Orthodontic practices near Matlock
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Matlock; 6 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 6.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 6.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 7.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Smile Care CentreWalton | 8.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (136 reviews) |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 8.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Aspire DentalChesterfield | 8.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 8.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 10.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 11.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Matlock with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pilsley, 6.3 miles east; the next are Alfreton (7.5 miles south-east) and Walton (8.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pilsley | 1 | 6.3 miles east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Walton | 1 | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Staveley | 2 | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 11.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Matlock
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 16.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 16.1 miles east |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 11.4 miles north |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Matlock at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derbyshire Dales |
| 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 |
| Population | 14,956 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,421 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,742 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Derbyshire | 439th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highfields School — 1.1 miles Anthony Gell School — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,298 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 6 miles Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 8 miles Smile Care Centre, Walton — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 54 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 3 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 Matlock
From Matlock the nearest practice is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 6.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 54.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chesterfield Orthodontics (8.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Matlock list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 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 Matlock are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Matlock to Peak Smile Studio is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 160 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Matlock
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Orthodontist in Matlock: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Matlock? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Derbyshire. Matlock — a market town with a population of around 14,956 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local orthodontic signals in Matlock
There is no orthodontist on our records in Matlock itself. The nearest we do hold are Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 6 miles away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 8 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 8 miles away.
Matlock in context
Officially, Matlock is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Matlock sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Matlock's under-16 share, 13.3%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,421 residents in Matlock's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. People in Matlock usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Matlock attend schools such as Highfields School (1.1 miles) and Anthony Gell School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Matlock sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Matlock is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 17 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Dimple, Matlock Bridge, Matlock Dale, Matlock Bank, Matlock Green, and Starkholmes.
Local context for Matlock
Matlock is home to around 14,956 people, classing it as a market town within Derbyshire. Dimple is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Matlock.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Matlock
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Matlock helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Matlock
There's no orthodontist on record in Matlock itself; the nearest dentist, Bupa Dental Care, is about 3 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Matlock is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Matlock falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Matlock has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.3% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,421 residents in the neighbourhood around Matlock, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Matlock; the nearest is about 6 miles away. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Matlock are Highfields School (1.1 miles) and Anthony Gell School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Matlock among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Matlock is about 17 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Matlock
Patients in Matlock have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Matlock
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Matlock — 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 Matlock. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Matlock
This section helps connect Matlock, Derbyshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. For a broader comparison, pages for Dimple, Matlock Bridge, Matlock Dale, Matlock Bank, Matlock Green, and Starkholmes follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Matlock
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Matlock often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Matlock?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Matlock is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 6.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (7.5 miles) and Smile Care Centre (8.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Matlock?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Matlock, 6 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Pilsley, 6.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Matlock?
The nearest practice to Matlock that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 7.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (8.5 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (12.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Matlock, Derbyshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Matlock, Derbyshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.