Orthodontic practices near Foolow
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Foolow; 1 practice within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, 9.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 9.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 10.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 10.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 11.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 11.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 11.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 12.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 12.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Foolow with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dronfield, 9.3 miles east; the next are Nether Edge (10.7 miles north-east) and Sheffield (10.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dronfield | 1 | 9.3 miles east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Sheffield | 10 | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 12.3 miles east |
| Walton | 1 | 12.9 miles east |
| Staveley | 2 | 13.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Foolow
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 9.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 9.3 miles east |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-east |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 12.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Foolow at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derbyshire Dales |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,788 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 74 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Derbyshire | 538th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hope Valley College — 4.2 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield — 9 miles The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 11 miles ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry, Sheffield — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 53 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 Foolow
From Foolow the nearest practice is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, 9.3 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (9.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (12 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Foolow list clear aligners, the nearest 9.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Foolow are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, 10.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Foolow to The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse is roughly 20 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Foolow
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Facts about Foolow
Grindlow is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Foolow.
Foolow in context
Officially, Foolow is categorised 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 Foolow. Foolow's under-16 share, 13.5%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Foolow, 5.1% of the 1,788 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Foolow usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Foolow are Hope Valley College (4.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Foolow sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Foolow is about 11 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
What we know about practices near Foolow
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Foolow itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 9 miles away; The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 11 miles away; and ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry in Sheffield, about 11 miles away.
Nearby location pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Grindlow, Wardlow Mires, Wardlow, Hucklow, Windmill, and Eyam.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Foolow
Starting orthodontic treatment in Foolow can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Foolow runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Foolow
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Foolow has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Foolow offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Foolow. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Foolow
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Foolow, Derbyshire with surrounding locations. If you're still deciding, related pages for Grindlow, Wardlow Mires, Wardlow, Hucklow, Windmill, and Eyam may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Foolow
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Foolow often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Foolow?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Foolow is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 9.3 miles to the east. The next closest are The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (10.7 miles) and ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry (10.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Foolow?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Foolow, 1 practice within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dronfield, 9.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Foolow?
The nearest practice to Foolow that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 10.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include One Smile Dental - Sheffield (12.0 miles) and Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (12.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Foolow, Derbyshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Foolow, Derbyshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.