Retainers in Ravensdale at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | The Orthodontic Practice, Mansfield Woodhouse — 1 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 9.9 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Shine Dental Care Mansfield, Mansfield Woodhouse — under a mile; 3 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 24.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.9% of 1,598 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 6 within 5 miles, 9 within 10, 70 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 29.7% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,386 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 Ravensdale listing retainers
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Ravensdale, 9 practices within 10 and 70 practices within 20. The closest is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse, 0.4 miles north. The nearest listing retainers is The Orthodontic Practice, 1.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 9.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 9.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 10.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ravensdale with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Mansfield Woodhouse, 1.0 miles west; the next are Sutton in Ashfield (4.7 miles south-west) and Hucknall (9.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 1.0 miles west |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 1 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Hucknall | 1 | 9.7 miles south |
| Alfreton | 1 | 9.9 miles west |
| Arnold | 1 | 10.1 miles south |
| Nottingham | 1 | 11.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ravensdale
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 12.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 12.1 miles north-west |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 11.7 miles south |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 4.8 (106 reviews) | 10.1 miles south |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 4.7 (88 reviews) | 1.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Ravensdale
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | The Orthodontic Practice, Mansfield Woodhouse (1 miles) | Kirkby Dental Practice (4.7 miles); Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (9.7 miles) | 7 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton (9.9 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Shine Dental Care Mansfield, Mansfield Woodhouse (under a mile) | Market Place Dental Care (1.2 miles); Kirkby Dental Practice (4.7 miles) | 13 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (4.7 miles) | Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (9.7 miles); Smile Studio Walk In Centre (10.1 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.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Practices across Ravensdale usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Ravensdale
Removable Essix retainers typically last one to three years before wear, warping or cracking calls for replacement, at roughly £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers are tougher and can last five to ten years; fixed wires last for years but can debond from a single tooth.
If you lose or break a retainer, contact an orthodontist in Ravensdale promptly — most can make a replacement Essix within a few days from a scan. In the meantime, wear your old one if it still fits: even a damaged retainer beats none.
Retainer Services in Ravensdale
Practices serving Ravensdale differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Ravensdale is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. 24.9% of Ravensdale's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Ravensdale, 8.9% of the 1,598 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ravensdale is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Ravensdale attend schools such as Sherwood Church Academy (0.2 miles) and The Brunts Academy (0.8 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Ravensdale's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ravensdale is about 21 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. See local practice availability in Ravensdale → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Ravensdale generally sit between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Ravensdale can usually provide replacement retainers.
Types of Retainer Available in Ravensdale
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Ravensdale now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Post-Brace Care in Ravensdale
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for.
Aftercare Services in Ravensdale
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Ravensdale. ONS classifies Ravensdale as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Ravensdale sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Ravensdale skews family-heavy: 24.9% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,598 residents in the neighbourhood around Ravensdale, 8.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ravensdale is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Ravensdale are Sherwood Church Academy (0.2 miles) and The Brunts Academy (0.8 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Ravensdale falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ravensdale is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 21 miles away. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Ravensdale
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ravensdale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ravensdale is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.0 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ravensdale?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Ravensdale, 9 practices within 10 miles and 70 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Ravensdale?
The nearest practice to Ravensdale that lists retainers is The Orthodontic Practice in Mansfield Woodhouse, about 1.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include Kirkby Dental Practice (4.7 miles) and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (9.7 miles).
Is Ravensdale a family area?
Census data puts 24.9% of Ravensdale's population at under 16.
Which county covers Ravensdale?
Ravensdale falls within Nottinghamshire.
How deprived is Ravensdale compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Ravensdale is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What kind of area is Ravensdale?
ONS classifies Ravensdale as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Essix replacements typically run £80-£150 per arch, Hawley retainers £150-£250 but last longer, and rebonding a fixed wire is usually £50-£150. Prices vary by practice, so it's worth getting a quote locally.
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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