Orthodontic practices near South Cliff
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of South Cliff, 5 practices within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Northway Clinic in Scarborough, 0.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northway ClinicScarborough | 0.4 miles west | – | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (15 reviews) |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.2 (47 reviews) |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| JordentEast Ayton | 5.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Bridlington Dental StudioBridlington | 15.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Perfect 32 Dental PracticeBeverley | 29.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.5 (139 reviews) |
| BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTREBeverley | 29.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South Cliff with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scarborough, 0.4 miles west; the next are East Ayton (5.5 miles south-west) and Bridlington (15.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scarborough | 4 | 0.4 miles west |
| East Ayton | 1 | 5.5 miles south-west |
| Bridlington | 1 | 15.9 miles south-east |
| Beverley | 2 | 29.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of South Cliff
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bridlington Dental Studio (5.0 from 49 reviews), 15.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Dental StudioBridlington | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 15.9 miles south-east |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 4.9 (88 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 3.2 (47 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 2.9 (15 reviews) | 0.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South Cliff at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 8.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,469 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.4% aged 16 to 24 and 39.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 58.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,725 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 2.8% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Scarborough University Technical College — 0.8 miles St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy — 1.2 miles Graham School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 3,488 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Northway Clinic, Scarborough — under a mile Jordent, East Ayton — 6 miles Bridlington Dental Studio, Bridlington — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 6 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 South Cliff
South Cliff has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Northway Clinic in Scarborough is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 6.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crescent Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around South Cliff 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 South Cliff are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Orthodontics in Scarborough, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In South Cliff
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South Cliff at a glance
Scarborough is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of South Cliff.
The local picture in South Cliff
South Cliff is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. With just 8.8% of residents under 16, South Cliff skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,469 residents in the neighbourhood around South Cliff, 2.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, South Cliff is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to South Cliff are Scarborough University Technical College (0.8 miles) and St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy (1.2 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. South Cliff's Local Authority area covers 377 schools and 86,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. South Cliff falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
Continue your local research
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Local treatment availability around South Cliff
No orthodontic practice is recorded in South Cliff. The nearest recorded are Northway Clinic in Scarborough, under a mile away; Jordent in East Ayton, about 6 miles away; and Bridlington Dental Studio, about 16 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in South Cliff
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in South Cliff
Treatment in South Cliff runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in South Cliff
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in South Cliff
Every mainstream option is available to patients in South Cliff — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around South Cliff. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South Cliff
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Frequently Asked Questions in South Cliff
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South Cliff often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South Cliff?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South Cliff is Northway Clinic in Scarborough, about 0.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Smile Orthodontics (0.4 miles) and Crescent Dental Practice (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South Cliff?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of South Cliff, 5 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South Cliff?
The nearest practice to South Cliff that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Orthodontics in Scarborough, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Crescent Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South Cliff, North Yorkshire?
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 South Cliff, North Yorkshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.