Orthodontic practices near Old Bilton
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Old Bilton, 11 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, 0.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 0.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (416 reviews) |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 1.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental & Implant ClinicHarrogate | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (30 reviews) |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsHarrogate | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 1.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Old Bilton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Harrogate, 0.7 miles south-west; the next are Knaresborough (2.1 miles east) and Wetherby (7.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Harrogate | 8 | 0.7 miles south-west |
| Knaresborough | 1 | 2.1 miles east |
| Wetherby | 2 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Chapel Allerton | 1 | 11.5 miles south |
| Guiseley | 2 | 12.2 miles south-west |
| Horsforth | 3 | 12.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Old Bilton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Guiseley (5.0 from 692 reviews), 12.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 5.0 (692 reviews) | 12.2 miles south-west |
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 12.6 miles south |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-east |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Patients in Old Bilton have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Treatment Options in Old Bilton — Local Context
Practices serving Old Bilton differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Old Bilton's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Old Bilton. Old Bilton's under-16 share sits at 19.2%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,384 residents in Old Bilton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. Old Bilton has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Old Bilton are Harrogate High School (0.6 miles) and St Aidan's Church of England High School (1.7 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 377 schools and 86,087 pupils in Old Bilton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Old Bilton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Old Bilton is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Old Bilton. The nearest recorded are Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, under a mile away; Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 2 miles away; and Wetherby Orthodontics, about 8 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Private orthodontic treatment costs in Old Bilton generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Old Bilton
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Old Bilton — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
- Fixed braces (metal, ceramic or lingual) — the widest case coverage, and the only NHS-funded route for eligible under-18s.
- Clear aligners — removable, discreet, best suited to mild-to-moderate cases with consistent wear.
- Invisalign — the market-leading aligner brand, with the widest case range among aligner systems.
- Full cost breakdown for every option: costs in Old Bilton.
- NHS eligibility and the referral pathway: NHS orthodontics in Old Bilton.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Old Bilton
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
If NHS eligibility is your priority
Metal fixed braces are the only NHS-funded option, available only to qualifying under-18s via the IOTN scale. NHS provision in Old Bilton is delivered by contracted practices — your GP or dentist can refer you. Expect a waiting list. The clinical outcomes are equivalent to private treatment.
If discretion is your priority
Lingual braces (invisible from front) or clear aligners (virtually invisible) are the options. Lingual braces handle more complex cases but cost more and require specialist fitting. Clear aligners require consistent daily wear. Ceramic braces are a mid-point — much less visible than metal but not hidden.
If budget is your primary concern
For private patients in Old Bilton, metal fixed braces are the most cost-effective starting point (from ~£1,500). Entry-level aligner systems can be competitive for mild cases. Ceramic and lingual braces are premium-priced options.
If case complexity is high
Complex bite corrections, severe crowding or significant tooth rotation are better matched to a fixed brace — metal, ceramic or lingual. Aligners can stretch to moderate complexity but do have real clinical limits, so a specialist assessment matters more the harder the case.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments in Old Bilton
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Bilton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Bilton is Clover House Dental Practice Ltd in Harrogate, about 0.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Chatsworth House Dental Clinic (1.0 miles) and Harrogate Dental & Implant Clinic (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Old Bilton?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Old Bilton, 11 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Bilton?
The nearest practice to Old Bilton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Harrogate Clinic, about 1.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Harrogate Dental Care (1.6 miles) and Purely Dental (2.1 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Old Bilton?
Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What kind of area is Old Bilton?
ONS classifies Old Bilton as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which county covers Old Bilton?
Old Bilton falls within North Yorkshire.
Which towns are close to Old Bilton?
High Harrogate, West Park, Starbeck are within easy reach of Old Bilton.
Is there a treatment suitable for adults?
Every treatment type suits adults with good dental health — aligners, ceramic and lingual braces are especially popular for their discretion. No upper age limit applies, though a gum health check is sensible first.
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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