth as a discreet bonded wire, holding the result with zero patient effort. The trade-off is cleaning: floss threaders or interdental brushes are needed to keep the area healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Dicklant now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Dicklant
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Dicklant. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Aftercare Services in Dicklant
Provision in Dicklant varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. ONS classifies Dicklant as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dicklant. Dicklant has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,960 residents in Dicklant's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Dicklant are served by secondary schools including Tupton Hall School (3.0 miles) and Highfields School (3.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Dicklant is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dicklant is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 16 miles away. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Dicklant
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dicklant?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dicklant is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.6 miles) and Smile Care Centre (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dicklant?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Dicklant, 9 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Dicklant?
The nearest practice to Dicklant that lists retainers is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.9 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (9.5 miles).
How deprived is Dicklant compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Dicklant is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which county covers Dicklant?
Dicklant falls within Derbyshire.
What kind of area is Dicklant?
ONS classifies Dicklant as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
What towns are near Dicklant?
Holmgate, Brackenfield, Ashover are within easy reach of Dicklant.
Can I get retainers if my teeth have already shifted?
For minor shifting, a new retainer made to your current position will stop further movement. For significant shift, a short retreatment course with aligners or braces may come first — an orthodontist assessment will confirm which applies.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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