Orthodontic practices near Rivelin Glen
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Rivelin Glen, 20 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 1.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 2.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 2.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 2.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (120 reviews) |
| SmilelignSheffield | 3.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (43 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rivelin Glen with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sheffield, 1.9 miles east; the next are Nether Edge (2.3 miles east) and Dronfield (5.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | 10 | 1.9 miles east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 2.3 miles east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Rotherham | 7 | 7.4 miles east |
| Beighton | 1 | 8.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rivelin Glen
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 5.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 1.9 miles east |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 2.5 miles east |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 9.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rivelin Glen at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,519 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,327 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Sheffield | 97th closest to an orthodontic practice of 180 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Sheffield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tapton School & Sixth Form — 1.2 miles Notre Dame High School — 1.4 miles Forge Valley School & Sixth Form — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 9,658 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, Sheffield — 2 miles The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 2 miles The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 43 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 Rivelin Glen
Rivelin Glen is 1.9 miles from Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (2.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Rivelin Glen list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Rivelin Glen are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rivelin Glen
Sheffield12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Rivelin Glen
Orthodontist in Rivelin Glen: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Rivelin Glen understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Sheffield and the surrounding area.
What we know about practices near Rivelin Glen
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Rivelin Glen itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, about 2 miles away; The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 2 miles away; and The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 6 miles away.
Rivelin Glen at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Nethergate, around 1 km to the north.
Rivelin Glen in context
Rivelin Glen is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Rivelin Glen falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.1% of Rivelin Glen's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Rivelin Glen, 5.3% of the 1,519 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Sheffield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (10), Rivelin Glen has more choice than 75% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Rivelin Glen are Tapton School & Sixth Form (1.2 miles) and Notre Dame High School (1.4 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Rivelin Glen sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Rivelin Glen is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Keep exploring nearby
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Nethergate, Carsick Hill, Hallam Head, Knowle Top, Lodge Moor, and Park Head.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Rivelin Glen
Many people in Rivelin Glen 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Rivelin Glen
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Rivelin Glen
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Rivelin Glen — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Rivelin Glen
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Rivelin Glen can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Rivelin Glen
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Rivelin Glen — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rivelin Glen. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rivelin Glen
This section helps connect Rivelin Glen, Sheffield to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. This page links onward to Nethergate, Carsick Hill, Hallam Head, Knowle Top, Lodge Moor, and Park Head for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rivelin Glen
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rivelin Glen often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rivelin Glen?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rivelin Glen is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, about 1.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Charles Clifford Dental Hospital (2.3 miles) and The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rivelin Glen?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Rivelin Glen, 20 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rivelin Glen?
The nearest practice to Rivelin Glen that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 2.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include One Smile Dental - Sheffield (2.6 miles) and Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant Centre (3.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rivelin Glen, Sheffield?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Rivelin Glen, Sheffield?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.