Orthodontic practices near Pledwick
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Pledwick, 38 practices within 10 and 130 practices within 20. The closest is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| Orthodontics by JontyWakefield | 2.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 2.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWakefield | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 3.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 3.2 miles north | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pledwick with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wakefield, 0.9 miles north; the next are Barnsley (3.8 miles south) and Middlestown (5.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield | 12 | 0.9 miles north |
| Barnsley | 3 | 3.8 miles south |
| Middlestown | 1 | 5.7 miles west |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 5.8 miles east |
| Morley | 1 | 6.1 miles north |
| Dewsbury | 5 | 6.7 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 Pledwick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 8.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 3.0 miles north |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 3.5 miles north |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 2.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pledwick 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,431 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,709 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 33rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kettlethorpe High School — 0.6 miles St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy — 1.5 miles Trinity Academy Cathedral — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,521 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 | Advance Dental Care, Wakefield — under a mile Mapplewell Dental Centre, Barnsley — 4 miles Thornhill Dental, Middlestown — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 38 within 10 miles, 130 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 Pledwick
The nearest practice to Pledwick is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 130.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Advance Dental Care (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; The Mount Dental Practice (5.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Pledwick 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 Pledwick are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pledwick
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Find orthodontic treatment in Pledwick
Orthodontist in Pledwick: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Pledwick, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City and Borough of Wakefield.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
For a broader view, related location pages cover Newmillerdam, Woolgreaves, Stand Bridge, Chapelthorpe, Hill Top, and Sandal as well as this one.
Local context for Pledwick
Just under 1 km west, Newmillerdam is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Pledwick
Pledwick — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 14.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,431 residents in the neighbourhood around Pledwick, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pledwick is better served than 79% of towns in England. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Pledwick are Kettlethorpe High School (0.6 miles) and St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy (1.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 155 schools and 57,141 pupils across Pledwick's Local Authority. Pledwick falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pledwick is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 12 miles away.
Practice data for Pledwick
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pledwick itself. The closest on record are Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, under a mile away; Mapplewell Dental Centre in Barnsley, about 4 miles away; and Thornhill Dental in Middlestown, about 6 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pledwick
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pledwick has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Pledwick offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
The Orthodontic Journey in Pledwick
Many people in Pledwick 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Pledwick
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Pledwick runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pledwick. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pledwick
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Pledwick, City and Borough of Wakefield with surrounding locations. For a broader comparison, pages for Newmillerdam, Woolgreaves, Stand Bridge, Chapelthorpe, Hill Top, and Sandal follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Pledwick
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pledwick often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pledwick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pledwick is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 0.9 miles to the north. The next closest are Space Dental (2.5 miles) and Orthodontics by Jonty (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pledwick?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Pledwick, 38 practices within 10 miles and 130 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pledwick?
The nearest practice to Pledwick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 0.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Space Dental (2.5 miles) and St Michael's Orthodontics (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pledwick, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pledwick, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.