Orthodontic practices near Rufforth
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Rufforth, 19 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, 2.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perfect Smile ClinicUpper Poppleton | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (397 reviews) |
| Jorvik Dental PracticeYork | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| Manor House Dental PracticeYork | 3.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (53 reviews) |
| Clifton Moor Dental Implant CentreYork | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (370 reviews) |
| Blossom Cosmetic ClinicYork | 3.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (252 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeYork | 3.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| Blossom Family Dental CareYork | 4.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (575 reviews) |
| PortmanDentex YorkNether Poppleton | 4.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rufforth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Upper Poppleton, 2.8 miles north-east; the next are York (2.8 miles north-east) and Nether Poppleton (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Poppleton | 1 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| York | 15 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Nether Poppleton | 1 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Wetherby | 2 | 7.9 miles west |
| Knaresborough | 1 | 12.1 miles west |
| Selby | 1 | 12.5 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 Rufforth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham (5.0 from 1,018 reviews), 5.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork | 5.0 (1,018 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 8.2 miles west |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 14.8 miles west |
| Jorvik Dental PracticeYork | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rufforth at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | York |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 633 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,579 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 68 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within City of York | 28th closest to an orthodontic practice of 35 places in the county (the county median is 1.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 5.9% across neighbourhoods in City of York |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | York High School — 2.4 miles Manor Church of England Academy — 2.8 miles All Saints Catholic School York — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,886 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 27,370 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Perfect Smile Clinic, Upper Poppleton — 3 miles Jorvik Dental Practice, York — 3 miles PortmanDentex York, Nether Poppleton — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 55 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 Rufforth
The nearest practice to Rufforth is Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, 2.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Manor House Dental Practice (3.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 23 of the practices around Rufforth list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Rufforth are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rufforth
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Rufforth at a glance
Around 633 people live in Rufforth, which is a small village within City of York. The nearest other location we cover is Hessay, around 2 km to the north.
Local provider signals in Rufforth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Rufforth. The nearest we do hold are Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, about 3 miles away; Jorvik Dental Practice in York, about 3 miles away; and PortmanDentex York in Nether Poppleton, about 4 miles away.
Area profile for Rufforth
Rufforth's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. With just 13.1% of residents under 16, Rufforth skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,579 residents in the neighbourhood around Rufforth, 4.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 5.9% average across City of York. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Rufforth is better served than 87% of towns in England. Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Rufforth attend schools such as York High School (2.4 miles) and Manor Church of England Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Rufforth's Local Authority area covers 70 schools and 27,370 pupils, according to DfE figures. Rufforth's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rufforth is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 18 miles away.
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Rufforth
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Rufforth
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Rufforth
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rufforth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rufforth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rufforth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rufforth is Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, about 2.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Jorvik Dental Practice (2.8 miles) and Manor House Dental Practice (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rufforth?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Rufforth, 19 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rufforth?
The nearest practice to Rufforth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Perfect Smile Clinic in Upper Poppleton, about 2.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Jorvik Dental Practice (2.8 miles) and Blossom Family Dental Care (4.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rufforth, City of York?
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 Rufforth, City of York?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.