Orthodontic practices near Lode
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Lode, 17 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, 4.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic ClinicCambridge | 4.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (112 reviews) |
| Antwerp House Dentistry CambridgeCambridge | 4.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (332 reviews) |
| Cambridge dental groupCambridge | 4.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
| Cambridge Dental HubCambridge | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,436 reviews) |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (72 reviews) |
| Regent Dental PracticeCambridge | 5.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (350 reviews) |
| ToothStation Dental PracticeCambridge | 5.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (118 reviews) |
| Devonshire House Dental PracticeCambridge | 5.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (608 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lode with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cambridge, 4.5 miles west; the next are Newmarket (7.0 miles east) and Ely (11.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 16 | 4.5 miles west |
| Newmarket | 1 | 7.0 miles east |
| Ely | 2 | 11.1 miles north |
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 15.2 miles west |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 15.2 miles south |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 19.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lode
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 7.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 7.1 miles south-west |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-west |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.9 (285 reviews) | 15.2 miles south |
| Cambridge Orthodontic Practice - Private & NHS OrthodonticsCambridge | 4.9 (128 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lode at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Cambridgeshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 |
| Population | 704 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,609 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 63 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 150th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bottisham Village College — 1.2 miles St Bede's Inter-Church School — 4.7 miles North Cambridge Academy — 4.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,396 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic, Cambridge — 4 miles Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 7 miles Ely Smiles, Ely — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Chapel Dental — 3 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 Lode
Lode is 4.5 miles from St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (6.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (6.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Lode list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Lode are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Devonshire House Dental Practice in Cambridge, 5.9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lode
Cambridgeshire12 nearby locationsExplore braces and aligners in Lode
Orthodontist in Lode: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Lode often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding area. Lode — a small village with a population of around 704 — is covered on this page specifically.
What we know about practices near Lode
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lode itself. The nearest recorded are St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, about 4 miles away; Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 7 miles away; and Ely Smiles, about 11 miles away.
The local picture in Lode
Lode's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Lode sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.2% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Lode, 7.6% of the 2,609 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lode is better served than 56% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lode are Bottisham Village College (1.2 miles) and St Bede's Inter-Church School (4.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Lode's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Where Lode sits locally
Lode has a population of around 704, making it a small village within Cambridgeshire. Heading east for around 1 km brings you to Long Meadow, the closest linked location.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Long Meadow, Stow cum Quy, Bottisham, Frog End, Commercial End, and Swaffham Bulbeck can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Lode
The orthodontic landscape in Lode offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
How to Choose in Lode
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Lode practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Lode
Many people in Lode 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Lode
- 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?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Lode
Treatment in Lode runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lode. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lode
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Lode, Cambridgeshire, these local links help you keep browsing. If you're still deciding, related pages for Long Meadow, Stow cum Quy, Bottisham, Frog End, Commercial End, and Swaffham Bulbeck may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lode
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lode often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lode?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lode is St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, about 4.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge (4.7 miles) and Cambridge dental group (4.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lode?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Lode, 17 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lode?
The nearest practice to Lode that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Devonshire House Dental Practice in Cambridge, about 5.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include CAMBRIDGE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (6.0 miles) and Anglia Orthodontics (6.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lode, Cambridgeshire?
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 Lode, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.