Orthodontic practices near Longden Common
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Longden Common, 11 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 3.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 3.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 5.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.4 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Longden Common with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 3.4 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (5.3 miles north) and Wellington (13.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 3.4 miles north-east |
| Bicton | 1 | 5.3 miles north |
| Wellington | 3 | 13.5 miles east |
| Broseley | 1 | 14.7 miles east |
| Telford | 4 | 15.4 miles east |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 16.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Longden Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 19.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 19.3 miles east |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 15.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Longden Common at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,300 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 71 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Shropshire | 116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Mary Webb School and Science College — 2.3 miles Meole Brace School — 4.4 miles The Priory School — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 632 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 3 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 5 miles Elite Orthodontics, Wellington — 14 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 22 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 Longden Common
The nearest practice to Longden Common is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 3.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Broseley Dental Practice Ltd (14.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Claregate Dental Practice Wolverhampton (28.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Longden Common list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Longden Common are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 5.5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Longden Common
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Orthodontist in Longden Common: People weighing up braces or aligners in Longden Common can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Shropshire, not just Longden Common.
Local provider signals in Longden Common
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Longden Common itself. The nearest we do hold are Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 3 miles away; The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 5 miles away; and Elite Orthodontics in Wellington, about 14 miles away.
Longden Common at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Longden, around 1 km to the north.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Longden, Arscott, Church Pulverbatch, Wrentnall, Plealey, and Exfords Green.
What official data says about Longden Common
ONS classifies Longden Common as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. 15.7% of Longden Common's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,300 residents in Longden Common's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Regionally, 22.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Longden Common attend schools such as Mary Webb School and Science College (2.3 miles) and Meole Brace School (4.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 182 schools and 43,684 pupils in Longden Common's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Longden Common's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Longden Common
Many people in Longden Common delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Longden Common runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Longden Common
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Longden Common has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Longden Common
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Longden Common. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Longden Common
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Longden Common, Shropshire alone. If you're still deciding, related pages for Longden, Arscott, Church Pulverbatch, Wrentnall, Plealey, and Exfords Green may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Longden Common
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longden Common often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longden Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longden Common is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 3.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (5.3 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Longden Common?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Longden Common, 11 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longden Common?
The nearest practice to Longden Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 5.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (5.5 miles) and New Park House Dental Centre (5.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longden Common, Shropshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Longden Common, Shropshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.