Orthodontic practices near Smisby
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Smisby, 20 practices within 10 and 118 practices within 20. The closest is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, 3.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hughes and Owen Dental CareSwadlincote | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (103 reviews) |
| Harmandeep SangheraSwadlincote | 3.2 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (422 reviews) |
| London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant CentreCoalville | 5.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 6.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 6.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| The Practice @ WillingtonRepton | 6.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Smisby with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swadlincote, 3.2 miles west; the next are Coalville (5.9 miles south-east) and Burton upon Trent (6.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swadlincote | 4 | 3.2 miles west |
| Coalville | 2 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 6.2 miles west |
| Repton | 1 | 6.6 miles north-west |
| Derby | 13 | 9.0 miles north |
| Findern | 1 | 9.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Smisby
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville (5.0 from 122 reviews), 5.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant CentreCoalville | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Ascent Dental Care LoughboroughLoughborough | 4.9 (548 reviews) | 11.5 miles east |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 3.3 miles west |
| The Dental Suite - LeicesterLoughborough | 4.9 (376 reviews) | 11.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Smisby at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Derbyshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,503 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 60 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 | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Derbyshire | 258th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivanhoe School — 1.5 miles Ashby School — 1.6 miles Granville Academy — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,431 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hughes and Owen Dental Care, Swadlincote — 3 miles London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre, Coalville — 6 miles Stapenhill Dental Care, Burton upon Trent — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 118 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 Smisby
The nearest practice to Smisby is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, 3.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 118.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dental Perfection - Burton (7.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Smisby 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 Smisby are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Smisby
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Orthodontist in Smisby: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Smisby? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Derbyshire.
Local treatment availability around Smisby
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Smisby itself. The nearest recorded are Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, about 3 miles away; London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville, about 6 miles away; and Stapenhill Dental Care in Burton upon Trent, about 6 miles away.
Smisby in context
Smisby — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Smisby has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.4% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.1% of the 1,503 residents in Smisby's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Smisby has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Smisby are served by secondary schools including Ivanhoe School (1.5 miles) and Ashby School (1.6 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Smisby close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Smisby is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 26 miles away.
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About Smisby
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Smisby
Orthodontic treatment in Smisby is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Smisby
- 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?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Smisby runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Smisby
Patients in Smisby have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Smisby
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 Smisby. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Smisby
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Smisby often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Smisby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Smisby is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, about 3.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Harmandeep Sanghera (3.2 miles) and Alexandra Dental Care (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Smisby?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Smisby, 20 practices within 10 miles and 118 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Smisby?
The nearest practice to Smisby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, about 3.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Alexandra Dental Care (3.3 miles) and Beaufort Dental Health Centre (6.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Smisby, Derbyshire?
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 Smisby, Derbyshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.