Orthodontic practices near Forton Heath
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Forton Heath, 11 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 2.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 2.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 4.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 4.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 4.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 4.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Forton Heath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicton, 2.8 miles south-east; the next are Shrewsbury (3.1 miles south-east) and Oswestry (11.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicton | 1 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Oswestry | 1 | 11.7 miles north-west |
| Wellington | 3 | 13.3 miles east |
| Telford | 4 | 14.8 miles east |
| Broseley | 1 | 17.4 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 Forton 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), 20.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 20.0 miles east |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 16.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Forton Heath at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,324 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 67 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Shropshire | 80th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Corbet School — 3.2 miles The Priory School — 4.5 miles Shrewsbury Academy — 4.6 miles |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 3 miles Shrewsbury Dental Lab, Shrewsbury — 3 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 22 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 Forton Heath
The nearest practice to Forton Heath is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 2.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (14.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Forton Heath list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 Forton Heath are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Winchester House Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 4.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Forton Heath
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Orthodontist in Forton Heath: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Forton Heath. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Shropshire.
About Forton Heath
Mytton is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Forton Heath.
What we know about practices near Forton Heath
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Forton Heath itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 3 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 3 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Forton Heath
Forton Heath is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. 15.8% of Forton Heath's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,324 residents in the neighbourhood around Forton Heath, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Forton Heath has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Forton Heath attend schools such as The Corbet School (3.2 miles) and The Priory School (4.5 miles). There are 182 schools and 43,684 pupils in Forton Heath's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Forton Heath close to the England median.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for Mytton, Fitz, Bicton, Montford Bridge, Walford Heath, and Yeaton are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Forton Heath
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Forton Heath has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Forton Heath — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Forton Heath — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Forton Heath sits within NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.8% of Forton Heath's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,324 residents in Forton Heath's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Forton Heath is better served than 75% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Forton Heath are The Corbet School (3.2 miles) and The Priory School (4.5 miles). Forton Heath's Local Authority area covers 182 schools and 43,684 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Forton Heath close to the England median. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Forton Heath. The nearest recorded are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 3 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 3 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 12 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Forton Heath
Starting orthodontic treatment in Forton Heath can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Forton Heath
Every case in Forton Heath follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Forton Heath. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Forton Heath
These links help widen your research beyond Forton Heath, Shropshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Mytton, Fitz, Bicton, Montford Bridge, Walford Heath, and Yeaton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Forton Heath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Forton Heath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Forton Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Forton Heath is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 2.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Shrewsbury Dental Lab (3.1 miles) and Winchester House Dental Practice (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Forton Heath?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Forton Heath, 11 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Forton Heath?
The nearest practice to Forton Heath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Winchester House Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 4.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Johns Hill Dental (4.2 miles) and The Smile Centre Shrewsbury (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Forton Heath, Shropshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Forton Heath, Shropshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.