Orthodontic practices near Glass Houghton
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Glass Houghton, 23 practices within 10 and 117 practices within 20. The closest is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, 1.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 2.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 2.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 5.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 6.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (703 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Glass Houghton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Castleford, 1.1 miles north-west; the next are Pontefract (2.1 miles south-east) and Low Ackworth (5.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Castleford | 1 | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 5.5 miles south |
| Garforth | 1 | 5.6 miles north-west |
| Scholes | 1 | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Wakefield | 11 | 7.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Glass Houghton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 7.3 miles west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 7.4 miles west |
| Dr AymanLeeds | 5.0 (60 reviews) | 10.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Glass Houghton 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,539 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,856 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 40th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Castleford Academy — 0.7 miles Airedale Academy — 0.8 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,999 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 | Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 1 miles One Smile Dental - Pontefract, Pontefract — 2 miles The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 117 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 Glass Houghton
The nearest practice to Glass Houghton is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 117.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: One Smile Dental - Pontefract (2.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 21 of the practices around Glass Houghton list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Glass Houghton are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Glass Houghton
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Orthodontic care near Glass Houghton
Orthodontist in Glass Houghton: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Glass Houghton, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Glass Houghton or another part of City and Borough of Wakefield.
Continue your local research
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Wheldale, Airedale, Townville, Castleford Ings, Lady Balk, and New Fryston may also help.
What local practice data suggests in Glass Houghton
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Glass Houghton itself. The closest on record are Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about a mile away; One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 2 miles away; and The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 6 miles away.
The local picture in Glass Houghton
By ONS classification, Glass Houghton falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Glass Houghton sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Glass Houghton's under-16 share sits at 18.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Glass Houghton, 6.8% of the 1,539 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Glass Houghton is better served than 60% of towns in England. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Glass Houghton are Castleford Academy (0.7 miles) and Airedale Academy (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in Glass Houghton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Glass Houghton sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Glass Houghton is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
About Glass Houghton
The nearest other location we cover is Wheldale, around 1 km to the north.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Glass Houghton
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Glass Houghton
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Glass Houghton
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Glass Houghton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Glass Houghton
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Frequently Asked Questions in Glass Houghton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Glass Houghton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Glass Houghton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Glass Houghton is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are One Smile Dental - Pontefract (2.1 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Glass Houghton?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Glass Houghton, 23 practices within 10 miles and 117 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Glass Houghton?
The nearest practice to Glass Houghton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 2.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Pontefract Dental Care (2.1 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (2.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Glass Houghton, City and Borough of Wakefield?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Glass Houghton, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.