Orthodontic practices near Longley
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Longley, 23 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Smilelign in Sheffield, 1.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmilelignSheffield | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (43 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (120 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 2.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 2.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 2.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Longley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sheffield, 1.2 miles south-west; the next are Catcliffe (2.9 miles east) and Nether Edge (3.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | 10 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 2.9 miles east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 3.2 miles south-west |
| Rotherham | 7 | 3.5 miles east |
| Beighton | 1 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 7.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Longley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 7.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-west |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 5.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Longley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South Yorkshire 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 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,698 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 26.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,673 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 29.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Sheffield | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 180 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.1% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Sheffield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Fir Vale Academy — 0.6 miles E-Act Parkwood Academy — 1.0 miles Astrea Academy Sheffield — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 14,784 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smilelign, Sheffield — 1 miles Space Dental, Catcliffe — 3 miles The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 60 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 Longley
The nearest practice to Longley is Smilelign in Sheffield, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: One Smile Dental - Sheffield (1.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Longley list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Longley are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Sheffield, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Longley
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Orthodontist in Longley: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Longley, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Sheffield.
A quick look at Longley
Just under 1 km north, Fir Vale is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Fir Vale, Upper Crabtree, Lower Crabtree, Firth Park, Pismire Hill, and Pitsmoor.
The local picture in Longley
Longley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 18.6% of Longley's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Longley, 8.1% of the 1,698 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Sheffield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Longley is better served than 85% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Longley are Fir Vale Academy (0.6 miles) and E-Act Parkwood Academy (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Longley among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Longley is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 2 miles away.
What we know about practices near Longley
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Longley itself. The closest on record are Smilelign in Sheffield, about a mile away; Space Dental in Catcliffe, about 3 miles away; and The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 3 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Longley
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Longley helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Longley follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Longley
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Longley 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.
How to Choose in Longley
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 Longley practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Longley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Longley
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Longley, Sheffield with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Fir Vale, Upper Crabtree, Lower Crabtree, Firth Park, Pismire Hill, and Pitsmoor.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Longley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longley is Smilelign in Sheffield, about 1.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are One Smile Dental - Sheffield (1.7 miles) and Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant Centre (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Longley?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Longley, 23 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longley?
The nearest practice to Longley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Sheffield, about 1.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant Centre (1.7 miles) and Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longley, Sheffield?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Longley, Sheffield?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.