Orthodontic practices near Hints
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Hints, 46 practices within 10 and 180 practices within 20. The closest is Shenstone Dental Centre in Lichfield, 3.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield | 3.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (135 reviews) |
| Central OrthodonticsSmethwick | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (30 reviews) |
| Distinctive DentistryTamworth | 3.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (384 reviews) |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (537 reviews) |
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 3.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (341 reviews) |
| Tamworth Dental PracticeTamworth | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (1,594 reviews) |
| Lichfield Dental CareLichfield | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (111 reviews) |
| Browne's Dental SurgerySutton Coldfield | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (155 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hints with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lichfield, 3.0 miles west; the next are Smethwick (3.2 miles east) and Tamworth (3.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lichfield | 9 | 3.0 miles west |
| Smethwick | 1 | 3.2 miles east |
| Tamworth | 4 | 3.2 miles east |
| Sutton Coldfield | 12 | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Streetly | 1 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Walsall | 3 | 6.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hints
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), 4.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spires Dental ClinicLichfield | 5.0 (324 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-west |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 6.3 miles south-west |
| Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield | 5.0 (135 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| Sutton Dental CareSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (839 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hints at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lichfield |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,321 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 28.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 54 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Staffordshire | 235th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lift Rawlett — 3.1 miles Landau Forte Academy, QEMS — 3.4 miles King Edward VI School — 3.9 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Shenstone Dental Centre, Lichfield — 3 miles Central Orthodontics, Smethwick — 3 miles Distinctive Dentistry, Tamworth — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 46 within 10 miles, 180 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 Hints
Hints is 3 miles from Shenstone Dental Centre in Lichfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 46 practices, and within 20 there are 180.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Tamworth Dental Practice (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Priory Dental Practice (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Hints list clear aligners, the nearest 3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hints are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hints
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Orthodontist in Hints: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Hints understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Staffordshire and the surrounding area.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Weeford, The Bodnetts, Hopwas, Carroway Head, Whittington, and Bassetts Pole.
Where Hints sits locally
Just around 1 km west, Weeford is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What local practice data suggests in Hints
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hints itself. The closest on record are Shenstone Dental Centre in Lichfield, about 3 miles away; Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3 miles away; and Distinctive Dentistry in Tamworth, about 3 miles away.
Area profile for Hints
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Hints sits within NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Hints's under-16 share, 12.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 2,321 residents in Hints's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hints is better served than 87% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Hints are Lift Rawlett (3.1 miles) and Landau Forte Academy, QEMS (3.4 miles). Hints's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hints is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 11 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Hints
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Hints helps you ask the right questions. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Hints follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Hints
Patients in Hints have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hints
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hints. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hints
These links help widen your research beyond Hints, Staffordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Weeford, The Bodnetts, Hopwas, Carroway Head, Whittington, and Bassetts Pole follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Hints
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hints often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hints?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hints is Shenstone Dental Centre in Lichfield, about 3.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Central Orthodontics (3.2 miles) and Distinctive Dentistry (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hints?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Hints, 46 practices within 10 miles and 180 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hints?
The nearest practice to Hints that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dale House Dental Practice (3.3 miles) and Tamworth Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hints, Staffordshire?
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 Hints, Staffordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.