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Orthodontic practices near Middleton-by-Wirksworth

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Middleton-by-Wirksworth; 2 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 8.2 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton8.2 miles east✓–✓4.4 (96 reviews)
Peak Smile StudioPilsley8.6 miles north-east–✓✓4.1 (39 reviews)
Smile Care CentreWalton11.0 miles north-east–––4.2 (136 reviews)
Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield11.4 miles north-east✓✓✓5.0 (122 reviews)
Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield11.5 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (143 reviews)
Aspire DentalChesterfield11.5 miles north-east–––4.9 (204 reviews)
Heanor Dental CareHeanor11.8 miles south-east✓––4.0 (66 reviews)
Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby12.7 miles south-east––✓4.7 (323 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Middleton-by-Wirksworth with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Alfreton, 8.2 miles east; the next are Pilsley (8.6 miles north-east) and Walton (11.0 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Alfreton18.2 miles east
Pilsley18.6 miles north-east
Walton111.0 miles north-east
Chesterfield311.4 miles north-east
Heanor111.8 miles south-east
Derby1412.7 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 Middleton-by-Wirksworth

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), 14.4 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield5.0 (371 reviews)14.4 miles north
Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield5.0 (143 reviews)11.5 miles north-east
Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield5.0 (122 reviews)11.4 miles north-east
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby4.9 (346 reviews)12.7 miles south

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

Middleton-by-Wirksworth at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDerbyshire Dales
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1614.5% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,541 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car9.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre180 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Derbyshire512th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 20 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsAnthony Gell School — 1.6 miles
Highfields School — 3.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 776 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesRefine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 8 miles
Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 9 miles
Smile Care Centre, Walton — 11 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles2 within 10 miles, 52 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistBupa Dental Care — 1 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 Middleton-by-Wirksworth

From Middleton-by-Wirksworth the nearest practice is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 8.2 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 52.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chesterfield Orthodontics (11.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 22 of the practices around Middleton-by-Wirksworth list clear aligners, the nearest 8.2 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 Middleton-by-Wirksworth are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 8.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 20 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Middleton-by-Wirksworth to Refine Specialist Dental Care is roughly 20 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 210 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

Orthodontic Treatment In Middleton-by-Wirksworth

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Compare orthodontic care in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Middleton-by-Wirksworth, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Middleton-by-Wirksworth and the wider Derbyshire area.

Local context for Middleton-by-Wirksworth

Bolehill is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south-east of Middleton-by-Wirksworth.

Nearby location pages

You can continue browsing related location pages including Bolehill, Bonsall, Godfreyhole, Steeple Grange, Warmbrook, and Gorseybank if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

What official data says about Middleton-by-Wirksworth

Middleton-by-Wirksworth's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.5% of Middleton-by-Wirksworth's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,541 residents in the neighbourhood around Middleton-by-Wirksworth, 7.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. People in Middleton-by-Wirksworth usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Middleton-by-Wirksworth attend schools such as Anthony Gell School (1.6 miles) and Highfields School (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Middleton-by-Wirksworth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Middleton-by-Wirksworth is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

What local practice data suggests in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Middleton-by-Wirksworth. The nearest recorded are Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 8 miles away; Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 9 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 11 miles away.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

Orthodontic treatment in Middleton-by-Wirksworth is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

Every case in Middleton-by-Wirksworth follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

Orthodontic Treatments in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Middleton-by-Wirksworth has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

How to Choose in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

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 Middleton-by-Wirksworth practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Middleton-by-Wirksworth

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Middleton-by-Wirksworth?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Middleton-by-Wirksworth is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 8.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Peak Smile Studio (8.6 miles) and Smile Care Centre (11.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Middleton-by-Wirksworth?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Middleton-by-Wirksworth, 2 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Alfreton, 8.2 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Middleton-by-Wirksworth?

The nearest practice to Middleton-by-Wirksworth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 8.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (11.4 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (11.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Derbyshire?

A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Derbyshire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleMiddleton-by-Wirksworth, Derbyshire Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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