Orthodontic practices near Makeney
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Makeney, 19 practices within 10 and 86 practices within 20. The closest is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, 4.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby | 4.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (323 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 5.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 5.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 5.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Casa DentalDerby | 5.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (180 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 5.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Makeney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 4.5 miles south-east; the next are Heanor (5.5 miles east) and Findern (7.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 14 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Heanor | 1 | 5.5 miles east |
| Findern | 1 | 7.0 miles south |
| Ilkeston | 1 | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 7.6 miles north-east |
| Kimberley | 1 | 9.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Makeney
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queen's Road Dental Care in Rylands (4.9 from 543 reviews), 12.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen's Road Dental CareRylands | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 12.5 miles south-east |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 5.2 miles south |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford | 4.9 (217 reviews) | 12.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Makeney at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Amber Valley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,897 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 456 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Derbyshire | 353rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Ecclesbourne School — 1.1 miles Belper School and Sixth Form Centre — 2.0 miles John Flamsteed Community School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,666 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre, Derby — 4 miles Heanor Dental Care, Heanor — 6 miles No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 86 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 Makeney
Makeney is 4.5 miles from Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 86.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Dental and Implant Clinic (6.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Makeney 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 Makeney are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Makeney
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Orthodontist in Makeney: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Makeney often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It connects local orthodontic research in Makeney with the wider Derbyshire area.
Makeney in context
By ONS classification, Makeney falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Makeney. Census data puts only 13.3% of Makeney's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 1,897 residents in Makeney's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Makeney are served by secondary schools including The Ecclesbourne School (1.1 miles) and Belper School and Sixth Form Centre (2.0 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Makeney falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Makeney is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 26 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Makeney
The nearest other location we cover is Duffield, around 1 km to the south-west.
Useful local orthodontic context for Makeney
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Makeney. The nearest we do hold are Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, about 4 miles away; Heanor Dental Care, about 6 miles away; and No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 7 miles away.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Makeney
Many people in Makeney 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Makeney
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Makeney
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Makeney — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Makeney
Patients in Makeney have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Makeney
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Makeney — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Makeney. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Makeney
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Frequently Asked Questions in Makeney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Makeney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Makeney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Makeney is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, about 4.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Ashbourne Road Dental (5.2 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel) (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Makeney?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Makeney, 19 practices within 10 miles and 86 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Makeney?
The nearest practice to Makeney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 5.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Heanor Dental Care (5.5 miles) and Derby City Dental Care (5.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Makeney, Derbyshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Makeney, Derbyshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.