Teeth Whitening in Lickey Hills at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | Midlands Smile Centres — 5.7 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | RESTORE Dental Specialists, Barnt Green — 1.6 miles; 25 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Bromsgrove Dental Specialists, Bromsgrove — 3.9 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | The Sweet Smile Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove — 3.6 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49 of 1,612 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Access within Worcestershire | 108th closest to a practice of 512 places in the county; the county median is 3.4 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.
Private practices near Lickey Hills
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Lickey Hills, 77 practices within 10 and 156 practices within 20. The closest is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, 1.6 miles south-east. The nearest listing private treatment is RESTORE Dental Specialists, 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (301 reviews) |
| House of DentalHopwood | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (558 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouBromsgrove | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (134 reviews) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 4.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lickey Hills with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Barnt Green, 1.6 miles south-east; the next are Hopwood (2.5 miles north-east) and Bromsgrove (3.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnt Green | 1 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Hopwood | 1 | 2.5 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove | 5 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Halesowen | 4 | 5.0 miles north |
| Redditch | 3 | 5.7 miles south |
| Bartley Green | 2 | 5.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lickey Hills
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green (5.0 from 301 reviews), 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen | 5.0 (249 reviews) | 5.2 miles north |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 5.0 (134 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments there is. Patients across Lickey Hills choose it because the shade lift is calibrated to their teeth and sensitivity. The timescale ranges from a single 90-minute visit to a fortnight of overnight tray wear.
Teeth Whitening in Lickey Hills — Local Context
Professional teeth whitening in Lickey Hills typically costs £300–£700 for in-chair treatment, and £200–£450 for a custom take-home tray kit from a dental practice. What's available in Lickey Hills depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. In the census neighbourhood around Lickey Hills, 28.3% of the 1,612 residents are aged 25 to 49 and 6.9% are aged 16 to 24, the age bands that drive most adult aligner demand. Lickey Hills has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. By ONS classification, Lickey Hills falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. National deprivation data ranks Lickey Hills among England's less deprived areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lickey Hills is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 9 miles away. 18.3% of Lickey Hills's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. See local practice availability in Lickey Hills →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
The VITA Shade Guide Explained
Colour is tracked on the VITA scale — A1 at the light end through to C4 at the dark. Untreated teeth usually fall around A2–B3 in Lickey Hills patients, with whitening moving them several grades lighter.
Response depends on the cause of the staining — surface and yellow discolouration whiten well, developmental and grey staining resist it, and any crowns or composite won't shift, so mismatches are worth discussing first.
Sensitivity, Aftercare and Keeping Results
Sensitivity is the most common side effect — usually a sharp, transient twinge with air or cold that settles within 24–48 hours. A sensitivity toothpaste used for two weeks beforehand noticeably reduces it.
A brief 'white diet' — skipping strongly coloured food and drink for two days — protects the fresh result. Long-term, good hygiene and an occasional top-up every 12–18 months keep teeth bright.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Lickey Hills
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lickey Hills?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lickey Hills is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are House of Dental (2.5 miles) and The Sweet Smile Bromsgrove (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lickey Hills?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Lickey Hills, 77 practices within 10 miles and 156 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Lickey Hills?
The nearest practice to Lickey Hills that lists private treatment is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include House of Dental (2.5 miles) and The Sweet Smile Bromsgrove (3.6 miles).
What NHS area is Lickey Hills in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near Lickey Hills?
Apes Dale, Rubery, Lower Marlbrook are within easy reach of Lickey Hills.
How deprived is Lickey Hills compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Lickey Hills is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Lickey Hills?
Around 18.3% of Lickey Hills's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Is dentist whitening better than at-home kits?
Yes, for significant results. Dental professionals can use higher peroxide concentrations than products legally sold over the counter. They also customise treatment to your tooth shade and sensitivity level, and can address any underlying dental issues before whitening that might otherwise cause problems.
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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