Costs in Perry Common at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield — 1.3 miles; 29 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield — 1.3 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 32 within 5 miles, 98 within 10, 178 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 12.8% aged 16 to 24 and 31% aged 25 to 49 of 1,635 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within City and Borough of Birmingham | 79th closest to a practice of 111 places in the county; the county median is 1 miles |
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 that list payment plans
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 that mentions finance or monthly payments is Birmingham Orthodontics, 1.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham OrthodonticsSutton Coldfield | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 1.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (260 reviews) |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTSSutton Coldfield | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 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) |
✓ 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 payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Sutton Coldfield, 1.3 miles north; the next are West Bromwich (2.6 miles west) and Streetly (3.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Coldfield | 13 | 1.3 miles north |
| West Bromwich | 1 | 2.6 miles west |
| Streetly | 1 | 3.2 miles north |
| Walsall | 2 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Birmingham | 10 | 3.9 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 Perry Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth & Face in Birmingham (5.0 from 452 reviews), 4.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 5.0 (452 reviews) | 4.2 miles south-west |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-east |
| RiT Dental Care | Dental Clinic in Birmingham | Implants, Orthodontics and Cosmetic DentistryBirmingham | 5.0 (125 reviews) | 4.3 miles south |
| Sutton Dental CareSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (839 reviews) | 2.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Perry Common, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Birmingham Orthodontics, the nearest practice on our register (1.3 miles away, about 1.7 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £15 to £30 | £1,515 to £3,530 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £15 to £30 | £2,015 to £4,530 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £15 to £30 | £4,015 to £8,030 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £15 | £1,510 to £5,515 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £15 | £2,510 to £5,515 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Perry Common
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Sutton Aesthetic Dentistry, Sutton Coldfield (2.5 miles) | Sutton Smile Spa (3.1 miles); Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham (4.2 miles) | 6 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles); Sutton Dental & Implant Clinic (2.2 miles) | 10 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles); MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTS (2 miles) | 12 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Boldmere Dental Practice Ltd (1.3 miles); Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles) | 29 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Nothing But The Tooth (1.7 miles); Sutton Dental & Implant Clinic (2.2 miles) | 20 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield (1.3 miles) | Sutton Aesthetic Dentistry (2.5 miles); Scott Arms Dental Practice (2.6 miles) | 13 |
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.
There is no single price for clear aligners in Perry Common — it depends on several factors. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Perry Common
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Perry Common relates to refinements — the additional trays made after the original series to fine-tune the result. Some providers include unlimited refinements; others charge per additional set. Confirm this in writing before starting.
Retainer costs are frequently underestimated. A fixed bonded retainer (wired behind the front teeth) typically costs £150–£350 per arch to fit; removable Essix retainers cost £80–£150 per arch, and a Vivera set £300–£500. These should be included in a comprehensive treatment fee — ask specifically if they are.
Aligner Costs in Perry Common — Local Context
Practices serving Perry Common differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. In the census neighbourhood around Perry Common, 31% of the 1,635 residents are aged 25 to 49 and 12.8% are aged 16 to 24, the age bands that drive most adult aligner demand. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (32), Perry Common has more choice than 96% of towns in England. Perry Common is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. National deprivation data ranks Perry Common among England's more deprived areas. NHS dental commissioning in Perry Common falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. The nearest university dental hospital to Perry Common is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Perry Common skews family-heavy: 23.4% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. 26.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Perry Common's Local Authority area covers 501 schools and 210,486 pupils, according to DfE figures. See local practice availability in Perry Common → Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. Private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) costs in Perry Common generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Perry Common
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Perry Common falls into these bands:
- Entry-level or clinic-own aligner systems for mild cases: £1,200–£2,200
- Invisalign Lite / short-series brand-name aligners: £2,500–£3,500
- Invisalign Comprehensive / full-arch treatment: £3,500–£5,500
- Complex cases with jaw involvement or surgery-first protocols: £4,500–£7,000+
These are indicative ranges for Perry Common and vary by provider. A personalised quote — ideally after a photo assessment to establish likely case complexity — is the only reliable way to compare costs for your specific situation.
Frequently Asked Questions — Aligner Cost 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.
Which practices near Perry Common offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Perry Common that mentions finance or monthly payment options 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).
Which county covers Perry Common?
Perry Common is in City and Borough of Birmingham.
How many families live in Perry Common?
Around 23.4% of Perry Common's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What kind of area is Perry Common?
By ONS classification, Perry Common falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many schools are in Perry Common's area?
Perry Common's Local Authority has 501 schools educating 210,486 pupils (DfE data).
What is the deposit for clear aligner treatment?
Most providers require a deposit of 10–30% of the total treatment fee to begin. The deposit typically covers the initial clinical records (photos, X-rays, scan or impressions) and the ClinCheck or digital treatment plan. Confirm the deposit terms and refund policy before signing.
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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