Orthodontic practices near Lodge Hill
On our practice register: 31 practices within 5 miles of Lodge Hill, 98 practices within 10 and 174 practices within 20. The closest is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, 1.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPI DentalBartley Green | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (536 reviews) |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 1.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Harborne Dental PracticeBartley Green | 1.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (311 reviews) |
| EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SIGNATURE ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MR P L MASON - ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DENTIST Oakleigh Dental Practice & Implant CentreHalesowen | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lodge Hill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bartley Green, 1.4 miles north; the next are Smethwick (1.5 miles north-east) and Birmingham (2.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bartley Green | 2 | 1.4 miles north |
| Smethwick | 2 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Birmingham | 16 | 2.5 miles north |
| Halesowen | 4 | 2.8 miles west |
| Hopwood | 1 | 2.8 miles south |
| Kings Heath | 1 | 2.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lodge Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth & Face in Birmingham (5.0 from 452 reviews), 3.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 5.0 (452 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen | 5.0 (249 reviews) | 3.8 miles west |
| RiT Dental Care | Dental Clinic in Birmingham | Implants, Orthodontics and Cosmetic DentistryBirmingham | 5.0 (125 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lodge Hill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Birmingham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,934 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,480 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 31 practices, more than 96% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Birmingham | 85th closest to an orthodontic practice of 111 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 8.2% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Birmingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The University of Birmingham School — 0.5 miles Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre — 1.0 miles E-ACT Shenley Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 25 schools, about 22,844 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 501 schools, 210,486 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BPI Dental, Bartley Green — 1 miles Signature Orthodontics, Smethwick — 2 miles EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS, Birmingham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 98 within 10 miles, 174 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 Lodge Hill
The nearest practice to Lodge Hill is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 98 practices, and within 20 there are 174.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Signature Orthodontics (1.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Lodge Hill list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lodge Hill are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lodge Hill
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Braces and aligner options in Lodge Hill
Orthodontist in Lodge Hill: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Lodge Hill often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City and Borough of Birmingham.
The local picture in Lodge Hill
Officially, Lodge Hill is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Lodge Hill sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With 22.3% of residents under 16, Lodge Hill has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,934 residents in Lodge Hill's census neighbourhood, below the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham. Lodge Hill has 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Lodge Hill are served by secondary schools including The University of Birmingham School (0.5 miles) and Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre (1.0 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. Lodge Hill's Local Authority area covers 501 schools and 210,486 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Lodge Hill sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Lodge Hill is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Lodge Hill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lodge Hill itself. The closest on record are BPI Dental in Bartley Green, about a mile away; Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 2 miles away; and EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS in Birmingham, about 2 miles away.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Weoley Castle, Griffin's Hill, Harborne, Selly Oak, Northfield, and Shenley Fields.
Lodge Hill in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Weoley Castle, under 1 km to the west.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lodge Hill
The orthodontic landscape in Lodge Hill offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Lodge Hill — Local Context
What's available in Lodge Hill depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Lodge Hill's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Lodge Hill. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 22.3% of Lodge Hill's residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Lodge Hill, 7.2% of the 1,934 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lodge Hill is better served than 96% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.9% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Lodge Hill are served by secondary schools including The University of Birmingham School (0.5 miles) and Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre (1.0 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. Lodge Hill's Local Authority area covers 501 schools and 210,486 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Lodge Hill sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Lodge Hill is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Lodge Hill itself. The closest on record are BPI Dental in Bartley Green, about a mile away; Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 2 miles away; and EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS in Birmingham, about 2 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
The Orthodontic Journey in Lodge Hill
Many people in Lodge Hill delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Lodge Hill
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lodge Hill
Orthodontic practices in and around Lodge Hill vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Lodge Hill sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 22.3% of Lodge Hill's residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Lodge Hill, 7.2% of the 1,934 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lodge Hill is better served than 96% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Lodge Hill attend schools such as The University of Birmingham School (0.5 miles) and Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre (1.0 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 501 schools and 210,486 pupils across Lodge Hill's Local Authority. Lodge Hill falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Lodge Hill is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lodge Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lodge Hill
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Lodge Hill, City and Borough of Birmingham within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Weoley Castle, Griffin's Hill, Harborne, Selly Oak, Northfield, and Shenley Fields.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lodge Hill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lodge Hill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lodge Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lodge Hill is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, about 1.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Signature Orthodontics (1.5 miles) and Harborne Dental Practice (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lodge Hill?
Our register has 31 practices within 5 miles of Lodge Hill, 98 practices within 10 miles and 174 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lodge Hill?
The nearest practice to Lodge Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, about 1.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include Signature Orthodontics (1.5 miles) and EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS (2.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lodge Hill, City and Borough of Birmingham?
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 Lodge Hill, City and Borough of Birmingham?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.