Orthodontic practices near Old Whittington
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Old Whittington, 21 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 2.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Aspire DentalChesterfield | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| J P Ward & AssociatesStaveley | 2.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (48 reviews) |
| Smile Care CentreWalton | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (136 reviews) |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
| Crystal Peaks OrthodonticsBeighton | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (13 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Old Whittington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Staveley, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Chesterfield (2.3 miles south) and Walton (3.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Staveley | 2 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 2.3 miles south |
| Walton | 1 | 3.1 miles south |
| Dronfield | 1 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Beighton | 1 | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Sheffield | 10 | 5.7 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 Whittington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 3.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-west |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 10.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Old Whittington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chesterfield |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 33.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 35.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,384 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Derbyshire | 62nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whittington Green School — 0.2 miles Outwood Academy Newbold — 1.4 miles St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,345 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Brimington Dental Practice, Staveley — 1 miles Ferndale House Dental Practice, Chesterfield — 2 miles Smile Care Centre, Walton — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 21 within 10 miles, 45 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 Whittington
The nearest practice to Old Whittington is Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, 1.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 21 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chesterfield Orthodontics (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Old Whittington list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Old Whittington are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Old Whittington
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Orthodontist in Old Whittington: Before booking anything in Old Whittington, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Old Whittington itself or elsewhere in Derbyshire.
Local provider signals in Old Whittington
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Old Whittington. The closest on record are Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about a mile away; Ferndale House Dental Practice in Chesterfield, about 2 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 3 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Newbold Moor, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield, Hundall, Sheepbridge, and Tapton.
Old Whittington in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Old Whittington sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 20.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Old Whittington, 8.4% of the 1,335 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Old Whittington has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% 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 Old Whittington attend schools such as Whittington Green School (0.2 miles) and Outwood Academy Newbold (1.4 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Old Whittington falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Old Whittington is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Old Whittington
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Old Whittington
The orthodontic landscape in Old Whittington offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Old Whittington
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Old Whittington
Many people in Old Whittington delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Old Whittington follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Old Whittington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Old Whittington
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Old Whittington, Derbyshire alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Newbold Moor, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield, Hundall, Sheepbridge, and Tapton follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Old Whittington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Old Whittington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Whittington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Whittington is Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Ferndale House Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Aspire Dental (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Old Whittington?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Old Whittington, 21 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Whittington?
The nearest practice to Old Whittington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 2.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.7 miles) and The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Old Whittington, Derbyshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Old Whittington, Derbyshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.