Orthodontic practices near Fradley
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Fradley, 28 practices within 10 and 139 practices within 20. The closest is Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, 3.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guy's Dental PracticeLichfield | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (29 reviews) |
| Bore Street Dental Practice LtdLichfield | 3.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (64 reviews) |
| Asquith House Dental SurgeryLichfield | 3.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (807 reviews) |
| Beacon Park Dental (formerly Lichfield Family Dental Surgery)Lichfield | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (36 reviews) |
| Lichfield SmilesLichfield | 4.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (8 reviews) |
| JacMe Oral CareLichfield | 4.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (85 reviews) |
| Spires Dental ClinicLichfield | 4.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (324 reviews) |
| Lichfield Dental CareLichfield | 4.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (111 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fradley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lichfield, 3.6 miles south-west; the next are Tamworth (6.4 miles south-east) and Burton upon Trent (6.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lichfield | 9 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Tamworth | 4 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Smethwick | 1 | 6.6 miles south-east |
| Swadlincote | 4 | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Burntwood | 2 | 7.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fradley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Spires Dental Clinic in Lichfield (5.0 from 324 reviews), 4.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spires Dental ClinicLichfield | 5.0 (324 reviews) | 4.0 miles south-west |
| Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield | 5.0 (135 reviews) | 6.5 miles south-west |
| Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 7.7 miles west |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 4.9 (537 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fradley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lichfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 20.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,918 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 995 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Staffordshire | 297th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.6 miles away, closer than 51% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.3% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Nether Stowe School — 3.4 miles John Taylor High School — 3.5 miles King Edward VI School — 4.0 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Guy's Dental Practice, Lichfield — 4 miles Ascent Dental Care Tamworth, Tamworth — 6 miles Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 139 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 Fradley
Fradley is 3.6 miles from Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 139.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Asquith House Dental Surgery (3.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Fradley list clear aligners, the nearest 3.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Fradley are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fradley
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Orthodontist in Fradley: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Fradley understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Staffordshire.
Local provider signals in Fradley
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fradley. The closest on record are Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, about 4 miles away; Ascent Dental Care Tamworth, about 6 miles away; and Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 7 miles away.
The local picture in Fradley
Fradley — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 20.8% of Fradley's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,918 residents in the neighbourhood around Fradley, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. Fradley has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Fradley are served by secondary schools including Nether Stowe School (3.4 miles) and John Taylor High School (3.5 miles). Fradley falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Fradley is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Alrewas, Brookhay, Fradley South, Overley, Wychnor, and Streethay if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local context for Fradley
Alrewas is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Fradley.
Orthodontic Treatments in Fradley
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Fradley has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Fradley 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.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Fradley
Orthodontic treatment in Fradley is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Fradley
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Fradley
Practices serving Fradley differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Fradley is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Fradley falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 20.8% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.3% of the 1,918 residents in Fradley's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Fradley has more choice than 69% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Fradley are served by secondary schools including Nether Stowe School (3.4 miles) and John Taylor High School (3.5 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Fradley sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Fradley is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 17 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fradley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fradley
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Fradley, Staffordshire with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Alrewas, Brookhay, Fradley South, Overley, Wychnor, and Streethay for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fradley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fradley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fradley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fradley is Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, about 3.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Bore Street Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles) and Asquith House Dental Surgery (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fradley?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Fradley, 28 practices within 10 miles and 139 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fradley?
The nearest practice to Fradley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Guy's Dental Practice in Lichfield, about 3.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Bore Street Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles) and Beacon Park Dental (formerly Lichfield Family Dental Surgery) (3.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fradley, Staffordshire?
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 Fradley, Staffordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.