Orthodontic practices near Littleover
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Littleover, 28 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic in Derby, 0.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby | 0.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (452 reviews) |
| Cavendish Dental PracticeDerby | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (884 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 1.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 1.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 1.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern | 1.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 1.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Littleover with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 0.4 miles east; the next are Findern (1.4 miles west) and Repton (4.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 14 | 0.4 miles east |
| Findern | 1 | 1.4 miles west |
| Repton | 1 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Ilkeston | 1 | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 9.0 miles south-west |
| Swadlincote | 4 | 9.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Littleover
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 9.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 9.8 miles south |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-west |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-east |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Littleover at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derby |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,364 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 39.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,188 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Derby | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 20 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derby |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Bemrose School — 0.6 miles Littleover Community School — 1.0 miles Murray Park Community School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 11,629 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 116 schools, 47,329 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic, Derby — under a mile No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 1 miles The Practice @ Willington, Repton — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 81 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 Littleover
Littleover has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic in Derby is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (8.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Littleover list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Littleover are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cavendish Dental Practice in Derby, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Littleover
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Orthodontist in Littleover: Before booking anything in Littleover, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Littleover with the wider Derby area.
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What we know about practices near Littleover
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Littleover. The closest on record are Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic in Derby, under a mile away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about a mile away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 5 miles away.
Facts about Littleover
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The local picture in Littleover
By ONS classification, Littleover falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Littleover. 18.9% of Littleover's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,364 residents in the neighbourhood around Littleover, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derby. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Littleover is better served than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Littleover are The Bemrose School (0.6 miles) and Littleover Community School (1.0 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 116 schools and 47,329 pupils in Littleover's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Littleover sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Littleover is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Littleover
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Littleover 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.
Treatment Options in Littleover — Local Context
What's available in Littleover depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Littleover is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Littleover sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8% of the 2,364 residents in Littleover's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Derby. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Littleover has more choice than 87% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Littleover are The Bemrose School (0.6 miles) and Littleover Community School (1.0 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 116 schools and 47,329 pupils across Littleover's Local Authority. Littleover sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Littleover is about 32 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. There is no orthodontist on our records in Littleover itself. The nearest recorded are Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic in Derby, under a mile away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about a mile away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 5 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Littleover
Orthodontic treatment in Littleover is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Littleover
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Littleover follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Littleover. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Littleover
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Littleover often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Littleover?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Littleover is Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic in Derby, about 0.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Cavendish Dental Practice (1.2 miles) and Ashbourne Road Dental (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Littleover?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Littleover, 28 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Littleover?
The nearest practice to Littleover that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cavendish Dental Practice in Derby, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ashbourne Road Dental (1.3 miles) and NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Littleover, Derby?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Littleover, Derby?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.