Orthodontic practices near Shepshed
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Shepshed, 17 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough DentistLoughborough | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,503 reviews) |
| Abbots Oak Dental PracticeCoalville | 3.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (259 reviews) |
| Granby House Dental PracticeLoughborough | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (26 reviews) |
| The Dental Suite - LeicesterLoughborough | 3.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
| Ascent Dental Care LoughboroughLoughborough | 3.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (548 reviews) |
| Peacock Dental SpaLoughborough | 3.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Orthodontic SuppliesLoughborough | 3.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.0 (1 review) |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 3.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (214 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shepshed with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Loughborough, 3.1 miles east; the next are Coalville (3.4 miles south-west) and Barrow upon Soar (6.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough | 10 | 3.1 miles east |
| Coalville | 2 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Barrow upon Soar | 1 | 6.0 miles east |
| Quorndon | 1 | 6.3 miles east |
| Long Eaton | 2 | 8.6 miles north |
| Leicester | 9 | 10.0 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 Shepshed
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), 11.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 11.1 miles south-east |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 5.0 (467 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 6.3 miles east |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 3.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shepshed 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 13,505 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,333 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 37.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 881 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% 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 | 129th closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Iveshead School — 0.4 miles De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire — 2.1 miles Charnwood College — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,025 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, Loughborough — 3 miles Abbots Oak Dental Practice, Coalville — 3 miles Soar Valley Dental Practice, Barrow upon Soar — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 123 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 Shepshed
Shepshed is 3.1 miles from Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Dental Suite - Leicester (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Shepshed list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 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 Shepshed are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Granby House Dental Practice in Loughborough, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shepshed
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Orthodontist in Shepshed: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Shepshed understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Leicestershire. Shepshed — a market town with a population of around 13,505 — is covered on this page specifically.
Shepshed in context
Shepshed is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,333 residents in the neighbourhood around Shepshed, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Shepshed has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Shepshed are served by secondary schools including Iveshead School (0.4 miles) and De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire (2.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Shepshed's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shepshed is about 32 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
Local orthodontic signals in Shepshed
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shepshed itself. The nearest we do hold are Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, about 3 miles away; Abbots Oak Dental Practice in Coalville, about 3 miles away; and Soar Valley Dental Practice in Barrow upon Soar, about 6 miles away.
Shepshed at a glance
With a population of roughly 13,505, Shepshed is a market town within Leicestershire. Just around 3 km south-east, Nanpantan is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Oaks in Charnwood, Long Whatton, Hathern, Nanpantan, Thorpe Acre, and Zouch.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Shepshed
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Shepshed has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Shepshed
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shepshed
Many people in Shepshed delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Shepshed
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Shepshed. By ONS classification, Shepshed falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Shepshed. 18.9% of Shepshed's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 2,333 residents in Shepshed's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Shepshed has more choice than 79% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Shepshed are Iveshead School (0.4 miles) and De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire (2.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Shepshed among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Shepshed is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shepshed. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shepshed
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Shepshed, Leicestershire with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Oaks in Charnwood, Long Whatton, Hathern, Nanpantan, Thorpe Acre, and Zouch.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shepshed
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shepshed often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shepshed?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shepshed is Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, about 3.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Abbots Oak Dental Practice (3.4 miles) and Granby House Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shepshed?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Shepshed, 17 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shepshed?
The nearest practice to Shepshed that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Granby House Dental Practice in Loughborough, about 3.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (3.9 miles) and GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTD (3.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shepshed, Leicestershire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shepshed, Leicestershire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.