Orthodontic practices near Highwood
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Highwood, 1 practice within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 4.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontics DerbyMarchington | 4.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Oracle DentalStafford | 10.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent | 11.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (666 reviews) |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 11.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Dental Care Burton on TrentBurton upon Trent | 11.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.9 (338 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 11.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 11.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| Smile Style Dental Care CentreStafford | 12.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (361 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Highwood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marchington, 4.5 miles east; the next are Stafford (10.8 miles south-west) and Burton upon Trent (11.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Marchington | 1 | 4.5 miles east |
| Stafford | 4 | 10.8 miles south-west |
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 11.2 miles south-east |
| Swadlincote | 2 | 12.1 miles south-east |
| Stone | 1 | 12.1 miles west |
| Repton | 1 | 12.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Highwood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Spires Dental Clinic in Lichfield (5.0 from 324 reviews), 14.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spires Dental ClinicLichfield | 5.0 (324 reviews) | 14.4 miles south |
| Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 14.7 miles south |
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 12.3 miles south-west |
| High Street Dental PracticeBurntwood | 4.9 (435 reviews) | 14.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Highwood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Staffordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,735 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 367 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Staffordshire | 372nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Thomas Alleyne's High School — 0.8 miles Windsor Park CE Middle School — 0.9 miles Oldfields Hall Middle School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 1,813 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontics Derby, Marchington — 4 miles Oracle Dental, Stafford — 11 miles Dental Perfection - Burton, Burton upon Trent — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 76 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | The Staffordshire Clinic — 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 Highwood
The nearest practice to Highwood is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 4.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 76.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontics Derby (4.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Highwood list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Highwood are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, 11.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Highwood
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Practice signals around Highwood
There is no orthodontist on our records in Highwood itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 4 miles away; Oracle Dental in Stafford, about 11 miles away; and Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 11 miles away.
Highwood in numbers
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Area profile for Highwood
By ONS classification, Highwood falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Highwood falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. Highwood's under-16 share sits at 15.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,735 residents in the neighbourhood around Highwood, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Highwood are served by secondary schools including Thomas Alleyne's High School (0.8 miles) and Windsor Park CE Middle School (0.9 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Highwood's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Highwood is about 28 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
Orthodontic Treatments in Highwood
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Highwood
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The Orthodontic Journey in Highwood
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Every case in Highwood follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
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Areas We Cover Around Highwood
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Frequently Asked Questions in Highwood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Highwood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Highwood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Highwood is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 4.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Oracle Dental (10.8 miles) and Dental Perfection - Burton (11.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Highwood?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Highwood, 1 practice within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Highwood?
The nearest practice to Highwood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Perfection - Burton in Burton upon Trent, about 11.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Burton Smiles Dental Clinic (11.3 miles) and Modwena Orthodontics (11.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Highwood, Staffordshire?
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 Highwood, Staffordshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.