Orthodontic practices near Morley Smithy
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Morley Smithy, 25 practices within 10 and 92 practices within 20. The closest is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, 2.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby | 2.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (323 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 4.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 4.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
| Dr Serena HoyteIlkeston | 4.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 4.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| Casa DentalDerby | 4.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (180 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 4.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Morley Smithy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derby, 2.0 miles south; the next are Heanor (4.0 miles north-east) and Ilkeston (4.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 14 | 2.0 miles south |
| Heanor | 1 | 4.0 miles north-east |
| Ilkeston | 1 | 4.2 miles east |
| Findern | 1 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Kimberley | 1 | 7.2 miles east |
| Long Eaton | 3 | 7.4 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 Morley Smithy
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 10.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 10.9 miles east |
| Queen's Road Dental CareRylands | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-west |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Morley Smithy at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Erewash |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,820 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 116 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Derbyshire | 127th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Da Vinci Academy — 2.3 miles Lees Brook Academy — 2.5 miles The Ecclesbourne School — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,729 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 — 2 miles Heanor Dental Care, Heanor — 4 miles Dr Serena Hoyte, Ilkeston — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 92 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 Morley Smithy
The nearest practice to Morley Smithy is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 92.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Park Brace Clinic (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (4.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Morley Smithy list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Morley Smithy are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Heanor Dental Care, 4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Morley Smithy
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Morley Smithy in context
Morley Smithy is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Morley Smithy. With just 13.9% of residents under 16, Morley Smithy skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,820 residents in Morley Smithy's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Morley Smithy has more choice than 79% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Morley Smithy attend schools such as Da Vinci Academy (2.3 miles) and Lees Brook Academy (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Morley Smithy's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Morley Smithy is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Morley Smithy
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What we know about practices near Morley Smithy
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Morley Smithy itself. The nearest recorded are Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, about 2 miles away; Heanor Dental Care, about 4 miles away; and Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston, about 4 miles away.
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Morley Smithy
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
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All Orthodontic Options in Morley Smithy Explained
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Morley Smithy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Morley Smithy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Morley Smithy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Morley Smithy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Morley Smithy is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Heanor Dental Care (4.0 miles) and Derby City Dental Care (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Morley Smithy?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Morley Smithy, 25 practices within 10 miles and 92 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Morley Smithy?
The nearest practice to Morley Smithy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Heanor Dental Care, about 4.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Derby City Dental Care (4.2 miles) and Ashbourne Road Dental (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Morley Smithy, 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 Morley Smithy, Derbyshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.