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Orthodontic practices near Ilkeston

On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Ilkeston, 53 practices within 10 and 91 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston, 0.9 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dr Serena HoyteIlkeston0.9 miles south-west––✓5.0 (2 reviews)
Kimberley DentalKimberley3.0 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (251 reviews)
Heanor Dental CareHeanor3.1 miles north-west✓––4.0 (66 reviews)
Sunshine DentalLong Eaton4.8 miles south–––4.8 (59 reviews)
Beeston Dental PracticeLong Eaton4.9 miles south-east✓✓✓4.8 (305 reviews)
Peveril Road Dental & Implant ClinicNottingham5.0 miles south-east–––4.7 (32 reviews)
Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford5.1 miles east✓–✓4.9 (217 reviews)
Queen's Road Dental CareRylands5.3 miles south-east✓✓✓4.9 (543 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Ilkeston with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ilkeston, 0.9 miles south-west; the next are Kimberley (3.0 miles north-east) and Heanor (3.1 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Ilkeston10.9 miles south-west
Kimberley13.0 miles north-east
Heanor13.1 miles north-west
Long Eaton34.8 miles south
Nottingham125.0 miles south-east
Basford15.1 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ilkeston

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 6.4 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham5.0 (116 reviews)6.4 miles east
Queen's Road Dental CareRylands4.9 (543 reviews)5.3 miles south-east
Kimberley DentalKimberley4.9 (251 reviews)3.0 miles north-east
Pure OrthodonticsNottingham4.9 (242 reviews)6.5 miles east

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

Ilkeston at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaErewash
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Population38,587
Residents under 1616.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,763 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 32.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car26.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,896 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health22.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England
Access within Derbyshire35th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.9% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 29 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsOrmiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy — 0.3 miles
Kirk Hallam Community Academy — 0.7 miles
Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy — 0.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles3 schools, about 2,318 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Orthodontic practices on record1
Practices within 10 and 20 miles53 within 10 miles, 91 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsDE7

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 Ilkeston

Ilkeston has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 53 practices, and within 20 there are 91.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Ilkeston list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ilkeston are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kimberley Dental, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 29 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ilkeston

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Orthodontic care near Ilkeston

Orthodontist in Ilkeston: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Ilkeston? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Ilkeston itself or elsewhere in Derbyshire. Ilkeston — a large town with a population of around 38,587 — is covered on this page specifically.

More local pages to browse

Pages for Little Hallam, Gallows Inn, Ilkeston Junction, Cotmanhay, Larklands, and New Stanton follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

Local snapshot of Ilkeston

With a population of roughly 38,587, Ilkeston is a large town within Derbyshire. Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Little Hallam, the closest linked location.

Area profile for Ilkeston

Ilkeston — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 16.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,763 residents in the neighbourhood around Ilkeston, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ilkeston is better served than 60% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Ilkeston attend schools such as Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (0.3 miles) and Kirk Hallam Community Academy (0.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Ilkeston falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ilkeston is about 29 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.

What local practice data suggests in Ilkeston

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 1 published orthodontic practice in the database currently link to Ilkeston or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 0 include NHS signals and 1 include private treatment signals; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations. Nearby practice records include Dr Serena Hoyte.

All Orthodontic Options in Ilkeston Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ilkeston has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Little Hallam, Ilkeston Junction and Gallows Inn regularly visit orthodontists in Ilkeston.

Treatment Options in Ilkeston — Local Context

Our database currently lists 1 orthodontic practice in and around Ilkeston. ONS classifies Ilkeston as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Ilkeston falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. 16.2% of Ilkeston's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Ilkeston, 6.9% of the 1,763 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Ilkeston has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Ilkeston are served by secondary schools including Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (0.3 miles) and Kirk Hallam Community Academy (0.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Ilkeston falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ilkeston is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 29 miles away. Of the 1 orthodontic practice recorded for Ilkeston and the surrounding area, 1 records private treatment, 1 advertises clear aligners and 1 offers a remote or online first consultation. These counts come from what each practice publishes, so treat them as a starting point for enquiries rather than a complete picture of what is available. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. People from Little Hallam, Ilkeston Junction, and Gallows Inn regularly make use of Ilkeston's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.

The Orthodontic Journey in Ilkeston

Starting orthodontic treatment in Ilkeston can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Little Hallam, Ilkeston Junction and Gallows Inn regularly visit orthodontists in Ilkeston.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Ilkeston

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ilkeston

Our database currently lists 1 orthodontic practice in and around Ilkeston. Ilkeston — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.2% of Ilkeston's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,763 residents in the neighbourhood around Ilkeston, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Ilkeston has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Ilkeston are served by secondary schools including Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (0.3 miles) and Kirk Hallam Community Academy (0.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Ilkeston sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Ilkeston is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 29 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Little Hallam, Ilkeston Junction, and Gallows Inn regularly make use of Ilkeston's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Ilkeston

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ilkeston?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ilkeston is Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Kimberley Dental (3.0 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (3.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ilkeston?

Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Ilkeston, 53 practices within 10 miles and 91 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ilkeston?

The nearest practice to Ilkeston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kimberley Dental, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Heanor Dental Care (3.1 miles) and Beeston Dental Practice (4.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ilkeston, Derbyshire?

A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ilkeston, Derbyshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleIlkeston, Derbyshire Teeth Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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