Orthodontic practices near Fulwood
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Fulwood, 25 practices within 10 and 39 practices within 20. The closest is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, 2.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 2.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 3.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 3.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 4.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 4.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fulwood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Nether Edge, 2.6 miles north-east; the next are Sheffield (2.8 miles north-east) and Dronfield (4.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Nether Edge | 1 | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Sheffield | 10 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 7.1 miles north-east |
| Beighton | 1 | 8.1 miles east |
| Rotherham | 7 | 8.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fulwood
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), 4.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 3.0 miles north-east |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fulwood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 18,233 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,607 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 523 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Sheffield | 132nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 180 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.8% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Sheffield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Silverdale School — 0.9 miles High Storrs School — 1.3 miles Notre Dame High School — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 10,809 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 3 miles ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry, Sheffield — 3 miles The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 39 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 Fulwood
Fulwood is 2.6 miles from The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 39.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (4.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Fulwood list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 Fulwood are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fulwood
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Orthodontist in Fulwood: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Fulwood often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Sheffield. Fulwood — a market town with a population of around 18,233 — is covered on this page specifically.
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The local picture in Fulwood
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Fulwood sits within NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Fulwood, 8.8% of the 1,607 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Sheffield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Fulwood 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 26.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Fulwood are Silverdale School (0.9 miles) and High Storrs School (1.3 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Fulwood sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fulwood is about 3 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
What we know about practices near Fulwood
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Fulwood itself. The nearest we do hold are The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 3 miles away; ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry in Sheffield, about 3 miles away; and The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 4 miles away.
Local snapshot of Fulwood
Fulwood has a population of around 18,233, making it a market town within Sheffield. Just around 1 km south, Long Line is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Fulwood
Orthodontic treatment in Fulwood is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Fulwood
Every case in Fulwood follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Fulwood
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Fulwood has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Fulwood
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Fulwood — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fulwood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fulwood
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Fulwood, Sheffield with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Long Line, Goole Green, Bents Green, Brick Houses, Ringinglow, and Carsick Hill can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fulwood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fulwood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fulwood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fulwood is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 2.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry (2.8 miles) and Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fulwood?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Fulwood, 25 practices within 10 miles and 39 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fulwood?
The nearest practice to Fulwood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 2.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include One Smile Dental - Sheffield (4.2 miles) and Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fulwood, Sheffield?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fulwood, Sheffield?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.