Orthodontic practices near Forden
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Forden; 12 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 14.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 14.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 15.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 15.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 16.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 16.4 miles east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 16.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski DentystaOswestry | 16.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (103 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 16.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Forden with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicton, 14.9 miles north-east; the next are Shrewsbury (15.1 miles east) and Oswestry (16.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicton | 1 | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 15.1 miles east |
| Oswestry | 1 | 16.5 miles north |
| Wellington | 3 | 25.6 miles east |
| Broseley | 1 | 26.8 miles east |
| Telford | 4 | 27.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Forden
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury (5.0 from 131 reviews), 16.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 16.8 miles east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 4.9 (354 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.9 (280 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Forden at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 745 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,536 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 44 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 148th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.9% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 15 miles Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 15 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 12 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 Forden
From Forden the nearest practice is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 14.9 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. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Broseley Dental Practice Ltd (26.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Forden list clear aligners, the nearest 14.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Forden are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 16.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Forden to The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic is roughly 35 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 390 to 770 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £175 to £345 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 390 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Forden
Sir Powys12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Forden
Orthodontist in Forden: Before booking anything in Forden, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Sir Powys. Forden — a small village with a population of around 745 — is covered on this page specifically.
Forden at a glance
Around 745 people live in Forden, which is a small village within Sir Powys. Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to The Stubb, the closest linked location.
Continue your local research
You can also compare treatment pages for The Stubb, Fron, Cilcewydd, Leighton, Trelystan, and Sarn-y-bryn-caled if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local orthodontic signals in Forden
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Forden itself. The closest on record are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 15 miles away; Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 15 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 16 miles away.
Area profile for Forden
Forden — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Powys Teaching Health Board for NHS dentistry. 15.4% of Forden's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Forden, 5.9% of the 1,536 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.1% average across Sir Powys, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Forden usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 15 miles away. Forden falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Forden
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Forden has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Forden
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Forden — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Forden
Many people in Forden delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Forden — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Forden. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Forden
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Forden, Sir Powys with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as The Stubb, Fron, Cilcewydd, Leighton, Trelystan, and Sarn-y-bryn-caled can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Forden
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Forden often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Forden?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Forden is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 14.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Bayston Hill Dental Practice (15.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (15.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Forden?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Forden, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bicton, 14.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Forden?
The nearest practice to Forden that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 16.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (16.4 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (16.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Forden, Sir Powys?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Forden, Sir Powys?
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.