Orthodontic practices near Ellerdine Heath
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ellerdine Heath; 15 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, 6.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station House Dental Practice (Hadley)Telford | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 6.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (10 reviews) |
| Smile Works MalinsleeWellington | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (394 reviews) |
| Elite OrthodonticsWellington | 6.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Serene Dental LtdTelford | 7.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (45 reviews) |
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Station House Dental PracticeTelford | 8.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (85 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 9.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ellerdine Heath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Telford, 6.3 miles south-east; the next are Wellington (6.4 miles south) and Shrewsbury (7.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Telford | 4 | 6.3 miles south-east |
| Wellington | 3 | 6.4 miles south |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 7.9 miles south-west |
| Bicton | 1 | 10.9 miles south-west |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Shifnal | 1 | 11.9 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 Ellerdine Heath
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 11.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 11.9 miles south-east |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-west |
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 18.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ellerdine Heath at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Telford and Wrekin |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,808 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 48 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Telford and Wrekin | 95th closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Telford and Wrekin |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 35 miles |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 33,470 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Station House Dental Practice (Hadley), Telford — 6 miles Manor Orthodontic Clinic, Wellington — 6 miles The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 28 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 Ellerdine Heath
From Ellerdine Heath the nearest practice is Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, 6.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Ellerdine Heath list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ellerdine Heath are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, 6.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ellerdine Heath to Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 160 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ellerdine Heath
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Orthodontist in Ellerdine Heath: Before booking anything in Ellerdine Heath, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is relevant to searches focused on both Ellerdine Heath and the wider Telford and Wrekin area.
Practice data for Ellerdine Heath
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ellerdine Heath itself. The nearest recorded are Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, about 6 miles away; Manor Orthodontic Clinic in Wellington, about 6 miles away; and The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, about 8 miles away.
The local picture in Ellerdine Heath
ONS classifies Ellerdine Heath as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ellerdine Heath. Census data puts only 11.9% of Ellerdine Heath's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Ellerdine Heath, 4.9% of the 1,808 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Telford and Wrekin, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Ellerdine Heath has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Regionally, 22.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). There are 84 schools and 33,470 pupils in Ellerdine Heath's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Ellerdine Heath sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Ellerdine Heath is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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All Orthodontic Options in Ellerdine Heath Explained
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ellerdine Heath
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Ellerdine Heath
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ellerdine Heath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ellerdine Heath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ellerdine Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ellerdine Heath is Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, about 6.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Manor Orthodontic Clinic (6.4 miles) and Smile Works Malinslee (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ellerdine Heath?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ellerdine Heath, 15 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Telford, 6.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ellerdine Heath?
The nearest practice to Ellerdine Heath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) in Telford, about 6.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Smile Works Malinslee (6.4 miles) and Serene Dental Ltd (7.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ellerdine Heath, Telford and Wrekin?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ellerdine Heath, Telford and Wrekin?
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.