Braces in Lace Market at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 3.9% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 0.6% of 1,368 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Nottingham Academy — 1.1 miles The Nottingham Emmanuel School — 1.3 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | J C M Harrison, Nottingham — under a mile; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | J C M Harrison, Nottingham — under a mile; 19 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 33 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within Nottingham | 15th closest to a practice of 30 places in the county; the county median is 0.8 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 Lace Market
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of Lace Market, 39 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is J C M Harrison in Nottingham, 0.7 miles west. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is J C M Harrison, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J C M HarrisonNottingham | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (2 reviews) |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (242 reviews) |
| East Midlands OrthodonticsNottingham | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (152 reviews) |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 0.8 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Bridgford Dental PracticeNottingham | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (79 reviews) |
| Loughborough Road Dental Practice - Accepting New Private Patients | Composite Bonding | Clear Braces & Invisalign | ImplantsNottingham | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (156 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lace Market with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Nottingham, 0.7 miles west; the next are West Bridgford (1.6 miles south) and Arnold (2.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham | 7 | 0.7 miles west |
| West Bridgford | 1 | 1.6 miles south |
| Arnold | 1 | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Gedling | 1 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Ruddington | 1 | 3.3 miles south |
| Rylands | 1 | 3.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lace Market
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Queen's Road Dental CareRylands | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
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. Patients across Lace Market can access the full range, from traditional metal to discreet ceramic and hidden lingual systems. They work continuously and need no compliance beyond routine cleaning, which makes them dependable for complex movements. Most cases complete within 12 to 24 months.
Local Context for Lace Market
Lace Market has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Smmmile — is under a mile away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Lace Market — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 3.9% of Lace Market's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 0.6% of the 1,368 residents in Lace Market's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Nottingham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (33), Lace Market has more choice than 96% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Lace Market are served by secondary schools including Nottingham Academy (1.1 miles) and The Nottingham Emmanuel School (1.3 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. Lace Market's Local Authority area covers 116 schools and 51,209 pupils, according to DfE figures. Lace Market's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Lace Market is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lace Market. The nearest recorded are J C M Harrison in Nottingham, under a mile away; Straight Teeth Suite in West Bridgford, about 2 miles away; and Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, about 3 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Nottingham vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace costs in Lace Market generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
What to Look For in an Orthodontic Practice in Lace Market
The practices worth shortlisting in Lace Market explain your options rather than pushing one, quote transparently, and make clear who will treat you and what happens if the case runs over.
For complex bites, a specialist practice earns its fee; for simple alignment, a GDP with orthodontic experience is often perfectly appropriate and more competitive on price.
Step by Step: Braces in Lace Market
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in Lace Market are usually every 8–10 weeks. Skipping appointments simply lengthens the overall timeline. The Lace Market overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
Common Orthodontic Problems in Lace Market
Many people in Lace Market live with orthodontic problems without realising there are effective solutions. Left untreated, some of these problems worsen and become harder to correct. Understanding your condition is the first step to knowing what treatment can help.
Orthodontic Problems in Lace Market — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Lace Market itself; the nearest dentist, Smmmile, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Officially, Lace Market is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Lace Market falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Lace Market has a smaller share of children than most areas — 3.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 0.6% of the 1,368 residents in Lace Market's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Nottingham. With 33 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lace Market is better served than 96% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Lace Market are Nottingham Academy (1.1 miles) and The Nottingham Emmanuel School (1.3 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. Lace Market's Local Authority area covers 116 schools and 51,209 pupils, according to DfE figures. Lace Market sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Lace Market is about 33 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. Crowding is the most common presenting problem across the UK. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Jaw Alignment & Bite Issues in Lace Market
Some bite problems come from the jaws themselves, not just the teeth. They span TMJ pain through to skeletal discrepancies that may need jaw surgery. This guide explains TMJ, skeletal bites and when orthognathic surgery is involved.
Jaw Surgery Referral from Lace Market
If your orthodontist identifies a skeletal jaw problem requiring surgical correction, they will refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgery team. Pre-surgical orthodontics (typically 12-18 months) aligns the teeth before surgery repositions the jaws. Post-surgical orthodontics refines the bite after healing.
Braces for Teenagers in Lace Market
Teenage orthodontics in Lace Market spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. It can have a lasting positive impact on confidence, dental health and facial development. Understanding the landscape helps parents and teens make a confident, informed choice.
Teen Orthodontics in Lace Market — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Nottingham vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Lace Market
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lace Market?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lace Market is J C M Harrison in Nottingham, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (0.7 miles) and REGENT STREET ORTHODONTICS LIMITED, 26, Regent Street, Nottingham, NG1 5BQ (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lace Market?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of Lace Market, 39 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Lace Market?
The nearest practice to Lace Market that mentions fixed braces is J C M Harrison in Nottingham, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Pure Orthodontics (0.7 miles) and East Midlands Orthodontics (0.8 miles).
How's children's dental health in Lace Market's area?
Regionally, 19.9% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Where's the nearest dentist to Lace Market?
There's no orthodontist based in Lace Market, though Smmmile (under a mile away) is a general dentist who can carry out an initial assessment and refer on if needed.
Is Lace Market a family area?
3.9% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is Lace Market in?
Lace Market falls within Nottingham.
Will I need retainers after braces?
Yes — retainers are essential after all brace treatment to prevent teeth from drifting back. Your orthodontist will fit retainers at the de-bond appointment. Most patients are given both a fixed (bonded) retainer behind the front teeth and a removable retainer for overnight wear.
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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