Retainers in Perry Common at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield — 1.3 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Sutton Aesthetic Dentistry, Sutton Coldfield — 2.5 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield — 1.3 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 23.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.5% of 1,635 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 32 within 5 miles, 98 within 10, 178 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 38.7% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,336 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Perry Common listing retainers
On our practice register: 32 practices within 5 miles of Perry Common, 98 practices within 10 and 178 practices within 20. The closest is Birmingham Orthodontics in Sutton Coldfield, 1.3 miles north. The nearest listing retainers is Birmingham Orthodontics, 1.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham OrthodonticsSutton Coldfield | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Sutton Dental & Implant ClinicSutton Coldfield | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (368 reviews) |
| Sutton Aesthetic DentistrySutton Coldfield | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (312 reviews) |
| Scott Arms Dental PracticeWest Bromwich | 2.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (2,538 reviews) |
| Sutton Orthodontic CentreSutton Coldfield | 2.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (69 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Perry Common with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Sutton Coldfield, 1.3 miles north; the next are West Bromwich (2.6 miles west) and Birmingham (4.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Coldfield | 7 | 1.3 miles north |
| West Bromwich | 1 | 2.6 miles west |
| Birmingham | 4 | 4.2 miles south |
| Walsall | 1 | 4.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Perry Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sutton Dental & Implant Clinic in Sutton Coldfield (4.9 from 368 reviews), 2.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Dental & Implant ClinicSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (368 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Sutton Smile SpaSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (363 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 1.7 miles east |
| MiSmile BirminghamBirmingham | 4.8 (487 reviews) | 4.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Perry Common
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles); Sutton Dental & Implant Clinic (2.2 miles) | 13 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Sutton Aesthetic Dentistry, Sutton Coldfield (2.5 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles); Scott Arms Dental Practice (2.6 miles) | 9 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Sutton Aesthetic Dentistry, Sutton Coldfield (2.5 miles) | Sutton Orthodontic Centre (2.7 miles); Sutton Smile Spa (3.1 miles) | 7 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Perry Common is a milestone — but not the end of the process. How diligently you wear retainers is what separates a lasting result from gradual relapse. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Aftercare Services in Perry Common
What's available in Perry Common depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Perry Common as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Perry Common sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 23.4% of Perry Common's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Census 2021 counts 1,635 residents in the neighbourhood around Perry Common, 9.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham. With 32 orthodontic practices within five miles, Perry Common is better served than 96% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.9% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Perry Common attend schools such as E-ACT North Birmingham Academy (0.5 miles) and Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School (0.9 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 501 schools and 210,486 pupils across Perry Common's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Perry Common sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Perry Common is about 4 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. See local practice availability in Perry Common → They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Perry Common typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Professional whitening after braces costs £200–£450 for a take-home kit, and £300–£700 for in-chair treatment. Most practices offer post-orthodontic whitening packages combining tray whitening with retainer review.
The De-bond Appointment
De-bonding uses an instrument that carefully cracks the adhesive bond so brackets lift free without damaging the enamel underneath, then a rotating buff polishes off any leftover adhesive — the whole thing takes 10-20 minutes. Some mild sensitivity afterwards, as enamel that's been under a bracket meets air again, is normal and settles.
Retainers are fitted at the same appointment — the same day. Even a few hours without a retainer after brackets are removed allows teeth to begin shifting. A fixed bonded retainer is placed behind the front teeth and a removable tray retainer is provided before you leave the practice.
Ongoing Check-ups After Treatment
Regular 6-monthly dental check-ups don't stop mattering once treatment ends — your dentist will still check a fixed retainer wire is intact, the gum around it is healthy, a removable retainer still fits, and there's no early sign of teeth moving. Get in touch with your orthodontist promptly if a removable retainer stops fitting easily, a fixed wire looks like it's shifted, or you notice any change in tooth position.
Frequently Asked Questions — Aftercare in Perry Common
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Perry Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Perry Common is Birmingham Orthodontics in Sutton Coldfield, about 1.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Boldmere Dental Practice Ltd (1.3 miles) and Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Perry Common?
Our register has 32 practices within 5 miles of Perry Common, 98 practices within 10 miles and 178 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Perry Common?
The nearest practice to Perry Common that lists retainers is Birmingham Orthodontics in Sutton Coldfield, about 1.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles) and Sutton Dental & Implant Clinic (2.2 miles).
How many families live in Perry Common?
Census data puts 23.4% of Perry Common's population at under 16.
How many pupils are in Perry Common's Local Authority?
There are 501 schools and 210,486 pupils in Perry Common's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Which NHS body covers Perry Common for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near Perry Common?
Gravelly Hill, Banners Gate, Oscott are within easy reach of Perry Common.
What if my teeth shift after braces?
Get in touch with an orthodontist as soon as you spot it — acting early is far cheaper than waiting. A tight retainer might just need replacing; more significant shift can mean a short retreatment course.
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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