Orthodontic practices near Shirley
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Shirley, 55 practices within 10 and 197 practices within 20. The closest is Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley, 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solihull Orthodontic CentreShirley | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (8 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouSolihull | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (116 reviews) |
| Perfect Smiles Dental SurgeryShirley | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| Smile More Dental Centre SolihullSolihull | 1.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Sherwood Dental Practice - BirminghamAcocks Green | 1.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (566 reviews) |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 1.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (379 reviews) |
| Beyond Dental CheltenhamSolihull | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (240 reviews) |
| Eternal Smiles Dental CentreSolihull | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (302 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shirley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shirley, 0.7 miles north-east; the next are Solihull (1.2 miles north-east) and Acocks Green (1.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley | 2 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Solihull | 8 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Acocks Green | 8 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Birmingham | 8 | 2.5 miles north-west |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Kings Heath | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shirley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 2.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 2.5 miles north |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 4.9 (379 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Twelve DentalBirmingham | 4.9 (275 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shirley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Solihull |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | 32,000 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,741 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,778 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 | 23 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within Solihull | 7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 2.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Solihull |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Light Hall School — 0.9 miles Alderbrook School — 1.0 miles Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 16 schools, about 19,519 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 41,070 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 197 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 Shirley
Shirley has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 197.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontics For You (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (1.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Shirley 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 Shirley are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shirley
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Orthodontist in Shirley: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Shirley, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Solihull. Shirley — a large town with a population of around 32,000 — is covered on this page specifically.
Where Shirley sits locally
Shirley has a population of around 32,000, making it a large town within Solihull. The nearest other location we cover is Sharmans Cross, under 1 km to the east.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Sharmans Cross, Blossomfield, Hasluck's Green, Kineton Green, Three Maypoles, and Dickens Heath may also help.
The local picture in Shirley
Shirley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.6% of Shirley's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,741 residents in the neighbourhood around Shirley, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Solihull. With 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, Shirley is better served than 93% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Shirley are Light Hall School (0.9 miles) and Alderbrook School (1.0 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 41,070 pupils across Shirley's Local Authority. Shirley falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Shirley is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Useful local orthodontic context for Shirley
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Shirley or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 mention fixed braces; 3 include NHS signals and 3 include private treatment signals; access-related signals include parking from 2, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Perfect Smiles Dental Surgery and Solihull Orthodontic Centre.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shirley
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Shirley helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Sharmans Cross, Blossomfield and Hasluck's Green regularly visit orthodontists in Shirley.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Shirley
- 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 Shirley follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
All Orthodontic Options in Shirley Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Shirley has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Sharmans Cross, Blossomfield and Hasluck's Green regularly visit orthodontists in Shirley.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Shirley
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shirley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shirley
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Shirley, Solihull alone. If you're still deciding, related pages for Sharmans Cross, Blossomfield, Hasluck's Green, Kineton Green, Three Maypoles, and Dickens Heath may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shirley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shirley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shirley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shirley is Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Orthodontics For You (1.2 miles) and Perfect Smiles Dental Surgery (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shirley?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Shirley, 55 practices within 10 miles and 197 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shirley?
The nearest practice to Shirley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Orthodontics For You (1.2 miles) and Perfect Smiles Dental Surgery (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shirley, Solihull?
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 Shirley, Solihull?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.