Retainers in Drakelow at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 1.2 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Asquith House Dental Surgery, Lichfield — 9.6 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 1.2 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 2,340 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 9 within 5 miles, 23 within 10, 106 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 129 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 Drakelow listing retainers
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. The nearest listing retainers is Dental Perfection - Burton, 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | 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) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 9.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (341 reviews) |
| Distinctive DentistryTamworth | 9.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (384 reviews) |
| Asquith House Dental SurgeryLichfield | 9.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (807 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Drakelow with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Burton upon Trent, 1.2 miles north; the next are Swadlincote (1.6 miles north-east) and Tamworth (9.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Burton upon Trent | 2 | 1.2 miles north |
| Swadlincote | 1 | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Tamworth | 2 | 9.4 miles south |
| Lichfield | 1 | 9.6 miles south-west |
| Findern | 1 | 10.4 miles north-east |
| Derby | 1 | 11.4 miles north-east |
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 Distinctive Dentistry in Tamworth (4.9 from 384 reviews), 9.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Distinctive DentistryTamworth | 4.9 (384 reviews) | 9.5 miles south |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 4.9 (341 reviews) | 9.4 miles south |
| No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern | 4.9 (139 reviews) | 10.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Drakelow
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent (1.2 miles) | Beaufort Dental Health Centre (1.6 miles); Modwena Orthodontics (2.3 miles) | 8 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Asquith House Dental Surgery, Lichfield (9.6 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent (1.2 miles) | Beaufort Dental Health Centre (1.6 miles); Modwena Orthodontics (2.3 miles) | 11 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent (1.2 miles) | Beaufort Dental Health Centre (1.6 miles); Modwena Orthodontics (2.3 miles) | 9 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Teeth are under constant biological pressure to move, and retainers are the only reliable counter. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Drakelow treatment result lasts.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Drakelow?
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 look just like a clear aligner and are the most common removable choice after aligner treatment. Discreet and easy, but treat them gently with heat and expect a replacement every couple of years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in Drakelow now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Services in Drakelow
Orthodontic practices in and around Drakelow vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Drakelow is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 2,340 residents in Drakelow's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Drakelow has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Drakelow attend schools such as Paget High School (1.3 miles) and Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy (1.8 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Drakelow among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Drakelow is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 22 miles away. See local practice availability in Drakelow → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Drakelow 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 Drakelow can usually provide replacement retainers.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
The current standard is to keep wearing removable retainers indefinitely, tapering from full-time to nights only. Abandoning them after a couple of years — once routine advice — is now recognised as a leading cause of relapse.
A bonded wire simply stays put, quietly doing its job without any effort from you, which is why it's the most dependable form of retention.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
After Your Braces Come Off in Drakelow
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Drakelow. 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.
Long-Term Retention in Drakelow
Retention is lifelong. Teeth experience continuous biological pressure to drift throughout life. Removable retainers should be worn full-time for the first 3-6 months, then nights only indefinitely. The previous guidance of stopping after 2 years has been updated — consistent long-term wear is what prevents relapse.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Drakelow
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.
Where can I get a retainer near Drakelow?
The nearest practice to Drakelow that lists retainers 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 Modwena Orthodontics (2.3 miles).
What NHS area is Drakelow in for dental services?
Drakelow sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What towns are near Drakelow?
Tatenhill, Winshill, Stapenhill are within easy reach of Drakelow.
How deprived is Drakelow compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Drakelow is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which county covers Drakelow?
Drakelow is in Derbyshire.
Can I get retainers without having had braces?
Retainers hold position, they don't move teeth — so they only help once alignment is already good. If your teeth are naturally straight and you just want to guard against age-related drift, a dentist can discuss whether one makes sense, but it won't fix existing crookedness.
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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