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Orthodontic practices near Scropton

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Scropton, 18 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 2.0 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Orthodontics DerbyMarchington2.0 miles north-west––✓5.0 (1 review)
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent5.7 miles south-east✓–✓4.9 (246 reviews)
Dental Care Burton on TrentBurton upon Trent5.7 miles south-east–––3.9 (338 reviews)
Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent5.8 miles south-east✓✓✓4.5 (91 reviews)
Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent6.2 miles south-east✓✓✓4.8 (666 reviews)
The Practice @ WillingtonRepton6.2 miles east✓–✓4.8 (59 reviews)
Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent6.4 miles south-east✓––3.9 (19 reviews)
Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote6.7 miles south-east✓––4.9 (352 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Scropton with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marchington, 2.0 miles north-west; the next are Burton upon Trent (5.7 miles south-east) and Repton (6.2 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Marchington12.0 miles north-west
Burton upon Trent55.7 miles south-east
Repton16.2 miles east
Swadlincote46.7 miles south-east
Findern17.4 miles east
Derby147.4 miles east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Scropton

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 9.3 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote4.9 (422 reviews)9.3 miles south-east
Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote4.9 (352 reviews)6.7 miles south-east
Ashbourne Road DentalDerby4.9 (346 reviews)9.9 miles north-east
Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent4.9 (246 reviews)5.7 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Scropton at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSouth Derbyshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Population354
Residents under 1614.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,264 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre44 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Derbyshire127th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 28 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsThe de Ferrers Academy — 4.0 miles
John Port Spencer Academy — 4.6 miles
John Taylor Free School — 5.4 miles
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesOrthodontics Derby, Marchington — 2 miles
Burton Smiles Dental Clinic, Burton upon Trent — 6 miles
The Practice @ Willington, Repton — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles18 within 10 miles, 66 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistBupa Dental Care — 1 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 Scropton

Scropton is 2 miles from Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 66.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orthodontics Derby (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Scropton list clear aligners, the nearest 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 Scropton are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Burton Smiles Dental Clinic in Burton upon Trent, 5.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 28 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Scropton

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Explore braces and aligners in Scropton

Orthodontist in Scropton: This page was put together for people in Scropton who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Derbyshire. Scropton — a small village with a population of around 354 — is covered on this page specifically.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

You can continue browsing related location pages including Heathtop, Tutbury, Fauld, Church Broughton, Hanbury, and Coton in the Clay if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

Scropton in context

Scropton is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Scropton, 6.8% of the 2,264 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Scropton are served by secondary schools including The de Ferrers Academy (4.0 miles) and John Port Spencer Academy (4.6 miles). Scropton sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Scropton is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Scropton at a glance

With a population of roughly 354, Scropton is a small village within Derbyshire. The nearest other location we cover is Tutbury, around 2 km to the south-east.

What local practice data suggests in Scropton

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Scropton. The closest on record are Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 2 miles away; Burton Smiles Dental Clinic in Burton upon Trent, about 6 miles away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 6 miles away.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Scropton

Many people in Scropton 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Scropton

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Scropton

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Scropton — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Scropton

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Scropton can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Scropton

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Scropton — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scropton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Scropton

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scropton often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scropton?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scropton is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 2.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Burton Smiles Dental Clinic (5.7 miles) and Dental Care Burton on Trent (5.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Scropton?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Scropton, 18 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scropton?

The nearest practice to Scropton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Burton Smiles Dental Clinic in Burton upon Trent, about 5.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Modwena Orthodontics (5.8 miles) and Dental Perfection - Burton (6.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scropton, Derbyshire?

For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scropton, Derbyshire?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleScropton, Derbyshire Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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