Braces in King Street Buildings at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 21.1% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of 2,543 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brockington College — 0.4 miles The Winstanley School — 2.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Blaby — 3.2 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Blaby — 3.2 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 30 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within Leicestershire | 136th closest to a practice of 343 places in the county; the county median is 3.8 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 offering braces near King Street Buildings
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of King Street Buildings, 32 practices within 10 and 87 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Blaby, 3.2 miles east. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (333 reviews) |
| Winchester Avenue Dental SurgeryLeicester | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (981 reviews) |
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 3.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (803 reviews) |
| Knighton Dental & Cosmetic ClinicLeicester | 3.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (725 reviews) |
| Natural Smiles CorbyWigston Magna | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (224 reviews) |
| Hallcross Dental PracticeWigston Magna | 4.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (374 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to King Street Buildings with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Blaby, 3.2 miles east; the next are Leicester (3.3 miles north-east) and Wigston Magna (4.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Blaby | 1 | 3.2 miles east |
| Leicester | 9 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Wigston Magna | 2 | 4.2 miles east |
| Evington | 1 | 5.5 miles east |
| Hinckley | 1 | 7.1 miles south-west |
| Great Glen | 1 | 7.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of King Street Buildings
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), 3.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 3.8 miles north-east |
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Smile Perfections Dental & Cosmetic ClinicEvington | 5.0 (243 reviews) | 5.5 miles east |
| Glen DentalGreat Glen | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 7.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For everything from mild crowding to complex bite correction, fixed braces do the heavy lifting. In King Street Buildings, the choice of brace type is wider than ever — the right one depends on your case, not just your preference. Because they act around the clock, they treat cases that removable appliances struggle with. Simple cases can finish inside a year; more involved corrections run longer.
Step by Step: Braces in King Street Buildings
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in King Street Buildings are usually every 8–10 weeks. Keeping to them is what holds the treatment on schedule. The King Street Buildings overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
Picking the Right Orthodontist in King Street Buildings
When comparing practices in King Street Buildings, look for GDC-registered clinicians with orthodontic training, clear written plans before you commit, and fees that include retainers rather than adding them later.
Getting two or three consultations before committing is entirely reasonable for private treatment, and it's the best way to judge both the plan and the clinician.
Local Context for King Street Buildings
Orthodontic practices in and around King Street Buildings vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. King Street Buildings is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.1% of King Street Buildings's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.3% of the 2,543 residents in King Street Buildings's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. King Street Buildings has 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near King Street Buildings attend schools such as Brockington College (0.4 miles) and The Winstanley School (2.2 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. King Street Buildings's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, King Street Buildings is about 30 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. No orthodontic practice is recorded in King Street Buildings. The nearest we do hold are The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Blaby, about 3 miles away; Winchester Avenue Dental Surgery in Leicester, about 3 miles away; and Natural Smiles Corby in Wigston Magna, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Leicestershire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace costs in King Street Buildings generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Orthodontics for Teens in King Street Buildings
Getting the timing right in the teenage years pays off for years afterwards. Each option carries different implications for compliance, aesthetics and cost. Understanding the landscape helps parents and teens make a confident, informed choice.
Teen Orthodontics in King Street Buildings — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Leicestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Orthodontic Conditions in King Street Buildings
Many people in King Street Buildings live with orthodontic problems without realising there are effective solutions. Left untreated, some of these problems worsen and become harder to correct. A photo assessment can give you an early steer on what you're dealing with.
When to See an Orthodontist in King Street Buildings
You don't need to wait until all adult teeth have erupted. An early assessment around age 7–8 allows a specialist to identify developing problems and advise on timing. Adults can start at any age provided dental and gum health is good.
TMJ, Underbite & Jaw Surgery in King Street Buildings
Jaw problems range from mild functional discomfort to complex skeletal discrepancies. Some patients in King Street Buildings have jaw discrepancies that can't be corrected by moving teeth alone. This guide explains TMJ, skeletal bites and when orthognathic surgery is involved.
Jaw Treatment in King Street Buildings — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering King Street Buildings — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Officially, King Street Buildings is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in King Street Buildings. 21.1% of King Street Buildings's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around King Street Buildings, 5.3% of the 2,543 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. King Street Buildings has 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to King Street Buildings are Brockington College (0.4 miles) and The Winstanley School (2.2 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, King Street Buildings is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to King Street Buildings is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in King Street Buildings
Where is the nearest orthodontist to King Street Buildings?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to King Street Buildings is The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Blaby, about 3.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Winchester Avenue Dental Surgery (3.3 miles) and Oakdale Dental (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near King Street Buildings?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of King Street Buildings, 32 practices within 10 miles and 87 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near King Street Buildings?
The nearest practice to King Street Buildings that mentions fixed braces is The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Blaby, about 3.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Winchester Avenue Dental Surgery (3.3 miles) and Oakdale Dental (3.8 miles).
Is King Street Buildings a family area?
21.1% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How deprived is King Street Buildings compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, King Street Buildings is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in King Street Buildings's area?
Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What county is King Street Buildings in?
King Street Buildings is in Leicestershire.
How much do braces cost in King Street Buildings?
Private metal braces in King Street Buildings typically cost between £1,500 and £3,500. Ceramic braces range from £2,000 to £4,500, and lingual braces from £4,000 to £8,000. NHS braces are free for eligible under-18s.
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.
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