Orthodontic practices near Drakelow
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Drakelow, 23 practices within 10 and 106 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (666 reviews) |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Dental Care Burton on TrentBurton upon Trent | 2.4 miles north | – | – | – | 3.9 (338 reviews) |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (422 reviews) |
| Hughes and Owen Dental CareSwadlincote | 3.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (103 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Drakelow with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Burton upon Trent, 1.2 miles north; the next are Swadlincote (1.6 miles north-east) and Repton (6.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 1.2 miles north |
| Swadlincote | 4 | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Repton | 1 | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Marchington | 1 | 8.9 miles north-west |
| Lichfield | 9 | 9.3 miles south-west |
| Tamworth | 4 | 9.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Drakelow
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Spires Dental Clinic in Lichfield (5.0 from 324 reviews), 9.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spires Dental ClinicLichfield | 5.0 (324 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-west |
| Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield | 5.0 (135 reviews) | 12.0 miles south-west |
| London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant CentreCoalville | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 12.4 miles east |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 4.9 (537 reviews) | 9.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Drakelow at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Derbyshire |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,340 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 129 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Derbyshire | 56th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Paget High School — 1.3 miles Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy — 1.8 miles Paulet High School — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,991 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 1 miles Beaufort Dental Health Centre, Swadlincote — 2 miles The Practice @ Willington, Repton — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 106 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 Drakelow
Drakelow is 1.2 miles from Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 106.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dental Perfection - Burton (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Drakelow list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Drakelow are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Drakelow
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Orthodontist in Drakelow: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Drakelow understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Drakelow itself or elsewhere in Derbyshire.
What we know about practices near Drakelow
There is no orthodontist on our records in Drakelow itself. The closest on record are Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about a mile away; Beaufort Dental Health Centre in Swadlincote, about 2 miles away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 7 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Rosliston, Walton upon Trent, Shobnall, Bond End, Stapenhill, and Burton upon Trent.
Drakelow in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Drakelow sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.3% of Drakelow's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,340 residents in the neighbourhood around Drakelow, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Drakelow has more choice than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Drakelow are Paget High School (1.3 miles) and Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy (1.8 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Drakelow falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Drakelow is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Drakelow in numbers
Walton upon Trent is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south-west of Drakelow.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Drakelow
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Drakelow can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Drakelow
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Drakelow
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Drakelow helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Drakelow
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Drakelow runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Drakelow. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Drakelow
This part of the page places Drakelow, Derbyshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Rosliston, Walton upon Trent, Shobnall, Bond End, Stapenhill, and Burton upon Trent may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Drakelow
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Drakelow often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Drakelow?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Drakelow is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 1.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Beaufort Dental Health Centre (1.6 miles) and Stapenhill Dental Care (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Drakelow?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Drakelow, 23 practices within 10 miles and 106 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Drakelow?
The nearest practice to Drakelow that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 1.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Beaufort Dental Health Centre (1.6 miles) and Stapenhill Dental Care (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Drakelow, Derbyshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Drakelow, Derbyshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.