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Orthodontic practices near Hillclifflane

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hillclifflane; 16 practices within 10 and 75 practices within 20. The closest is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 7.3 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby7.3 miles south-east✓–✓4.9 (346 reviews)
The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby7.4 miles south-east–––2.3 (6 reviews)
The Orthodontic PracticeDerby7.4 miles south-east–––4.8 (128 reviews)
Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby7.7 miles south-east––✓4.7 (460 reviews)
Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby7.8 miles south-east––✓4.7 (323 reviews)
NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby7.9 miles south✓–––
No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern8.0 miles south––✓4.9 (139 reviews)
Casa DentalDerby8.1 miles south-east–✓✓4.8 (180 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Hillclifflane with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 7.3 miles south-east; the next are Findern (8.0 miles south) and Alfreton (9.1 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Derby147.3 miles south-east
Findern18.0 miles south
Alfreton19.1 miles north-east
Heanor19.2 miles east
Ilkeston111.2 miles east
Repton111.7 miles south

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hillclifflane

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby (4.9 from 346 reviews), 7.3 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby4.9 (346 reviews)7.3 miles south-east
Kimberley DentalKimberley4.9 (251 reviews)13.3 miles east
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent4.9 (246 reviews)15.2 miles south
The Park Dental ClinicDerby4.9 (194 reviews)9.2 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Hillclifflane at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaAmber Valley
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1615.5% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,769 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre56 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Derbyshire473rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 25 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsThe Ecclesbourne School — 4.0 miles
Anthony Gell School — 4.1 miles
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre — 4.8 miles
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesAshbourne Road Dental, Derby — 7 miles
No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 8 miles
Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 9 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles16 within 10 miles, 75 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistBupa Dental Care — 5 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 Hillclifflane

From Hillclifflane the nearest practice is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 7.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 75.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: No1 The Orthodontic Specialists (8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (11.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Hillclifflane list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hillclifflane are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 7.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 25 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hillclifflane to Ashbourne Road Dental is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

Orthodontic Treatment In Hillclifflane

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Orthodontist in Hillclifflane: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Hillclifflane, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Derbyshire.

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Area profile for Hillclifflane

Hillclifflane is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.5% of Hillclifflane's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,769 residents in the neighbourhood around Hillclifflane, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Hillclifflane; the nearest is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Hillclifflane are served by secondary schools including The Ecclesbourne School (4.0 miles) and Anthony Gell School (4.1 miles). National deprivation data ranks Hillclifflane among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Hillclifflane is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Hillclifflane at a glance

Turnditch is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Hillclifflane.

Local provider signals in Hillclifflane

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hillclifflane itself. The closest on record are Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 7 miles away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 8 miles away; and Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 9 miles away.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Hillclifflane

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Hillclifflane helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Hillclifflane

No orthodontic practice covers Hillclifflane directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 5 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Hillclifflane — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 15.5% of Hillclifflane's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 2,769 residents in Hillclifflane's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Hillclifflane; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Hillclifflane attend schools such as The Ecclesbourne School (4.0 miles) and Anthony Gell School (4.1 miles). Hillclifflane falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Hillclifflane is about 25 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Hillclifflane

Patients in Hillclifflane have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hillclifflane

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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hillclifflane. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Hillclifflane

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hillclifflane often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hillclifflane?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hillclifflane is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 7.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel) (7.4 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice (7.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Hillclifflane?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hillclifflane, 16 practices within 10 miles and 75 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Derby, 7.3 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hillclifflane?

The nearest practice to Hillclifflane that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 7.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST (7.9 miles) and Derby City Dental Care (8.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hillclifflane, Derbyshire?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hillclifflane, Derbyshire?

Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.

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TitleHillclifflane, Derbyshire Clear Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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