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Orthodontic practices near Loughborough

On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Loughborough, 29 practices within 10 and 115 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontic Supplies in Loughborough, 0.1 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Orthodontic SuppliesLoughborough0.1 miles south–––4.0 (1 review)
Peacock Dental SpaLoughborough0.3 miles north-west–✓✓4.9 (166 reviews)
Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough0.4 miles south✓✓✓5.0 (214 reviews)
Granby House Dental PracticeLoughborough0.4 miles west✓–✓4.8 (26 reviews)
Straight Teeth LoughboroughLoughborough0.4 miles south––––
Ascent Dental Care LoughboroughLoughborough0.5 miles south-west–––4.9 (548 reviews)
GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTDLoughborough0.5 miles south✓–––
The Dental Suite - LeicesterLoughborough0.5 miles south-west–✓✓4.9 (376 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Loughborough with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Loughborough, 0.1 miles south; the next are Barrow upon Soar (2.5 miles south-east) and Quorndon (3.1 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Loughborough100.1 miles south
Barrow upon Soar12.5 miles south-east
Quorndon13.1 miles south-east
Coalville26.0 miles south-west
Leicester128.2 miles south
Long Eaton29.1 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Loughborough

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 9.7 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Oakdale DentalLeicester5.0 (803 reviews)9.7 miles south
The DentalistLoughborough5.0 (467 reviews)1.1 miles south
Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon5.0 (277 reviews)3.1 miles south-east
Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough5.0 (214 reviews)0.4 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Loughborough at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaCharnwood
NHS dental servicesNHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Population65,255
Residents under 1616.7% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,702 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally15.1% aged 16 to 24 and 39.5% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car32.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre7,767 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England
Access within Leicestershire1st closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 35 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsLimehurst Academy — 0.4 miles
Woodbrook Vale School — 1.6 miles
De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire — 1.7 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles6 schools, about 5,853 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22% across the local ICB (OHID)
Orthodontic practices on record10
Practices within 10 and 20 miles29 within 10 miles, 115 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsLE12

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 Loughborough

Loughborough has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Orthodontic Supplies in Loughborough is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 115.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Peacock Dental Spa (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Loughborough list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Loughborough are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Loughborough

Leicestershire12 nearby locations

Explore braces and aligners in Loughborough

Orthodontist in Loughborough: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Loughborough, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Leicestershire, not just Loughborough. Loughborough — a large town with a population of around 65,255 — is covered on this page specifically.

Local provider signals in Loughborough

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 10 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Loughborough or nearby searches; 4 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 3 mention fixed braces; 3 include NHS signals and 9 include private treatment signals; access-related signals include parking from 0, wheelchair access from 0, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Ascent Dental Care Loughborough, Granby House Dental Practice, Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic, Orthodontic Supplies, and Peacock Dental Spa.

What official data says about Loughborough

Loughborough is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Loughborough falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.7% of Loughborough's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.1% of the 1,702 residents in Loughborough's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Loughborough has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Loughborough attend schools such as Limehurst Academy (0.4 miles) and Woodbrook Vale School (1.6 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Loughborough's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Loughborough is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.

Continue your local research

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Shelthorpe, Stanford on Soar, Dishley, Woodhouse, Stanford Hills, and Thorpe Acre.

A quick look at Loughborough

With a population of roughly 65,255, Loughborough is a large town within Leicestershire. Shelthorpe is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-west of Loughborough.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Loughborough

Starting orthodontic treatment in Loughborough can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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. People from Shelthorpe, Stanford on Soar and Dishley regularly visit orthodontists in Loughborough.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Treatment in Loughborough runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

All Orthodontic Options in Loughborough Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Loughborough has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Shelthorpe, Stanford on Soar and Dishley regularly visit orthodontists in Loughborough.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Loughborough

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Loughborough. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Loughborough

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Loughborough often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Loughborough?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Loughborough is Orthodontic Supplies in Loughborough, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Peacock Dental Spa (0.3 miles) and Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (0.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Loughborough?

Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Loughborough, 29 practices within 10 miles and 115 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Loughborough?

The nearest practice to Loughborough that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic, about 0.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Granby House Dental Practice (0.4 miles) and GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Loughborough, Leicestershire?

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 Loughborough, Leicestershire?

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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TitleLoughborough, Leicestershire Orthodontics
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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