Orthodontic practices near Humberstone
On our practice register: 25 practices within 5 miles of Humberstone, 39 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearly OrthodonticsLeicester | 0.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (401 reviews) |
| Smile Zone Dental Practice Leicester - Teeth Whitening | Invisalign | Smile Makeover | VeneersLeicester | 0.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (369 reviews) |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (163 reviews) |
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (457 reviews) |
| Carisbrooke Dental PracticeLeicester | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (409 reviews) |
| Smile Care Dental ClinicLeicester | 2.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Smiles by GurmsLeicester | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (141 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Humberstone with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leicester, 0.5 miles east; the next are Humberstone (1.0 miles south-west) and Evington (3.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 19 | 0.5 miles east |
| Humberstone | 1 | 1.0 miles south-west |
| Evington | 2 | 3.5 miles south |
| Wigston Magna | 3 | 3.8 miles south |
| Blaby | 1 | 5.2 miles south |
| Great Glen | 1 | 5.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Humberstone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 5.0 (467 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-west |
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 5.2 miles south |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Humberstone at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Leicester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 18,854 |
| Residents under 16 | 27.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,915 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.1% aged 16 to 24 and 38.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,329 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 25 practices, more than 94% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Leicester | 10th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in City of Leicester |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Avanti Fields School — 0.6 miles Soar Valley College — 1.1 miles Rushey Mead Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 18,941 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 132 schools, 62,040 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 77 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 Humberstone
The nearest practice to Humberstone is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clearly Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Glen Dental (5.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Humberstone list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Humberstone are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Humberstone
City of Leicester12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Humberstone
Orthodontist in Humberstone: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Humberstone. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City of Leicester. Humberstone — a market town with a population of around 18,854 — is covered on this page specifically.
Widen your local search
For a broader view, related location pages cover North Evington, Rushey Mead, Crown Hills, Spinney Hills, Belgrave, and Humberstone Garden as well as this one.
What official data says about Humberstone
Humberstone's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Humberstone skews family-heavy: 27.3% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10% of the 1,915 residents in Humberstone's census neighbourhood, above the 7.5% average across City of Leicester. With 25 orthodontic practices within five miles, Humberstone is better served than 94% of towns in England. Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Humberstone attend schools such as Avanti Fields School (0.6 miles) and Soar Valley College (1.1 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 132 schools and 62,040 pupils in Humberstone's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Humberstone among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Humberstone is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local context for Humberstone
With a population of roughly 18,854, Humberstone is a market town within City of Leicester. Just around 1 km north-west, Rushey Mead is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Useful local orthodontic context for Humberstone
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 1 published orthodontic practice in the database currently link to Humberstone or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 include NHS signals and 1 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options. Nearby practice records include Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Humberstone
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Humberstone helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins. People from Rushey Mead, North Evington and Spinney Hills regularly visit orthodontists in Humberstone.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Humberstone
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Humberstone — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Humberstone
Patients in Humberstone 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. People from Rushey Mead, North Evington and Spinney Hills regularly visit orthodontists in Humberstone.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Humberstone offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Humberstone. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Humberstone
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Humberstone, City of Leicester. This page links onward to North Evington, Rushey Mead, Crown Hills, Spinney Hills, Belgrave, and Humberstone Garden for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Humberstone
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Humberstone often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Humberstone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Humberstone is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 0.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Smile Zone Dental Practice Leicester - Teeth Whitening | Invisalign | Smile Makeover | Veneers (0.8 miles) and Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Humberstone?
Our register has 25 practices within 5 miles of Humberstone, 39 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Humberstone?
The nearest practice to Humberstone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 0.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester (1.0 miles) and The Windsor Dental Practice (1.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Humberstone, City of Leicester?
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 Humberstone, City of Leicester?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.