Retainers in Lace Market at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | J C M Harrison, Nottingham — under a mile; 8 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | J C M Harrison, Nottingham — under a mile; 12 within 10 miles |
| 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 |
| Practices on our register | 33 within 5 miles, 39 within 10, 83 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 67.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,415 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 near Lace Market listing retainers
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 listing retainers is J C M Harrison, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | 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) |
| Helix House OrthodonticsWest Bridgford | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (188 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 listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Nottingham, 0.7 miles west; the next are West Bridgford (1.9 miles south) and Long Eaton (3.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham | 6 | 0.7 miles west |
| West Bridgford | 1 | 1.9 miles south |
| Long Eaton | 1 | 3.7 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 |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 0.7 miles west |
| Helix House OrthodonticsWest Bridgford | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Lace Market
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | J C M Harrison, Nottingham (under a mile) | Pure Orthodontics (under a mile); East Midlands Orthodontics (under a mile) | 8 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | J C M Harrison, Nottingham (under a mile) | Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (under a mile); Pure Orthodontics (under a mile) | 12 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | East Midlands Orthodontics, Nottingham (under a mile) | Stella Dental Nottingham (under a mile); Bridgford Dental Practice (1.3 miles) | 8 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Orthodontists in Lace Market typically fit them the same day braces come off.
The Retainer Wear Schedule
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Because a fixed retainer removes the compliance question entirely, it's the surest safeguard against long-term drift.
Should your retainer feel tight after time away from it, that's early drift; see your orthodontist rather than forcing it back on. Acting quickly avoids a bigger, costlier correction later.
Retainer Services in 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. Officially, Lace Market is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Lace Market falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 3.9% of Lace Market's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Lace Market, 0.6% of the 1,368 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Nottingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 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. 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 has 116 schools educating 51,209 pupils (DfE data). Lace Market's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lace Market is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 33 miles away. See local practice availability in Lace Market → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Lace Market usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Lace Market can usually provide replacement retainers.
Types of Retainer Available in Lace Market
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Lace Market now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Lace Market
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Keeping Teeth Straight Long-Term in Lace Market
The practical commitment is modest: a fixed wire you don't think about, plus a removable retainer worn while sleeping. The reward is a straight smile that lasts decades. If you notice your removable retainer getting tighter or no longer fitting, contact an orthodontist promptly — early correction is far less costly than retreatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers 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 a retainer near Lace Market?
The nearest practice to Lace Market that lists retainers 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).
What kind of area is Lace Market?
By ONS classification, Lace Market falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Lace Market compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Lace Market is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Lace Market?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
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.
What happens if my fixed retainer breaks?
A wire debonded from even one tooth needs prompt repair — movement can start quickly without it. A fully broken wire is worth an emergency appointment; any orthodontic practice can rebond or replace it, so don't leave it unaddressed.
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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