Orthodontic practices near Matlock Bath
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Matlock Bath; 6 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 6.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 6.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Smile Care CentreWalton | 9.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (136 reviews) |
| Aspire DentalChesterfield | 9.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 9.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 9.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 11.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 11.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Matlock Bath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pilsley, 6.9 miles north-east; the next are Alfreton (7.1 miles east) and Walton (9.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pilsley | 1 | 6.9 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 7.1 miles east |
| Walton | 1 | 9.1 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 9.6 miles north-east |
| Staveley | 2 | 11.6 miles north-east |
| Heanor | 1 | 11.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Matlock Bath
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), 12.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 12.8 miles north |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 9.6 miles north-east |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Matlock Bath 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,447 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 127 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Derbyshire | 458th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.9% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highfields School — 2.1 miles Anthony Gell School — 2.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,074 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 7 miles Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 7 miles Smile Care Centre, Walton — 9 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, 59 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Bath
The nearest practice to Matlock Bath is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 6.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chesterfield Orthodontics (9.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Matlock Bath list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 Bath are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 7.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 18 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Matlock Bath 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Matlock Bath
Derbyshire12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Matlock Bath
Orthodontist in Matlock Bath: Before booking anything in Matlock Bath, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Derbyshire and the surrounding area.
Practice data for Matlock Bath
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Matlock Bath itself. The nearest recorded are Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 7 miles away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 7 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 9 miles away.
About Matlock Bath
Upperwood is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Matlock Bath.
Area profile for Matlock Bath
Officially, Matlock Bath is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Matlock Bath falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Matlock Bath has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.5% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,447 residents in the neighbourhood around Matlock Bath, 5.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. People in Matlock Bath usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 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 Bath attend schools such as Highfields School (2.1 miles) and Anthony Gell School (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Matlock Bath's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Matlock Bath is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
Related pages for Cromford, Matlock Dale, Upperwood, Matlock Bank, Matlock Green, and Starkholmes are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Matlock Bath
Starting orthodontic treatment in Matlock Bath can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Matlock Bath
Treatment in Matlock Bath runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Matlock Bath
Patients in Matlock Bath have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Matlock Bath
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 Matlock Bath practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Matlock Bath. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Matlock Bath
If Matlock Bath, Derbyshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. This page links onward to Cromford, Matlock Dale, Upperwood, Matlock Bank, Matlock Green, and Starkholmes for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Matlock Bath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Matlock Bath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Matlock Bath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Matlock Bath is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 6.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (7.1 miles) and Smile Care Centre (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Matlock Bath?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Matlock Bath, 6 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Pilsley, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Matlock Bath?
The nearest practice to Matlock Bath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 7.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (9.6 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (11.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire?
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 Matlock Bath, Derbyshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.