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Orthodontic practices near Doxey

On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Doxey, 12 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, 1.0 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford1.0 miles east✓–✓4.9 (3,597 reviews)
Church Lane Dental Site 2Stafford1.2 miles east✓–✓4.9 (39 reviews)
Smile Style Dental Care CentreStafford1.5 miles south-east–––4.8 (361 reviews)
Oracle DentalStafford2.2 miles east–––4.3 (20 reviews)
The Priors Dental PracticePenkridge5.9 miles south–––4.4 (25 reviews)
Regency House Dental PracticeStone6.5 miles north✓✓✓4.7 (127 reviews)
DentaireCannock9.1 miles south-east✓✓✓4.2 (27 reviews)
The Valley Centre Dental PracticeCannock9.1 miles south-east––✓4.7 (397 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Doxey with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stafford, 1.0 miles east; the next are Penkridge (5.9 miles south) and Stone (6.5 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Stafford41.0 miles east
Penkridge15.9 miles south
Stone16.5 miles north
Cannock69.1 miles south-east
Barlaston19.2 miles north
Great Wyrley311.2 miles south-east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Doxey

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 13.9 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Shifnal Dental CareShifnal5.0 (996 reviews)13.9 miles south-west
Claregate Dental Practice WolverhamptonWolverhampton5.0 (252 reviews)13.8 miles south
Cheslyn Hay Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley5.0 (164 reviews)11.2 miles south-east
Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood5.0 (87 reviews)12.4 miles south-east

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

Doxey at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaStafford
NHS dental servicesNHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1623.1% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,453 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally8.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 37.5% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car15.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,231 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England
Access within Staffordshire75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county8.8% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 25 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsBlessed William Howard Catholic School — 1.0 miles
King Edward VI High School — 1.0 miles
Sir Graham Balfour High School — 1.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles5 schools, about 4,016 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesChurch Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, Stafford — 1 miles
The Priors Dental Practice, Penkridge — 6 miles
Regency House Dental Practice, Stone — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles12 within 10 miles, 84 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 Doxey

Doxey is 1 miles from Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 84.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Valley Centre Dental Practice (9.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Claregate Dental Practice Wolverhampton (13.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Doxey list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Doxey are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 25 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Doxey

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Orthodontist in Doxey: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Doxey keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Doxey itself or elsewhere in Staffordshire.

What official data says about Doxey

Doxey is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. With 23.1% of residents under 16, Doxey has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.8% of the 2,453 residents in Doxey's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Doxey is better served than 56% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Doxey are served by secondary schools including Blessed William Howard Catholic School (1.0 miles) and King Edward VI High School (1.0 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Doxey is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Doxey is about 25 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.

Nearby location pages

Pages for Holmcroft, Rowley Park, Broadeye, Stafford, Derrington, and Trinity Fields follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

Local provider signals in Doxey

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Doxey. The nearest we do hold are Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, about a mile away; The Priors Dental Practice in Penkridge, about 6 miles away; and Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 6 miles away.

Facts about Doxey

Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Holmcroft, the closest linked location.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Doxey

Starting orthodontic treatment in Doxey 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Doxey — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

All Orthodontic Options in Doxey Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Doxey 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. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Doxey

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Doxey

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Doxey?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Doxey is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, about 1.0 miles to the east. The next closest are Church Lane Dental Site 2 (1.2 miles) and Smile Style Dental Care Centre (1.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Doxey?

Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Doxey, 12 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Doxey?

The nearest practice to Doxey that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, about 1.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Church Lane Dental Site 2 (1.2 miles) and Regency House Dental Practice (6.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Doxey, Staffordshire?

The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Doxey, Staffordshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleDoxey, Staffordshire Orthodontist | Free Online Assessment
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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