Orthodontic practices near Kingsford
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Kingsford, 29 practices within 10 and 138 practices within 20. The closest is Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic in Kidderminster, 3.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 3.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (221 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 4.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (98 reviews) |
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (846 reviews) |
| Blueberry BracesStourbridge | 4.6 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge | 4.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (370 reviews) |
| South Road Dental PracticeStourbridge | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (81 reviews) |
| Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge | 4.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (198 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kingsford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kidderminster, 3.5 miles south; the next are Stourbridge (4.3 miles east) and Stourport-on-Severn (6.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster | 3 | 3.5 miles south |
| Stourbridge | 14 | 4.3 miles east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 6.9 miles south |
| Brierley Hill | 1 | 7.8 miles east |
| Cradley Heath | 1 | 7.8 miles east |
| Dudley | 2 | 8.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kingsford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Morgan Dental Practice in Halesowen (5.0 from 249 reviews), 8.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen | 5.0 (249 reviews) | 8.9 miles east |
| Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 4.8 miles east |
| Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Holcroft Dental Practice - Dr Ari KapnisisStourbridge | 5.0 (41 reviews) | 5.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kingsford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Staffordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,474 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 143 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Staffordshire | 286th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.5 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kinver High School and Sixth Form — 1.5 miles Wolverley CofE Secondary School — 1.6 miles Holy Trinity School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,765 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic, Kidderminster — 4 miles Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice, Stourbridge — 4 miles Mitton Dental Surgery, Stourport-on-Severn — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 138 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 Kingsford
The nearest practice to Kingsford is Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic in Kidderminster, 3.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 138.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (4.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 17 of the practices around Kingsford list clear aligners, the nearest 4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Kingsford are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, 4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kingsford
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Orthodontist in Kingsford: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Kingsford often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Staffordshire and the surrounding area.
About Kingsford
Just around 1 km south-east, Blakeshall is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Kingsford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Kingsford itself. The closest on record are Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic in Kidderminster, about 4 miles away; Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice in Stourbridge, about 4 miles away; and Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, about 7 miles away.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Blakeshall, Wolverley, Kinvere, Enville, Caunsall, and Dunsley.
Area profile for Kingsford
By ONS classification, Kingsford falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Kingsford. With just 12.1% of residents under 16, Kingsford skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 1,474 residents in Kingsford's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Kingsford has more choice than 79% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Kingsford attend schools such as Kinver High School and Sixth Form (1.5 miles) and Wolverley CofE Secondary School (1.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Kingsford falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kingsford is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 16 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Kingsford
Many people in Kingsford delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Kingsford
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Kingsford — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Kingsford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Kingsford can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Kingsford 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 Kingsford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kingsford
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Kingsford, Staffordshire. Related nearby location pages such as Blakeshall, Wolverley, Kinvere, Enville, Caunsall, and Dunsley can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kingsford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kingsford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kingsford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kingsford is Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic in Kidderminster, about 3.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre (4.0 miles) and Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kingsford?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Kingsford, 29 practices within 10 miles and 138 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kingsford?
The nearest practice to Kingsford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 4.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice (4.3 miles) and South Road Dental Practice (4.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kingsford, Staffordshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Kingsford, Staffordshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.