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Orthodontic practices near Ragnall

On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ragnall; 20 practices within 20. The closest is West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, 10.5 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
West Parade Dental CareLincoln10.5 miles east✓✓✓4.8 (418 reviews)
Newland Dental CareLincoln10.6 miles east✓–✓4.6 (249 reviews)
Lincoln Dental And Implant StudioLincoln10.7 miles east–––4.8 (181 reviews)
TrollDental UK LtdLincoln10.7 miles east––✓–
Grin OrthodonticsLincoln10.8 miles east–✓✓5.0 (65 reviews)
Treeline Dental Care Lincoln - InvisalignLincoln10.8 miles east✓✓✓4.1 (531 reviews)
The Forum OrthodonticsBeckingham11.2 miles north–✓✓5.0 (17 reviews)
Lincoln OrthodonticsLincoln11.9 miles east✓✓✓5.0 (581 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Ragnall with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lincoln, 10.5 miles east; the next are Beckingham (11.2 miles north) and Newark on Trent (11.9 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Lincoln710.5 miles east
Beckingham111.2 miles north
Newark on Trent111.9 miles south
Worksop513.6 miles west
Mansfield Woodhouse216.8 miles south-west
Mansfield117.7 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 Ragnall

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 16.8 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse5.0 (615 reviews)16.8 miles south-west
Lincoln OrthodonticsLincoln5.0 (581 reviews)11.9 miles east
Grin OrthodonticsLincoln5.0 (65 reviews)10.8 miles east
Bassetlaw DentalWorksop5.0 (19 reviews)13.6 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Ragnall at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBassetlaw
NHS dental servicesNHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1612% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,266 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre38 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Nottinghamshire318th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county5.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 30 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsTuxford Academy — 3.6 miles
5-year-olds with visible decay19.9% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesWest Parade Dental Care, Lincoln — 10 miles
The Forum Orthodontics, Beckingham — 11 miles
Kirkgate Dental Surgery, Newark on Trent — 12 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles0 within 10 miles, 20 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistCarholme Dental Practice — 10 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 Ragnall

From Ragnall the nearest practice is West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, 10.5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 20 practices are within 20 miles.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Grin Orthodontics (10.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Lincoln Orthodontics (11.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ragnall list clear aligners, the nearest 10.5 miles away.

For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Ragnall are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, 10.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ragnall to West Parade Dental Care is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 270 to 550 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £250 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 270 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ragnall

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Orthodontic services in Ragnall

Orthodontist in Ragnall: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Ragnall? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Nottinghamshire.

Nearby location pages

Related pages for Fledborough, Laneham, Low Marnham, High Marnham, North Clifton, and Dunham are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

Useful local orthodontic context for Ragnall

There is no orthodontist on our records in Ragnall itself. The closest on record are West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, about 10 miles away; The Forum Orthodontics in Beckingham, about 11 miles away; and Kirkgate Dental Surgery in Newark on Trent, about 12 miles away.

Ragnall in context

By ONS classification, Ragnall falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Ragnall's under-16 share, 12%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.5% of the 1,266 residents in Ragnall's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ragnall; the nearest is about 11 miles away. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Ragnall attend schools such as Tuxford Academy (3.6 miles). National deprivation data puts Ragnall close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ragnall is about 30 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.

Facts about Ragnall

The nearest other location we cover is Fledborough, around 1 km to the south.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ragnall

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ragnall has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

How to Choose in Ragnall

The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Ragnall practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

The Orthodontic Journey in Ragnall

Orthodontic treatment in Ragnall is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Ragnall

Every case in Ragnall 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 Ragnall. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Ragnall

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ragnall often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ragnall?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ragnall is West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, about 10.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Newland Dental Care (10.6 miles) and Lincoln Dental And Implant Studio (10.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ragnall?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ragnall, 0 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lincoln, 10.5 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ragnall?

The nearest practice to Ragnall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Parade Dental Care in Lincoln, about 10.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Newland Dental Care (10.6 miles) and Treeline Dental Care Lincoln - Invisalign (10.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ragnall, Nottinghamshire?

The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ragnall, Nottinghamshire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleRagnall, Nottinghamshire Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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