Orthodontic practices near Outwood
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Outwood, 55 practices within 10 and 116 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, 1.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 1.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 1.6 miles south | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 1.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 1.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 1.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioMorley | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (356 reviews) |
| Orthodontics by JontyWakefield | 2.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Outwood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wakefield, 1.4 miles south; the next are Morley (2.1 miles north-west) and Leeds (4.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield | 11 | 1.4 miles south |
| Morley | 3 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Leeds | 5 | 4.9 miles north |
| Dewsbury | 5 | 5.2 miles west |
| Batley | 4 | 5.4 miles west |
| Middlestown | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Outwood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northgate Dental in Wakefield (5.0 from 185 reviews), 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 1.4 miles south |
| Dr AymanLeeds | 5.0 (60 reviews) | 6.3 miles north |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 2.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Outwood 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,370 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,928 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 52nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Outwood Grange Academy — 0.5 miles Rodillian Academy — 1.4 miles Outwood Academy City Fields — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,603 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 | Smile Design Studio, Wakefield — 1 miles The Dental Studio, Morley — 2 miles TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, Leeds — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 116 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 Outwood
Outwood is 1.4 miles from Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 116.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Tovey Little Dental Centre (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental Rituals (5.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Outwood list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Outwood are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Outwood
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Orthodontist in Outwood: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Outwood keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City and Borough of Wakefield.
Facts about Outwood
The nearest other location we cover is Lofthouse Gate, around 1 km to the north.
Local provider signals in Outwood
There is no orthodontist on our records in Outwood itself. The closest on record are Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, about a mile away; The Dental Studio in Morley, about 2 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Outwood
Outwood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6% of the 1,370 residents in Outwood's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (14), Outwood has more choice than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Outwood attend schools such as Outwood Grange Academy (0.5 miles) and Rodillian Academy (1.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in Outwood's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Outwood sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Outwood is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 7 miles away.
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You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Lofthouse Gate, Newton Hill, Pinders Fields, Lofthouse, Ouzlewell Green, and Eastmoor.
All Orthodontic Options in Outwood Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Outwood
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Outwood
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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Outwood
Not every practice near Outwood offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Outwood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,370 residents in the neighbourhood around Outwood, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Outwood is better served than 83% of towns in England. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Outwood attend schools such as Outwood Grange Academy (0.5 miles) and Rodillian Academy (1.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Outwood's Local Authority area covers 155 schools and 57,141 pupils, according to DfE figures. Outwood sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Outwood is about 7 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Outwood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Outwood
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Outwood, City and Borough of Wakefield within a broader nearby area. You can keep exploring with related pages for Lofthouse Gate, Newton Hill, Pinders Fields, Lofthouse, Ouzlewell Green, and Eastmoor.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Outwood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Outwood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Outwood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Outwood is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, about 1.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Newstead House Dental Clinic (1.6 miles) and Poldent (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Outwood?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Outwood, 55 practices within 10 miles and 116 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Outwood?
The nearest practice to Outwood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, about 1.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Tovey Little Dental Centre (1.7 miles) and Space Dental (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Outwood, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Outwood, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.