Orthodontic practices near Scriven
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Scriven, 11 practices within 10 and 79 practices within 20. The closest is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 0.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purely DentalKnaresborough | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (133 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental CareHarrogate | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (405 reviews) |
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 2.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (416 reviews) |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental & Implant ClinicHarrogate | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (30 reviews) |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsHarrogate | 3.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 3.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scriven with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Knaresborough, 0.4 miles south; the next are Harrogate (2.2 miles south-west) and Wetherby (6.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough | 1 | 0.4 miles south |
| Harrogate | 8 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Wetherby | 2 | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Chapel Allerton | 1 | 12.3 miles south |
| Leeds | 4 | 13.5 miles south |
| Horsforth | 3 | 13.6 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 Scriven
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Guiseley (5.0 from 692 reviews), 14.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 5.0 (692 reviews) | 14.1 miles south-west |
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 13.5 miles south |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scriven at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,983 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 645 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.2% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King James's School — 1.1 miles Harrogate High School — 2.5 miles St John Fisher Catholic Academy — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,133 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Purely Dental, Knaresborough — under a mile Harrogate Dental Care, Harrogate — 2 miles Wetherby Orthodontics, Wetherby — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 79 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 Scriven
Scriven has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Purely Dental in Knaresborough is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 79.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Purely Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Smile Provide Clear Aligners (14.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Scriven 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 Scriven are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scriven
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Orthodontist in Scriven: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Scriven keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across North Yorkshire and the surrounding area.
More local pages to browse
Related pages for New Scriven, Knaresborough, Tentergate, Lingerfield, Forest Moor, and Thistle Hill are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Area profile for Scriven
ONS classifies Scriven as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Scriven falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.7% of Scriven's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.2% of the 2,983 residents in Scriven's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Scriven is better served than 72% of towns in England. 25.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Scriven are King James's School (1.1 miles) and Harrogate High School (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Scriven's Local Authority area covers 377 schools and 86,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Scriven among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Scriven is about 15 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
Local orthodontic signals in Scriven
There is no orthodontist on our records in Scriven itself. The closest on record are Purely Dental in Knaresborough, under a mile away; Harrogate Dental Care, about 2 miles away; and Wetherby Orthodontics, about 7 miles away.
Scriven in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is New Scriven, under 1 km to the north.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Scriven
Many people in Scriven delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Scriven
Every case in Scriven follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Scriven
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Scriven can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Scriven
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scriven. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scriven
These links help widen your research beyond Scriven, North Yorkshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can keep exploring with related pages for New Scriven, Knaresborough, Tentergate, Lingerfield, Forest Moor, and Thistle Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scriven
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scriven often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scriven?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scriven is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Harrogate Dental Care (2.2 miles) and Clover House Dental Practice Ltd (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scriven?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Scriven, 11 practices within 10 miles and 79 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scriven?
The nearest practice to Scriven that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 0.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Harrogate Dental Care (2.2 miles) and The Harrogate Clinic (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scriven, North Yorkshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scriven, North Yorkshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.