Orthodontic practices near Foulby
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Foulby, 35 practices within 10 and 129 practices within 20. The closest is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 2.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 4.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 4.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 4.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 4.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Foulby with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Low Ackworth, 2.5 miles south-east; the next are Wakefield (3.6 miles west) and Pontefract (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Wakefield | 12 | 3.6 miles west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Castleford | 1 | 5.0 miles north |
| Barnsley | 4 | 6.6 miles south-west |
| Morley | 1 | 7.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Foulby
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 4.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 4.3 miles west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 4.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Foulby at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 |
| Population | 90 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,640 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 159 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 97th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Crofton Academy — 1.2 miles Outwood Academy Freeston — 2.5 miles The Featherstone Academy — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,064 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 2 miles Advance Dental Care, Wakefield — 4 miles Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio, Pontefract — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 129 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 Foulby
Foulby is 2.5 miles from The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 129.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Mount Dental Practice (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Foulby list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Foulby are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Foulby
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Compare orthodontic care in Foulby
Orthodontist in Foulby: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Foulby? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City and Borough of Wakefield. Foulby — a small village with a population of around 90 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Foulby
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Foulby sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,640 residents in Foulby's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Foulby has more choice than 81% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Foulby attend schools such as Crofton Academy (1.2 miles) and Outwood Academy Freeston (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Foulby's Local Authority has 155 schools educating 57,141 pupils (DfE data). Foulby's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Foulby is about 12 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Sharlston, Streethouse, New Sharlston, Sharlston Common, Wintersett, and Crofton can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local orthodontic signals in Foulby
There is no orthodontist on our records in Foulby itself. The nearest recorded are The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 2 miles away; Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 4 miles away; and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio in Pontefract, about 4 miles away.
Foulby in numbers
Around 90 people live in Foulby, which is a small village within City and Borough of Wakefield. Just around 1 km north-west, Sharlston is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Foulby
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Foulby can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Foulby
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Foulby practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Foulby
Orthodontic treatment in Foulby is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Foulby
Orthodontic practices in and around Foulby vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Foulby — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 18.2% of Foulby's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,640 residents in Foulby's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. With 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, Foulby is better served than 81% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Foulby are Crofton Academy (1.2 miles) and Outwood Academy Freeston (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Foulby's Local Authority has 155 schools educating 57,141 pupils (DfE data). Foulby sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Foulby is about 12 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Foulby. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Foulby
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Foulby, City and Borough of Wakefield alone. Related nearby location pages such as Sharlston, Streethouse, New Sharlston, Sharlston Common, Wintersett, and Crofton can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Foulby
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Foulby often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Foulby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Foulby is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Advance Dental Care (3.6 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Foulby?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Foulby, 35 practices within 10 miles and 129 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Foulby?
The nearest practice to Foulby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Advance Dental Care (3.6 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (4.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Foulby, City and Borough of Wakefield?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Foulby, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.