Orthodontic practices near Gilbertstone
On our practice register: 34 practices within 5 miles of Gilbertstone, 64 practices within 10 and 204 practices within 20. The closest is Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, 0.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accessible OrthodonticsAcocks Green | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (407 reviews) |
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (109 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyAcocks Green | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (226 reviews) |
| Dr Cottam Orthodontic PracticeAcocks Green | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (56 reviews) |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (379 reviews) |
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| Smile More Dental Centre SolihullSolihull | 2.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| SameDay DentistWashwood Heath | 2.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gilbertstone with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Acocks Green, 0.7 miles north-west; the next are Solihull (2.2 miles south) and Washwood Heath (2.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Acocks Green | 8 | 0.7 miles north-west |
| Solihull | 8 | 2.2 miles south |
| Washwood Heath | 2 | 2.4 miles north |
| Birmingham | 8 | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Shirley | 2 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 4.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gilbertstone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 1.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 4.9 (379 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| Twelve DentalBirmingham | 4.9 (275 reviews) | 4.5 miles west |
| Orthodontic ExcellenceSolihull | 4.9 (207 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gilbertstone at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Birmingham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,662 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.8% aged 16 to 24 and 33.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,374 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 33 practices, more than 96% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Birmingham | 38th closest to an orthodontic practice of 111 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 8.2% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Birmingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cockshut Hill School — 0.7 miles Lyndon School — 0.9 miles King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 28,837 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 501 schools, 210,486 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Accessible Orthodontics, Acocks Green — under a mile Shiraz Endodontic Practice, Solihull — 2 miles Fox & Goose Dental Centre, Washwood Heath — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 64 within 10 miles, 204 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 Gilbertstone
Gilbertstone has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 64 practices, and within 20 there are 204.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Accessible Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (2.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 25 of the practices around Gilbertstone list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Gilbertstone are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gilbertstone
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About Gilbertstone
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Lyndon Green, the closest linked location.
Practice signals around Gilbertstone
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Gilbertstone. The nearest we do hold are Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, under a mile away; Shiraz Endodontic Practice in Solihull, about 2 miles away; and Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 2 miles away.
Area profile for Gilbertstone
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Gilbertstone sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 21.1% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Gilbertstone, 8.2% of the 1,662 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (33), Gilbertstone has more choice than 96% of towns in England. 26.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Gilbertstone are served by secondary schools including Cockshut Hill School (0.7 miles) and Lyndon School (0.9 miles). 27 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 501 schools and 210,486 pupils in Gilbertstone's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Gilbertstone among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Gilbertstone is about 4 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
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Related pages for Lyndon Green, Yardley, Sheldon, Stockfield, Acocks Green, and Garretts Green are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Gilbertstone
Orthodontic treatment in Gilbertstone 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Gilbertstone
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Gilbertstone — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Gilbertstone Explained
Patients in Gilbertstone have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Gilbertstone
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gilbertstone. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gilbertstone
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gilbertstone
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gilbertstone often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gilbertstone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gilbertstone is Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, about 0.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Rai Dental Surgery (1.6 miles) and Orthodontics Exclusively (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gilbertstone?
Our register has 34 practices within 5 miles of Gilbertstone, 64 practices within 10 miles and 204 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gilbertstone?
The nearest practice to Gilbertstone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, about 0.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Rai Dental Surgery (1.6 miles) and Orthodontics Exclusively (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gilbertstone, City and Borough of Birmingham?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gilbertstone, City and Borough of Birmingham?
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.