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Orthodontic practices near Hortonlane

On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Hortonlane, 11 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 1.6 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton1.6 miles north-east–✓✓4.9 (354 reviews)
Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury2.1 miles north-east–––5.0 (14 reviews)
Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury3.0 miles south-east–––3.3 (20 reviews)
Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury3.1 miles east–––3.3 (55 reviews)
St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury3.1 miles east✓–✓4.7 (12 reviews)
Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury3.2 miles east––✓4.6 (37 reviews)
EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury3.2 miles east✓–––
Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury3.3 miles east✓✓✓4.9 (52 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Hortonlane with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicton, 1.6 miles north-east; the next are Shrewsbury (2.1 miles north-east) and Wellington (12.9 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Bicton11.6 miles north-east
Shrewsbury102.1 miles north-east
Wellington312.9 miles east
Oswestry114.1 miles north-west
Telford414.7 miles east
Broseley115.8 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hortonlane

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 19.3 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Shifnal Dental CareShifnal5.0 (996 reviews)19.3 miles east
New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury5.0 (131 reviews)3.7 miles east
Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury5.0 (14 reviews)2.1 miles north-east
Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford4.9 (1,702 reviews)15.4 miles east

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

Hortonlane at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaShropshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1612.7% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,499 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car13.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre62 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health28.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England
Access within Shropshire37th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county5.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire
Nearest secondary schoolsThe Priory School — 2.6 miles
Meole Brace School — 2.6 miles
Mary Webb School and Science College — 4.2 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles2 schools, about 2,168 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesThe Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 2 miles
Shrewsbury Dental Lab, Shrewsbury — 2 miles
Elite Orthodontics, Wellington — 13 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles11 within 10 miles, 22 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 Hortonlane

The nearest practice to Hortonlane is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 22.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (14.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Claregate Dental Practice Wolverhampton (28.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Hortonlane list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.

For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Hortonlane are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 3.1 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Hortonlane

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Orthodontist in Hortonlane: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Hortonlane? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Shropshire.

Area profile for Hortonlane

Officially, Hortonlane is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Hortonlane falls under NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. Hortonlane has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.9% of the 1,499 residents in Hortonlane's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hortonlane is better served than 77% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Hortonlane are served by secondary schools including The Priory School (2.6 miles) and Meole Brace School (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Hortonlane's Local Authority area covers 182 schools and 43,684 pupils, according to DfE figures. Hortonlane's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.

Practice data for Hortonlane

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hortonlane itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 2 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 2 miles away; and Elite Orthodontics in Wellington, about 13 miles away.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

For a broader view, related location pages cover Cruckton, Hanwood Bank, Sascott, Bicton Heath, Calcott, and Cruckmeole as well as this one.

Hortonlane at a glance

The nearest other location we cover is Cruckton, around 1 km to the south-west.

Orthodontic Treatments in Hortonlane

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Hortonlane has the full spectrum of options. 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.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Hortonlane

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Hortonlane — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Hortonlane

Starting orthodontic treatment in Hortonlane can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Hortonlane

Practices serving Hortonlane differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Hortonlane sits within NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Hortonlane has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.9% of the 1,499 residents in Hortonlane's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Hortonlane has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in England. 22.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Hortonlane attend schools such as The Priory School (2.6 miles) and Meole Brace School (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Hortonlane's Local Authority area covers 182 schools and 43,684 pupils, according to DfE figures. Hortonlane sits close to the England average for deprivation. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Hortonlane

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hortonlane?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hortonlane is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Shrewsbury Dental Lab (2.1 miles) and Bayston Hill Dental Practice (3.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Hortonlane?

Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Hortonlane, 11 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hortonlane?

The nearest practice to Hortonlane that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 3.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (3.2 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (3.3 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hortonlane, Shropshire?

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 Hortonlane, Shropshire?

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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TitleHortonlane, Shropshire Clear Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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