Orthodontic practices near Homer
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Homer, 12 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 3.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 3.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (153 reviews) |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 5.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (701 reviews) |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 5.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) |
| Elite OrthodonticsWellington | 6.4 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 6.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (10 reviews) |
| Smile Works MalinsleeWellington | 6.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (394 reviews) |
| Station House Dental PracticeTelford | 7.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (85 reviews) |
| Station House Dental Practice (Hadley)Telford | 8.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Homer with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Broseley, 3.3 miles east; the next are Ironbridge (5.1 miles east) and Telford (5.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broseley | 1 | 3.3 miles east |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 5.1 miles east |
| Telford | 4 | 5.6 miles north-east |
| Wellington | 3 | 6.4 miles north |
| Shifnal | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 10.0 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 Homer
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 8.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Claregate Dental Practice WolverhamptonWolverhampton | 5.0 (252 reviews) | 16.7 miles east |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-west |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Homer at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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 | 15.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,611 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 155 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Shropshire | 111th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 29 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | William Brookes School — 0.5 miles Haberdashers' Abraham Darby — 4.2 miles Madeley Academy — 4.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 748 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, Broseley — 3 miles Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic, Ironbridge — 5 miles Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic, Telford — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 41 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 Homer
The nearest practice to Homer is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 3.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 41.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Broseley Dental Practice Ltd (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Claregate Dental Practice Wolverhampton (16.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Homer list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Homer are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 29 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Homer
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Orthodontist in Homer: People weighing up braces or aligners in Homer can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Shropshire.
What official data says about Homer
Homer's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Homer. Census figures show 15.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Homer, 7.5% of the 1,611 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 22.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Homer attend schools such as William Brookes School (0.5 miles) and Haberdashers' Abraham Darby (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Homer's Local Authority has 182 schools educating 43,684 pupils (DfE data). Homer sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Homer is about 29 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
Local snapshot of Homer
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Much Wenlock, the closest linked location.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Much Wenlock, Wigwig, Sheinton, Bourton Westwood, Buildwas, and Callaughton.
What local practice data suggests in Homer
There is no orthodontist on our records in Homer itself. The closest on record are Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 3 miles away; Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic in Ironbridge, about 5 miles away; and Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford, about 6 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Homer
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Homer helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Homer
Not every practice near Homer offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By ONS classification, Homer falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Homer falls under NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. Homer's under-16 share sits at 15.9%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,611 residents in the neighbourhood around Homer, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Homer are served by secondary schools including William Brookes School (0.5 miles) and Haberdashers' Abraham Darby (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 182 schools and 43,684 pupils in Homer's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Homer's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Homer is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 29 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Homer
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Homer can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Homer
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 Homer practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Homer. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Homer
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Homer, Shropshire, these local links help you keep browsing. For a broader comparison, pages for Much Wenlock, Wigwig, Sheinton, Bourton Westwood, Buildwas, and Callaughton follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Homer
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Homer often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Homer?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Homer is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 3.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (5.1 miles) and Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic (5.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Homer?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Homer, 12 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Homer?
The nearest practice to Homer that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 3.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (5.1 miles) and Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Homer, Shropshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Homer, Shropshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.