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Orthodontic practices near Old Swinford

On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Old Swinford, 62 practices within 10 and 157 practices within 20. The closest is Redhill Dental Clinic in Stourbridge, 0.1 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Redhill Dental ClinicStourbridge0.1 miles north–––4.4 (35 reviews)
Just OrthodonticsStourbridge0.4 miles east✓✓✓4.9 (75 reviews)
Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge0.4 miles west✓✓✓5.0 (198 reviews)
Holcroft Dental Practice - Dr Ari KapnisisStourbridge0.5 miles east–––5.0 (41 reviews)
South Road Dental PracticeStourbridge0.6 miles west✓✓✓4.4 (81 reviews)
Stourcote Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge0.7 miles north-west✓✓✓4.8 (216 reviews)
Blueberry BracesStourbridge1.0 miles north-west––––
Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge1.0 miles north-west–✓✓4.9 (370 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Old Swinford with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stourbridge, 0.1 miles north; the next are Brierley Hill (2.8 miles north-east) and Cradley Heath (2.8 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Stourbridge140.1 miles north
Brierley Hill12.8 miles north-east
Cradley Heath12.8 miles north-east
Halesowen43.8 miles east
Rowley Regis24.5 miles north-east
Dudley24.8 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 Old Swinford

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Morgan Dental Practice in Halesowen (5.0 from 249 reviews), 3.8 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen5.0 (249 reviews)3.8 miles east
Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge5.0 (198 reviews)0.4 miles west
Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge5.0 (66 reviews)1.4 miles north-east
Holcroft Dental Practice - Dr Ari KapnisisStourbridge5.0 (41 reviews)0.5 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Old Swinford at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDudley
NHS dental servicesNHS Black Country Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1617.6% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,477 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally10.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally11% aged 16 to 24 and 30.5% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car21.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre4,810 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health20.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles24 practices, more than 93% of towns in England
Access within Dudley2nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 67 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county10.6% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Dudley
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 10 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsOld Swinford Hospital — 0.2 miles
Redhill School — 0.3 miles
The Pedmore High School — 0.6 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles9 schools, about 8,632 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area114 schools, 48,386 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay23.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesRedhill Dental Clinic, Stourbridge — under a mile
Finesse Cosmetic Dentists, Brierley Hill — 3 miles
Dental Care Hereford, Cradley Heath — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles62 within 10 miles, 157 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 Old Swinford

Old Swinford has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Redhill Dental Clinic in Stourbridge is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 62 practices, and within 20 there are 157.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Just Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Old Swinford list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Old Swinford are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Just Orthodontics in Stourbridge, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 10 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Old Swinford

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Orthodontic treatment options in Old Swinford

Orthodontist in Old Swinford: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Old Swinford. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Old Swinford itself or elsewhere in Dudley.

Local snapshot of Old Swinford

The nearest other location we cover is Stourbridge, around 1 km to the north.

Local provider signals in Old Swinford

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Old Swinford. The closest on record are Redhill Dental Clinic in Stourbridge, under a mile away; Finesse Cosmetic Dentists in Brierley Hill, about 3 miles away; and Dental Care Hereford in Cradley Heath, about 3 miles away.

The local picture in Old Swinford

Old Swinford is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.6% of Old Swinford's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.6% of the 1,477 residents in Old Swinford's census neighbourhood, above the 7.5% average across Dudley. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (24), Old Swinford has more choice than 93% of towns in England. Regionally, 23.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Old Swinford are served by secondary schools including Old Swinford Hospital (0.2 miles) and Redhill School (0.3 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 114 schools and 48,386 pupils in Old Swinford's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Old Swinford is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Old Swinford is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 10 miles away.

Compare nearby areas

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Stourbridge, Amblecote, Pedmore, Stambermill, Hagley, and Lye.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Old Swinford

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Old Swinford helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Old Swinford

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Old Swinford. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Old Swinford sits within NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.6% of Old Swinford's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.6% of the 1,477 residents in Old Swinford's census neighbourhood, above the 7.5% average across Dudley. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Old Swinford is better served than 93% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 23.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Old Swinford attend schools such as Old Swinford Hospital (0.2 miles) and Redhill School (0.3 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 114 schools and 48,386 pupils in Old Swinford's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Old Swinford is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Old Swinford is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Old Swinford

Patients in Old Swinford have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Old Swinford

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Old Swinford — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Old Swinford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Old Swinford

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Old Swinford often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Swinford?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Swinford is Redhill Dental Clinic in Stourbridge, about 0.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Just Orthodontics (0.4 miles) and Worcester Street Dental Practice (0.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Old Swinford?

Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Old Swinford, 62 practices within 10 miles and 157 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Swinford?

The nearest practice to Old Swinford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Just Orthodontics in Stourbridge, about 0.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Worcester Street Dental Practice (0.4 miles) and South Road Dental Practice (0.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Old Swinford, Dudley?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Old Swinford, Dudley?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleOld Swinford, Dudley Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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