Orthodontic practices near Minton
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Minton; 17 practices within 20. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 11.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 11.8 miles north | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 13.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 14.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 14.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 14.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 14.1 miles north | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 14.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 14.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Minton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 11.8 miles north; the next are Bicton (14.2 miles north) and Broseley (16.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 11.8 miles north |
| Bicton | 1 | 14.2 miles north |
| Broseley | 1 | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 18.7 miles north-east |
| Wellington | 3 | 18.7 miles north-east |
| Telford | 4 | 19.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Minton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury (5.0 from 131 reviews), 13.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 13.9 miles north |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 14.3 miles north |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 19.1 miles north-east |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 4.9 (701 reviews) | 18.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Minton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 10% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,249 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 17.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 113 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Shropshire | 556th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 40 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Church Stretton School — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 539 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 12 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 14 miles Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, Broseley — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 17 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 Minton
From Minton the nearest practice is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 11.8 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. 17 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Broseley Dental Practice Ltd (16.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (26.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Minton list clear aligners, the nearest 13.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Minton are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury, 13.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 40 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Minton to Bayston Hill Dental Practice is roughly 25 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 310 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 16.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Minton
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Orthodontist in Minton: Before booking anything in Minton, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Shropshire.
Minton in context
Minton — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 10% of Minton's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 2,249 residents in the neighbourhood around Minton, 4.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Shropshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Minton; the nearest is about 12 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Minton are served by secondary schools including Church Stretton School (2.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 182 schools and 43,684 pupils across Minton's Local Authority. Minton falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Minton is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 40 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Minton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Minton. The closest on record are Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 12 miles away; The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 14 miles away; and Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 17 miles away.
Minton at a glance
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Whittingslow, the closest linked location.
More local pages to browse
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Whittingslow, Cwm Head, Hamperley, Marshbrook, Leamoor Common, and Bushmoor.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Minton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Minton can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Minton
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Minton
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Minton helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Minton
Orthodontic practices in and around Minton vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Minton is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Minton falls under NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. With just 10% of residents under 16, Minton skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 2,249 residents in the neighbourhood around Minton, 4.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Minton has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. Regionally, 22.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Minton are Church Stretton School (2.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 182 schools and 43,684 pupils in Minton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Minton sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Minton is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 40 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Minton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Minton
This section helps connect Minton, Shropshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Whittingslow, Cwm Head, Hamperley, Marshbrook, Leamoor Common, and Bushmoor.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Minton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Minton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Minton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Minton is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 11.8 miles to the north. The next closest are New Park House Dental Centre (13.9 miles) and Belmont Orthodontic Centre (14.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Minton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Minton, 0 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Shrewsbury, 11.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Minton?
The nearest practice to Minton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury, about 13.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include St Johns Hill Dental (14.0 miles) and EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (14.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Minton, Shropshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Minton, Shropshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.