Orthodontic practices near Scalford
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Scalford, 5 practices within 10 and 85 practices within 20. The closest is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvoir Clinical Dental LaboratoryMelton Mowbray | 2.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (15 reviews) |
| Damira Abingdon Dental PracticeMelton Mowbray | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (103 reviews) |
| MELTON ORTHODONTICSMelton Mowbray | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| High Street Dental CareMelton Mowbray | 3.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (250 reviews) |
| Melton Orthodontics Specialist PracticeMelton Mowbray | 3.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (74 reviews) |
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 11.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (231 reviews) |
| The Maltings Dental PracticeGrantham | 11.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (245 reviews) |
| Dental Health & Implant Centre GranthamGrantham | 11.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scalford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Melton Mowbray, 2.9 miles south; the next are Grantham (11.3 miles north-east) and Barrow upon Soar (12.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Melton Mowbray | 5 | 2.9 miles south |
| Grantham | 4 | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Barrow upon Soar | 1 | 12.3 miles west |
| Ruddington | 1 | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Nottingham | 6 | 12.6 miles north-west |
| Quorndon | 1 | 12.7 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 Scalford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon (5.0 from 277 reviews), 12.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 12.7 miles south-west |
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-west |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 14.0 miles west |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 5.0 (156 reviews) | 14.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scalford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Melton |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,795 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 59 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Leicestershire | 115th closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Ferneley College — 2.0 miles Long Field Spencer Academy — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,170 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory, Melton Mowbray — 3 miles Elegant Smiles Grantham, Grantham — 11 miles Soar Valley Dental Practice, Barrow upon Soar — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 85 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 Scalford
The nearest practice to Scalford is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 85.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (11.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Scalford list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 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 Scalford are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MELTON ORTHODONTICS in Melton Mowbray, 3.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scalford
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Orthodontist in Scalford: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Scalford. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Scalford or another part of Leicestershire.
What local practice data suggests in Scalford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Scalford itself. The nearest recorded are Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 3 miles away; Elegant Smiles Grantham, about 11 miles away; and Soar Valley Dental Practice in Barrow upon Soar, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Scalford
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Scalford sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.7% of Scalford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.1% of the 1,795 residents in Scalford's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Scalford has more choice than 60% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Scalford are John Ferneley College (2.0 miles) and Long Field Spencer Academy (3.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Scalford among England's less deprived areas.
About Scalford
Wycomb is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north-east of Scalford.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Wycomb, Goadby Marwood, Holwell, Chadwell, Eastwell, and Melton Mowbray.
Orthodontic Treatments in Scalford
Patients in Scalford have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Scalford
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Scalford — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Scalford
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Scalford helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Scalford follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scalford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scalford
This section helps connect Scalford, Leicestershire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Wycomb, Goadby Marwood, Holwell, Chadwell, Eastwell, and Melton Mowbray.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scalford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scalford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scalford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scalford is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Damira Abingdon Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and MELTON ORTHODONTICS (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scalford?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Scalford, 5 practices within 10 miles and 85 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scalford?
The nearest practice to Scalford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MELTON ORTHODONTICS in Melton Mowbray, about 3.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Elegant Smiles Grantham (11.3 miles) and The Maltings Dental Practice (11.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scalford, Leicestershire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scalford, Leicestershire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.