Retainers in Mowmacre Hill at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester — 1.3 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Knighton Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Leicester — 4 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester — 1.3 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 25.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.3% of 1,952 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 21 within 5 miles, 41 within 10, 85 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 38.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,157 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Mowmacre Hill listing retainers
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Mowmacre Hill, 41 practices within 10 and 85 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Care Dental Clinic in Leicester, 0.9 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is The Windsor Dental Practice, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (803 reviews) |
| Smiles by GurmsLeicester | 3.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (141 reviews) |
| Smile Zone Dental Practice Leicester - Teeth Whitening | Invisalign | Smile Makeover | VeneersLeicester | 3.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (369 reviews) |
| Winchester Avenue Dental SurgeryLeicester | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (981 reviews) |
| Carisbrooke Dental PracticeLeicester | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (409 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mowmacre Hill with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Leicester, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Quorndon (4.6 miles north) and Wigston Magna (5.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 9 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Quorndon | 1 | 4.6 miles north |
| Wigston Magna | 2 | 5.4 miles south |
| Evington | 1 | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Blaby | 1 | 6.2 miles south |
| Loughborough | 1 | 6.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mowmacre Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 2.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 2.6 miles south |
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 4.6 miles north |
| Smile Perfections Dental & Cosmetic ClinicEvington | 5.0 (243 reviews) | 5.4 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Mowmacre Hill
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester (1.3 miles) | Oakdale Dental (2.6 miles); Smiles by Gurms (3 miles) | 15 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Knighton Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Leicester (4 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester (1.3 miles) | Oakdale Dental (2.6 miles); Bright Smiles Dental Practice - Leicester (2.7 miles) | 13 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Clearly Orthodontics, Leicester (3 miles) | Smiles by Gurms (3 miles); The Dental Wellness Centre - Invisalign Leicester (3.2 miles) | 14 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Any orthodontic practice in Mowmacre Hill can fit, replace or repair them if you need it.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Retainer Options in Mowmacre Hill
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Mowmacre Hill now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Services in Mowmacre Hill
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Mowmacre Hill. Mowmacre Hill is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. 25.7% of Mowmacre Hill's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Mowmacre Hill, 9.3% of the 1,952 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.5% average across City of Leicester, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Mowmacre Hill has 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in England. 22% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Mowmacre Hill attend schools such as Babington Academy (1.0 miles) and Beaumont Leys School (1.3 miles). 13 secondary schools are within three miles. Mowmacre Hill's Local Authority area covers 132 schools and 62,040 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Mowmacre Hill among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Mowmacre Hill is about 34 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. See local practice availability in Mowmacre Hill → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Mowmacre Hill to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Mowmacre Hill can usually provide replacement retainers.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Mowmacre Hill
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Mowmacre Hill is a milestone — but not the end of the process. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for.
The De-bond Appointment
At de-bonding, brackets are removed using an instrument that gently fractures the adhesive bond, leaving enamel undamaged when performed correctly. Adhesive residue is polished off using a rotating buff — taking 10-20 minutes. You may notice mild sensitivity in the days after as enamel previously under brackets is exposed; this is temporary.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Mowmacre Hill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mowmacre Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mowmacre Hill is Smile Care Dental Clinic in Leicester, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are The Windsor Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Doncaster Road Dental Practice (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mowmacre Hill?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Mowmacre Hill, 41 practices within 10 miles and 85 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Mowmacre Hill?
The nearest practice to Mowmacre Hill that lists retainers is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Oakdale Dental (2.6 miles) and Smiles by Gurms (3.0 miles).
What towns are near Mowmacre Hill?
Nearby towns include Wanlip, Beaumont Leys, Broadnook.
Is Mowmacre Hill rural or urban?
ONS classifies Mowmacre Hill as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many families live in Mowmacre Hill?
Around 25.7% of Mowmacre Hill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Mowmacre Hill?
Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Replacement Essix retainers typically cost £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers may cost £150–£250 and last longer. Fixed retainer repair (rebonding a wire) typically costs £50–£150. Costs vary by practice — contact your treating orthodontist or a local practice for a quote.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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