Orthodontic practices near North Elmsall
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of North Elmsall, 16 practices within 10 and 88 practices within 20. The closest is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 5.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 5.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSBarnsley | 7.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 8.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DONCASTERDoncaster | 8.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to North Elmsall with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Low Ackworth, 3.5 miles north-west; the next are Pontefract (5.7 miles north) and Barnsley (7.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 5.7 miles north |
| Barnsley | 4 | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Castleford | 1 | 8.6 miles north |
| Doncaster | 6 | 8.8 miles south-east |
| Wakefield | 12 | 9.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of North Elmsall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 5.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 5.8 miles north |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 10.7 miles north-west |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
North Elmsall at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,795 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 260 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 125th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.5 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Minsthorpe Community College — 0.8 miles Outwood Academy Hemsworth — 3.1 miles Campsmount Academy — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,609 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 4 miles Pontefract Hospital, Pontefract — 6 miles TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Barnsley — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 88 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 North Elmsall
The nearest practice to North Elmsall is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 88.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Mount Dental Practice (3.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around North Elmsall list clear aligners, the nearest 3.5 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 North Elmsall are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In North Elmsall
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Orthodontic care near North Elmsall
Orthodontist in North Elmsall: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in North Elmsall, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in North Elmsall with the wider City and Borough of Wakefield area.
The local picture in North Elmsall
By ONS classification, North Elmsall falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. 18.6% of North Elmsall's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around North Elmsall, 7.4% of the 1,795 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. Families in North Elmsall are served by secondary schools including Minsthorpe Community College (0.8 miles) and Outwood Academy Hemsworth (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in North Elmsall's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, North Elmsall is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to North Elmsall is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Local treatment availability around North Elmsall
No orthodontic practice is recorded in North Elmsall. The closest on record are The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 4 miles away; Pontefract Hospital, about 6 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Barnsley, about 8 miles away.
Local snapshot of North Elmsall
The nearest other location we cover is Upton, under 1 km to the west.
All Orthodontic Options in North Elmsall Explained
Patients in North Elmsall have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in North Elmsall
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 North Elmsall practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in North Elmsall
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in North Elmsall helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in North Elmsall
Practices serving North Elmsall differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. North Elmsall — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 18.6% of North Elmsall's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.4% of the 1,795 residents in North Elmsall's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to North Elmsall are Minsthorpe Community College (0.8 miles) and Outwood Academy Hemsworth (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in North Elmsall's Local Authority area, per DfE data. North Elmsall sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to North Elmsall is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 18 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around North Elmsall. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around North Elmsall
This section helps connect North Elmsall, City and Borough of Wakefield to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Hill Estate, Priory Estate, South Elmsall, Upton, Minsthorpe, and Wrangbrook can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in North Elmsall
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in North Elmsall often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to North Elmsall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to North Elmsall is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 3.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Pontefract Hospital (5.7 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (5.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near North Elmsall?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of North Elmsall, 16 practices within 10 miles and 88 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near North Elmsall?
The nearest practice to North Elmsall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 3.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (5.7 miles) and One Smile Dental - Pontefract (5.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in North Elmsall, City and Borough of Wakefield?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in North Elmsall, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.