Orthodontic practices near Handley
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Handley, 9 practices within 10 and 89 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 1.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 1.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Smile Care CentreWalton | 5.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (136 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 6.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Aspire DentalChesterfield | 6.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 7.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 8.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Handley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pilsley, 1.6 miles north-east; the next are Alfreton (4.1 miles south-east) and Walton (5.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pilsley | 1 | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Walton | 1 | 5.2 miles north |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 5.8 miles north |
| Staveley | 2 | 7.6 miles north |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 8.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Handley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 11.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 11.1 miles east |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 15.4 miles north |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 6.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Handley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North East Derbyshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,906 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 191 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Derbyshire | 85th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tupton Hall School — 2.5 miles Tibshelf Community School — 3.5 miles Highfields School — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,581 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 2 miles Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 4 miles Smile Care Centre, Walton — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 89 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 Handley
The nearest practice to Handley is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 89.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Handley list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Handley are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Handley
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Orthodontist in Handley: Before booking anything in Handley, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Derbyshire.
The local picture in Handley
By ONS classification, Handley falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Handley. Census figures show 15.6% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,906 residents in the neighbourhood around Handley, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Handley are served by secondary schools including Tupton Hall School (2.5 miles) and Tibshelf Community School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Handley sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Handley is about 16 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
What we know about practices near Handley
There is no orthodontist on our records in Handley itself. The nearest we do hold are Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 2 miles away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 5 miles away.
Local snapshot of Handley
Woolley Moor is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Handley.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can continue browsing related location pages including Woolley Moor, Ogston, Dalebank, Dicklant, Holmgate, and Bacon's Spring if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Handley
Many people in Handley delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Handley
Every case in Handley follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Handley
The orthodontic landscape in Handley offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Handley
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 Handley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Handley
This part of the page places Handley, Derbyshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Other local pages worth browsing include Woolley Moor, Ogston, Dalebank, Dicklant, Holmgate, and Bacon's Spring.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Handley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Handley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Handley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Handley is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.1 miles) and Smile Care Centre (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Handley?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Handley, 9 practices within 10 miles and 89 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Handley?
The nearest practice to Handley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.8 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (8.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Handley, Derbyshire?
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 Handley, Derbyshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.