Orthodontic practices near Saltley
On our practice register: 40 practices within 5 miles of Saltley, 85 practices within 10 and 196 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham, 1.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Clear Aligners BirminghamBirmingham | 1.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (55 reviews) |
| Polski Ortodonta BirminghamBirmingham | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| SameDay DentistWashwood Heath | 1.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| MiSmile BirminghamBirmingham | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (487 reviews) |
| MiSmile Network UKBirmingham | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (90 reviews) |
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| St Johns Dental PracticeBirmingham | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (116 reviews) |
| Twelve DentalBirmingham | 1.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (275 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Saltley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Birmingham, 1.6 miles west; the next are Washwood Heath (1.7 miles east) and Acocks Green (2.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 15 | 1.6 miles west |
| Washwood Heath | 2 | 1.7 miles east |
| Acocks Green | 7 | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Sutton Coldfield | 3 | 3.5 miles north |
| Smethwick | 1 | 4.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Saltley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth & Face in Birmingham (5.0 from 452 reviews), 2.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 5.0 (452 reviews) | 2.2 miles west |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| RiT Dental Care | Dental Clinic in Birmingham | Implants, Orthodontics and Cosmetic DentistryBirmingham | 5.0 (125 reviews) | 2.0 miles west |
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Saltley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Birmingham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,495 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.4% aged 16 to 24 and 35.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 43% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,096 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 40 practices, more than 98% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Birmingham | 96th closest to an orthodontic practice of 111 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.6% here, against 8.2% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Birmingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Rockwood Academy — 0.6 miles E-ACT Heartlands Academy — 0.7 miles Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 35 schools, about 32,656 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 501 schools, 210,486 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham, Birmingham — 2 miles SameDay Dentist, Washwood Heath — 2 miles Accessible Orthodontics, Acocks Green — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 85 within 10 miles, 196 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 Saltley
The nearest practice to Saltley is Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 85 practices, and within 20 there are 196.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 20 of the practices around Saltley list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Saltley are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Polski Ortodonta Birmingham, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Saltley
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Orthodontic services in Saltley
Orthodontist in Saltley: This page was put together for people in Saltley who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City and Borough of Birmingham.
What official data says about Saltley
Saltley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 24.6% of Saltley's residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Saltley, 10.6% of the 1,495 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Saltley has 40 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in England. 26.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Saltley are served by secondary schools including Rockwood Academy (0.6 miles) and E-ACT Heartlands Academy (0.7 miles). 35 secondary schools are within three miles. Saltley's Local Authority area covers 501 schools and 210,486 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Saltley among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Saltley is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Saltley
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What we know about practices near Saltley
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Saltley. The closest on record are Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham, about 2 miles away; SameDay Dentist in Washwood Heath, about 2 miles away; and Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, about 2 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Saltley
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Saltley
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Saltley
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Saltley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Saltley
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Frequently Asked Questions in Saltley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Saltley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saltley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saltley is Dr Clear Aligners Birmingham, about 1.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Polski Ortodonta Birmingham (1.6 miles) and SameDay Dentist (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Saltley?
Our register has 40 practices within 5 miles of Saltley, 85 practices within 10 miles and 196 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saltley?
The nearest practice to Saltley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Polski Ortodonta Birmingham, about 1.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Fox & Goose Dental Centre (1.8 miles) and St Johns Dental Practice (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Saltley, City and Borough of Birmingham?
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 Saltley, City and Borough of Birmingham?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.