Orthodontic practices near Shelthorpe
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Shelthorpe, 31 practices within 10 and 118 practices within 20. The closest is Ascent Dental Care Loughborough, 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent Dental Care LoughboroughLoughborough | 0.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (548 reviews) |
| The Dental Suite - LeicesterLoughborough | 0.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (214 reviews) |
| Straight Teeth LoughboroughLoughborough | 0.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTDLoughborough | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 0.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (467 reviews) |
| Granby House Dental PracticeLoughborough | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (26 reviews) |
| Orthodontic SuppliesLoughborough | 0.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shelthorpe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Loughborough, 0.3 miles north-east; the next are Barrow upon Soar (2.6 miles east) and Quorndon (3.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough | 10 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Barrow upon Soar | 1 | 2.6 miles east |
| Quorndon | 1 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Coalville | 2 | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Leicester | 14 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Humberstone | 1 | 9.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shelthorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 9.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 9.1 miles south |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 5.0 (467 reviews) | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shelthorpe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Charnwood |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,574 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.8% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,603 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Leicestershire | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Woodbrook Vale School — 0.8 miles Limehurst Academy — 1.0 miles De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,853 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ascent Dental Care Loughborough, Loughborough — under a mile Soar Valley Dental Practice, Barrow upon Soar — 3 miles Lux Dental Loughborough, Quorndon — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 31 within 10 miles, 118 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | LE11 |
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 Shelthorpe
Shelthorpe has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Ascent Dental Care Loughborough is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 31 practices, and within 20 there are 118.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Dental Suite - Leicester (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Shelthorpe list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Shelthorpe are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shelthorpe
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Orthodontist in Shelthorpe: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Shelthorpe? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It connects local orthodontic research in Shelthorpe with the wider Leicestershire area.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Loughborough, Dishley, Stanford on Soar, Woodhouse, Thorpe Acre, and Nanpantan.
What official data says about Shelthorpe
ONS classifies Shelthorpe as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Shelthorpe sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 21.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.5% of the 1,574 residents in Shelthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Shelthorpe has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Shelthorpe are served by secondary schools including Woodbrook Vale School (0.8 miles) and Limehurst Academy (1.0 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Shelthorpe sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Shelthorpe is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Local provider signals in Shelthorpe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shelthorpe itself. The nearest recorded are Ascent Dental Care Loughborough, under a mile away; Soar Valley Dental Practice in Barrow upon Soar, about 3 miles away; and Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, about 3 miles away.
Facts about Shelthorpe
The nearest other location we cover is Loughborough, around 1 km to the north-east.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Shelthorpe
The orthodontic landscape in Shelthorpe offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Shelthorpe
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Shelthorpe practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shelthorpe
Starting orthodontic treatment in Shelthorpe can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Shelthorpe
Every case in Shelthorpe 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 Shelthorpe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shelthorpe
These links help widen your research beyond Shelthorpe, Leicestershire if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Loughborough, Dishley, Stanford on Soar, Woodhouse, Thorpe Acre, and Nanpantan follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Shelthorpe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shelthorpe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shelthorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shelthorpe is Ascent Dental Care Loughborough, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Suite - Leicester (0.4 miles) and Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shelthorpe?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Shelthorpe, 31 practices within 10 miles and 118 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shelthorpe?
The nearest practice to Shelthorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.6 miles) and Granby House Dental Practice (0.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shelthorpe, Leicestershire?
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 Shelthorpe, Leicestershire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.