Orthodontic practices near Sharlston
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Sharlston, 37 practices within 10 and 127 practices within 20. The closest is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 3.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 3.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 3.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 3.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 4.0 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Sharlston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Low Ackworth, 3.2 miles south-east; the next are Wakefield (3.4 miles west) and Pontefract (4.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Wakefield | 12 | 3.4 miles west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 4.2 miles east |
| Castleford | 1 | 4.6 miles north-east |
| Morley | 2 | 6.6 miles north-west |
| Barnsley | 2 | 6.9 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 Sharlston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 4.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 4.3 miles east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 3.7 miles west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 4.1 miles west |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 3.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Sharlston at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 4,028 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,347 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 28.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 476 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Crofton Academy — 1.2 miles Outwood Academy Freeston — 1.7 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,992 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 3 miles Advance Dental Care, Wakefield — 3 miles Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio, Pontefract — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 37 within 10 miles, 127 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 Sharlston
The nearest practice to Sharlston is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 37 practices, and within 20 there are 127.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Mount Dental Practice (3.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Sharlston 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 Sharlston are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Sharlston
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Orthodontic services in Sharlston
Orthodontist in Sharlston: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Sharlston, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across City and Borough of Wakefield, not just Sharlston. Sharlston — a small town with a population of around 4,028 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice signals around Sharlston
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Sharlston itself. The closest on record are The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 3 miles away; Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 3 miles away; and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio in Pontefract, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Sharlston
Sharlston — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 16.4% of Sharlston's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,347 residents in the neighbourhood around Sharlston, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Sharlston is better served than 88% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Sharlston are Crofton Academy (1.2 miles) and Outwood Academy Freeston (1.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in Sharlston's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Sharlston close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Sharlston is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
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Where Sharlston sits locally
Sharlston has a population of around 4,028, making it a small town within City and Borough of Wakefield. New Sharlston is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Sharlston.
The Orthodontic Journey in Sharlston
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Sharlston
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All Orthodontic Options in Sharlston Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Sharlston
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Areas We Cover Around Sharlston
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Frequently Asked Questions in Sharlston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Sharlston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sharlston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sharlston is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Advance Dental Care (3.4 miles) and Space Dental (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sharlston?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Sharlston, 37 practices within 10 miles and 127 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sharlston?
The nearest practice to Sharlston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Advance Dental Care (3.4 miles) and Space Dental (3.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Sharlston, City and Borough of Wakefield?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Sharlston, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.