Orthodontic practices near Highburton
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Highburton, 48 practices within 10 and 144 practices within 20. The closest is Smiles in Tandem Dental in Huddersfield, 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiles in Tandem DentalHuddersfield | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (284 reviews) |
| The Town Dental (Huddersfield)Huddersfield | 2.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (177 reviews) |
| Aspley DentalHuddersfield | 2.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (129 reviews) |
| Courtyard DentalHuddersfield | 3.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (412 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSHuddersfield | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Greenhead Dental Practice LtdHuddersfield | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (40 reviews) |
| Only OrthodonticsHuddersfield | 3.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICSHuddersfield | 4.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Highburton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Huddersfield, 2.1 miles north-west; the next are Middlestown (4.6 miles north-east) and Brighouse (5.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Huddersfield | 12 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Middlestown | 1 | 4.6 miles north-east |
| Brighouse | 2 | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Dewsbury | 5 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Batley | 4 | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Halifax | 2 | 7.5 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Highburton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Skircoat Green Dental in Halifax (5.0 from 376 reviews), 8.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 5.0 (376 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-west |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 5.0 (352 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-west |
| Smiles in Tandem DentalHuddersfield | 5.0 (284 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 7.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Highburton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Kirklees |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,589 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 413 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Kirklees | 104th closest to an orthodontic practice of 208 places in the county (the county median is 2.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in Kirklees |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kirkburton Middle School — 0.7 miles King James's School — 1.5 miles Shelley College, A Share Academy — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,824 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 198 schools, 67,205 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiles in Tandem Dental, Huddersfield — 2 miles Thornhill Dental, Middlestown — 5 miles TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURY, Dewsbury — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 48 within 10 miles, 144 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Kirkburton Dental Care — under a mile |
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 Highburton
The nearest practice to Highburton is Smiles in Tandem Dental in Huddersfield, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 48 practices, and within 20 there are 144.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Town Dental (Huddersfield) (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Highburton list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Highburton are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Town Dental (Huddersfield), 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Highburton
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Orthodontist in Highburton: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Highburton often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It connects local orthodontic research in Highburton with the wider Kirklees area.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Dogley Lane, Lepton, Riley, Fenay Bridge, Kirkburton, and Causeway Foot can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
About Highburton
Dogley Lane is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Highburton.
Useful local orthodontic context for Highburton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Highburton itself. The nearest recorded are Smiles in Tandem Dental, about 2 miles away; Thornhill Dental in Middlestown, about 5 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURY, about 6 miles away.
What official data says about Highburton
Officially, Highburton is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Highburton falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. 15.2% of Highburton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,589 residents in the neighbourhood around Highburton, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Kirklees. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Highburton has more choice than 81% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Highburton are served by secondary schools including Kirkburton Middle School (0.7 miles) and King James's School (1.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 198 schools and 67,205 pupils in Highburton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Highburton falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Highburton is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Highburton
Many people in Highburton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Highburton
There's no orthodontist on record in Highburton itself; the nearest dentist, Kirkburton Dental Care, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Highburton — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 15.2% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Highburton, 6.5% of the 1,589 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Kirklees, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Highburton has more choice than 81% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Highburton are Kirkburton Middle School (0.7 miles) and King James's School (1.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 198 schools and 67,205 pupils in Highburton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Highburton sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Highburton is about 14 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Highburton Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Highburton has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Highburton
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Highburton practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Highburton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Highburton
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Highburton, Kirklees. For a broader comparison, pages for Dogley Lane, Lepton, Riley, Fenay Bridge, Kirkburton, and Causeway Foot follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Highburton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Highburton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Highburton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Highburton is Smiles in Tandem Dental in Huddersfield, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Town Dental (Huddersfield) (2.5 miles) and Aspley Dental (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Highburton?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Highburton, 48 practices within 10 miles and 144 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Highburton?
The nearest practice to Highburton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Town Dental (Huddersfield), about 2.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (3.5 miles) and Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Highburton, Kirklees?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Highburton, Kirklees?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.