Costs in Hollywood at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath — under a mile; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath — under a mile; 11 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 21 within 5 miles, 61 within 10, 190 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.9% aged 25 to 49 of 1,566 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Worcestershire | 49th closest to a practice of 512 places in the county; the county median is 3.4 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Hollywood that list payment plans
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Hollywood, 61 practices within 10 and 190 practices within 20. The closest is Clear Braces Solihull in Dickens Heath, 0.9 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Clear Braces Solihull, 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 0.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (105 reviews) |
| HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath | 3.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (472 reviews) |
| Perfect Smiles Dental SurgeryShirley | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, BromsgroveAcocks Green | 3.2 miles north | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (550 reviews) |
| Sherwood Dental Practice - BirminghamAcocks Green | 3.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (566 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hollywood with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Dickens Heath, 0.9 miles south-east; the next are Birmingham (2.4 miles north-west) and Kings Heath (3.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Birmingham | 5 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Kings Heath | 1 | 3.0 miles north |
| Shirley | 2 | 3.0 miles north-east |
| Acocks Green | 8 | 3.2 miles north |
| Hopwood | 1 | 3.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hollywood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green (5.0 from 301 reviews), 5.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-west |
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-east |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 4.9 (379 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Hollywood, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Clear Braces Solihull, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 1.2 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £20 | £1,510 to £3,520 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £20 | £2,010 to £4,520 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £20 | £4,010 to £8,020 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £5,510 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £2,505 to £5,510 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Hollywood
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath (under a mile) | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3 miles); Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (3.4 miles) | 14 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath (under a mile) | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3 miles); Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (3.4 miles) | 11 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD, Birmingham (2.4 miles) | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3 miles); Perfect Smiles Dental Surgery (3 miles) | 22 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath (under a mile) | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3 miles); Perfect Smiles Dental Surgery (3 miles) | 27 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath (under a mile) | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3 miles); Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, Bromsgrove (3.2 miles) | 23 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham, Kings Heath (3 miles) | Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (3.4 miles); Solihull Orthodontic Centre (3.6 miles) | 17 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Hollywood vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
What Each Treatment Costs in Hollywood
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Hollywood — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Hollywood. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Hollywood — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
What You're Actually Paying For
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity moves the price within any treatment type. A mild spacing case needs fewer appointments and less clinical time than a complex overbite correction with extractions.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements (for aligner treatment) are the extra trays that finish the result. They should be included — ask explicitly before signing.
Practice location and overheads vary across Hollywood — higher-rent locations charge more, which is exactly why comparing a few local quotes pays off.
Cost Context for Hollywood
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Hollywood to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Hollywood — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Hollywood's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Hollywood falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.7% of Hollywood's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Hollywood, 7.7% of the 1,566 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hollywood is better served than 92% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Hollywood are Woodrush High School (0.1 miles) and Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy (1.8 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Hollywood's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Hollywood is about 6 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. See local practice availability in Hollywood → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Aligner pricing in Hollywood explained
Clear aligner cost in Hollywood varies considerably from case to case. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
What Affects Clear Aligner Cost in Hollywood?
Case complexity sets the baseline: the number of trays and the difficulty of the movements largely decide the fee. It's assessed in person, but an online screen can give you a rough steer first.
Clear aligners in Hollywood — comparing lower-cost options
There are competitively priced aligner routes in Hollywood — the trick is knowing what a lower price represents. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Getting Real Value in Hollywood
Start by understanding your own case, then weigh Hollywood quotes against each other on the same basis. Knowing your likely complexity up front — a photo assessment helps — stops you comparing a simple quote against a complex one.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Hollywood
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hollywood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hollywood is Clear Braces Solihull in Dickens Heath, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD (2.4 miles) and All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hollywood?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Hollywood, 61 practices within 10 miles and 190 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Hollywood offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Hollywood that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Clear Braces Solihull in Dickens Heath, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (3.0 miles) and Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (3.4 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Hollywood?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What county is Hollywood in?
Hollywood is in Worcestershire.
How deprived is Hollywood compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Hollywood is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Hollywood a family area?
Census data puts 16.7% of Hollywood's population at under 16.
Are there hidden costs in orthodontic treatment?
Potential hidden costs include: retainers (if not included in the fee), refinements for aligner treatment, mid-treatment X-rays, emergency appointments for breakages, and fees for extended treatment beyond the original plan. Ask for a full itemised quote before starting.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
Costs Across Worcestershire
Explore costs information for other towns and cities in Worcestershire — all with dedicated local pages and online assessment access: