Orthodontic practices near Shenmore
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Shenmore; 9 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 6.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 6.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 7.0 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 7.1 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 7.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 7.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 7.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 7.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 7.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shenmore with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 6.9 miles east; the next are Monmouth (17.5 miles south-east) and Great Malvern (24.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 6.9 miles east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 17.5 miles south-east |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 24.0 miles east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 24.8 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 26.8 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 28.2 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 Shenmore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 7.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 7.9 miles east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 7.9 miles east |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.9 (108 reviews) | 17.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shenmore at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,631 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 57 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 190th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingstone High School — 2.0 miles Fairfield High School — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 568 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 7 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 18 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 24 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 10 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 Shenmore
The nearest practice to Shenmore is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 6.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 10.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (24.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Shenmore list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Shenmore are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 6.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Shenmore to St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shenmore
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Orthodontist in Shenmore: Before booking anything in Shenmore, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Shenmore with the wider Herefordshire area.
Shenmore in context
By ONS classification, Shenmore falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Shenmore falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.7% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Shenmore, 6.6% of the 1,631 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Shenmore; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Shenmore are served by secondary schools including Kingstone High School (2.0 miles) and Fairfield High School (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Shenmore's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Shenmore is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shenmore is about 39 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Chilstone, Middle Brampton Farm, Bellamore, Tyberton, Great Brampton, and Lulham if you are weighing up more than one location.
Facts about Shenmore
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Chilstone, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Shenmore
There is no orthodontist on our records in Shenmore itself. The closest on record are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 7 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 18 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 24 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Shenmore
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Shenmore has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Shenmore
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 Shenmore practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shenmore
Starting orthodontic treatment in Shenmore can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Shenmore
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Shenmore 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 Shenmore. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shenmore
This section helps connect Shenmore, Herefordshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Chilstone, Middle Brampton Farm, Bellamore, Tyberton, Great Brampton, and Lulham.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Shenmore
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shenmore often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shenmore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shenmore is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 6.9 miles to the east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (7.0 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shenmore?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Shenmore, 9 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shenmore?
The nearest practice to Shenmore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 6.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (7.2 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (7.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shenmore, Herefordshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shenmore, Herefordshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.