Retainers in Ravenshead at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 3.7 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Pear Tree Dental, Burton Joyce — 8.8 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 3.7 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,157 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 7 within 5 miles, 30 within 10, 74 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,292 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 Ravenshead listing retainers
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Ravenshead, 30 practices within 10 and 74 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 3.7 miles west. The nearest listing retainers is Kirkby Dental Practice, 3.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 3.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 4.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 7.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 8.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (642 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ravenshead with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Sutton in Ashfield, 3.7 miles west; the next are Mansfield Woodhouse (4.4 miles north) and Hucknall (5.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 1 | 3.7 miles west |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 4.4 miles north |
| Hucknall | 1 | 5.5 miles south |
| Arnold | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Nottingham | 5 | 7.5 miles south |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 8.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ravenshead
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 9.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 9.4 miles south |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 7.5 miles south |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 4.9 (642 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-east |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 9.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Ravenshead
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (3.7 miles) | The Orthodontic Practice (4.4 miles); Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (5.5 miles) | 11 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Pear Tree Dental, Burton Joyce (8.8 miles) | Refine Specialist Dental Care (9.7 miles) | 2 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (3.7 miles) | Market Place Dental Care (4 miles); Shine Dental Care Mansfield (4.6 miles) | 14 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (3.7 miles) | Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (5.5 miles); Smile Studio Walk In Centre (6 miles) | 9 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Any orthodontic practice in Ravenshead can fit, replace or repair them if you need it.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
Modern practice is lifelong retention for removable retainers — daily wear at first, easing to nights only long-term. Stopping entirely, even years later, remains the commonest cause of teeth drifting back.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Replacing and Maintaining Retainers in Ravenshead
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Ravenshead can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Ravenshead
There's no orthodontist on record in Ravenshead itself; the nearest dentist, Ravenshead Dental Practice, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. ONS classifies Ravenshead as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Ravenshead falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.6% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,157 residents in the neighbourhood around Ravenshead, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. Ravenshead has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Ravenshead are The Joseph Whitaker School (2.4 miles) and Outwood Academy Kirkby (3.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Ravenshead among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Ravenshead is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Ravenshead → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Ravenshead 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 Ravenshead can usually provide replacement retainers.
Post-Brace Care in Ravenshead
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Ravenshead, protecting the result begins. The de-bond appointment, retainer fitting, whitening timing and retention habits all decide whether your result lasts. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Protecting Your Result After Treatment in Ravenshead
Two things keep a result stable long-term: a fixed retainer you don't have to think about, and a removable one worn consistently at night. Skipping the removable retainer for even a few weeks is often enough for a tooth to start shifting back.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Ravenshead
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ravenshead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ravenshead is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Hucknall Dental Care (4.0 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ravenshead?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Ravenshead, 30 practices within 10 miles and 74 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Ravenshead?
The nearest practice to Ravenshead that lists retainers is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Practice (4.4 miles) and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (5.5 miles).
Which county covers Ravenshead?
Ravenshead falls within Nottinghamshire.
Is Ravenshead rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Ravenshead falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Ravenshead?
Ravenshead sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Which towns are close to Ravenshead?
Bestwood St Albans, Rainworth, Harlow Wood are within easy reach of Ravenshead.
Do fixed retainers cause tartar build-up?
It can, since a bonded wire makes flossing the lower front teeth harder — a floss threader or interdental brush daily, plus regular hygienist visits, keeps it under control. Most people manage fine once shown the technique.
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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