Orthodontic practices near Rushey Mead
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Rushey Mead, 39 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (457 reviews) |
| Clearly OrthodonticsLeicester | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (401 reviews) |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (163 reviews) |
| Smile Zone Dental Practice Leicester - Teeth Whitening | Invisalign | Smile Makeover | VeneersLeicester | 1.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (369 reviews) |
| Smile Care Dental ClinicLeicester | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| 44 Dental CareLeicester | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| Aesthetic Smiles Dental SpaLeicester | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,068 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rushey Mead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leicester, 0.8 miles west; the next are Humberstone (1.3 miles south) and Evington (4.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 19 | 0.8 miles west |
| Humberstone | 1 | 1.3 miles south |
| Evington | 2 | 4.2 miles south |
| Wigston Magna | 3 | 4.4 miles south |
| Quorndon | 1 | 5.7 miles north |
| Blaby | 1 | 5.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rushey Mead
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 5.0 (467 reviews) | 7.7 miles north-west |
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 5.7 miles south |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 5.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rushey Mead at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Leicester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,472 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,233 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 24 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Leicester | 14th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in City of Leicester |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Soar Valley College — 0.3 miles Rushey Mead Academy — 0.6 miles Avanti Fields School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 20,280 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 132 schools, 62,040 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester — under a mile Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester, Humberstone — 1 miles Smile Perfections Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Evington — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 73 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 Rushey Mead
The nearest practice to Rushey Mead is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 73.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Windsor Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Glen Dental (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Rushey Mead list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Rushey Mead are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rushey Mead
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Orthodontist in Rushey Mead: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Rushey Mead understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City of Leicester.
Local snapshot of Rushey Mead
Heading south-east for around 1 km brings you to Humberstone, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Rushey Mead
Officially, Rushey Mead is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Rushey Mead sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 16.4% of Rushey Mead's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Rushey Mead, 7.5% of the 1,472 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.5% average across City of Leicester, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Rushey Mead is better served than 93% of towns in England. Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Rushey Mead are served by secondary schools including Soar Valley College (0.3 miles) and Rushey Mead Academy (0.6 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. Rushey Mead's Local Authority area covers 132 schools and 62,040 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Rushey Mead is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rushey Mead is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 36 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
For a broader view, related location pages cover Humberstone, North Evington, Thurmaston, Belgrave, Birstall, and Spinney Hills as well as this one.
Local treatment availability around Rushey Mead
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Rushey Mead itself. The nearest recorded are The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, under a mile away; Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester in Humberstone, about a mile away; and Smile Perfections Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Evington, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Rushey Mead
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Rushey Mead can feel overwhelming at first. 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 Rushey Mead
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 Rushey Mead practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Rushey Mead
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Rushey Mead helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rushey Mead
Practices serving Rushey Mead differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Rushey Mead is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. 16.4% of Rushey Mead's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 1,472 residents in Rushey Mead's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.5% average across City of Leicester. Rushey Mead has 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in England. Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Rushey Mead attend schools such as Soar Valley College (0.3 miles) and Rushey Mead Academy (0.6 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. Rushey Mead's Local Authority has 132 schools educating 62,040 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Rushey Mead close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rushey Mead is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 36 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rushey Mead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rushey Mead
This part of the page places Rushey Mead, City of Leicester in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for Humberstone, North Evington, Thurmaston, Belgrave, Birstall, and Spinney Hills.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rushey Mead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rushey Mead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rushey Mead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rushey Mead is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about 0.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Doncaster Road Dental Practice (1.1 miles) and Clearly Orthodontics (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rushey Mead?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Rushey Mead, 39 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rushey Mead?
The nearest practice to Rushey Mead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about 0.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Doncaster Road Dental Practice (1.1 miles) and Clearly Orthodontics (1.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rushey Mead, City of Leicester?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Rushey Mead, City of Leicester?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.