Retainers in Smithies at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 7 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Trinity House Orthodontics, Wakefield — 1.3 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 20.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of 1,464 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 5 within 5 miles, 18 within 10, 119 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 26% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,184 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Smithies listing retainers
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Smithies, 18 practices within 10 and 119 practices within 20. The closest is Trinity House Orthodontics in Wakefield, 1.3 miles south-west. The nearest listing retainers is The Mount Dental Practice, 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Orthodontics by JontyWakefield | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWakefield | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 7.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Smithies with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Low Ackworth, 7.0 miles north-east; the next are Wakefield (7.8 miles north) and Pontefract (10.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Wakefield | 6 | 7.8 miles north |
| Pontefract | 2 | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Rotherham | 3 | 10.5 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 Smithies
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northgate Dental in Wakefield (5.0 from 185 reviews), 7.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 7.9 miles north |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 7.8 miles north |
| The Orthodontic Studio by Helix House OrthodonticsRotherham | 4.9 (65 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Smithies
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth (7 miles) | Orthodontics by Jonty (7.8 miles); St Michael's Orthodontics (7.8 miles) | 12 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Trinity House Orthodontics, Wakefield (1.3 miles) | K3 Cosmetic Dental Studio (2.5 miles); Advance Dental Care (5.8 miles) | 15 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Advance Dental Care, Wakefield (5.8 miles) | The Mount Dental Practice (7 miles); Orthodontics by Jonty (7.8 miles) | 8 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Practices across Smithies usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Services in Smithies
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Smithies — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Smithies — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 20.4% of Smithies's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Smithies, 8.1% of the 1,464 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Barnsley, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Smithies is better served than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Smithies attend schools such as Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School (0.8 miles) and Outwood Academy Carlton (1.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Smithies sits among the more deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Smithies is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 13 miles away. See local practice availability in Smithies → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Smithies generally sit between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Smithies can usually provide replacement retainers.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Smithies?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers are clear thermoplastic trays much like aligners, removed for eating and cleaning. They're discreet and comfortable but can warp with heat and typically need replacing every 1–3 years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Smithies now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Smithies
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Smithies can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
After Your Braces Come Off in Smithies
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Smithies. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Ongoing Check-ups After Treatment
Routine 6-monthly dental check-ups remain important after orthodontic treatment. Your dentist will check fixed retainer integrity, gum health around bonded wires, removable retainer fit, and early signs of tooth movement. Contact your orthodontist promptly if: your removable retainer no longer fits easily, a fixed retainer wire appears to have moved, or you notice teeth changing position.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Smithies
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Smithies?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Smithies is Trinity House Orthodontics in Wakefield, about 1.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Barnsley Hospital (1.4 miles) and Mapplewell Dental Centre (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Smithies?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Smithies, 18 practices within 10 miles and 119 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Smithies?
The nearest practice to Smithies that lists retainers is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 7.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Orthodontics by Jonty (7.8 miles) and St Michael's Orthodontics (7.8 miles).
What county is Smithies in?
Smithies falls within Barnsley.
Is Smithies rural or urban?
ONS classifies Smithies as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What towns are near Smithies?
Nearby towns include Monk Bretton, Pogmoor, Barnsley.
Which NHS body covers Smithies for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Smithies falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.
What happens if my fixed retainer breaks?
If a bonded wire debonds from one tooth, get it repaired promptly — teeth can move quickly without the wire holding them. If the wire breaks entirely, treat it as an emergency appointment. Your orthodontist or any orthodontic practice can rebond or replace the wire. Do not leave a broken fixed retainer unaddressed.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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