Orthodontic practices near South Retford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of South Retford; 6 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, 7.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bassetlaw HospitalWorksop | 7.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (412 reviews) |
| Bassetlaw DentalWorksop | 7.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (19 reviews) |
| Robinson & AssociatesWorksop | 7.6 miles west | – | – | – | 3.0 (4 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSWorksop | 7.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Trinity House HuddersfieldWorksop | 7.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
| The Forum OrthodonticsBeckingham | 9.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (17 reviews) |
| Doncaster Orthodontics at BJ Julius Dental Surgery - Invisalign, fixed braces and removable bracesAuckley | 11.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Nostell Place Dental PracticeDoncaster | 13.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (12 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South Retford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Worksop, 7.0 miles west; the next are Beckingham (9.1 miles north-east) and Auckley (11.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worksop | 5 | 7.0 miles west |
| Beckingham | 1 | 9.1 miles north-east |
| Auckley | 1 | 11.8 miles north-west |
| Doncaster | 6 | 13.9 miles north-west |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 2 | 14.9 miles south-west |
| Mansfield | 1 | 15.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of South Retford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 14.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 14.9 miles south-west |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 17.4 miles west |
| One 44 Dental LtdRotherham | 5.0 (161 reviews) | 16.0 miles north-west |
| Grin OrthodonticsLincoln | 5.0 (65 reviews) | 17.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South Retford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bassetlaw |
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,560 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 | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,864 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Nottinghamshire | 270th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Retford Oaks Academy — 0.7 miles The Elizabethan Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,310 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bassetlaw Hospital, Worksop — 7 miles The Forum Orthodontics, Beckingham — 9 miles Doncaster Orthodontics at BJ Julius Dental Surgery - Invisalign, fixed braces and removable braces, Auckley — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 40 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 Retford
From South Retford the nearest practice is Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, 7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Trinity House Huddersfield (7.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 11 of the practices around South Retford list clear aligners, the nearest 7.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around South Retford are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Worksop, 7.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from South Retford to Bassetlaw Hospital is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 38.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In South Retford
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Orthodontist in South Retford: Before booking anything in South Retford, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Nottinghamshire.
What local practice data suggests in South Retford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in South Retford itself. The nearest recorded are Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, about 7 miles away; The Forum Orthodontics in Beckingham, about 9 miles away; and Doncaster Orthodontics at BJ Julius Dental Surgery - Invisalign, fixed braces and removable braces in Auckley, about 12 miles away.
Widen your local search
Pages for Balk Field, Retford, West Field, West Retford, Ordsall, and Welham follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
South Retford in context
South Retford is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.6% of South Retford's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around South Retford, 6.3% of the 1,560 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. South Retford has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near South Retford attend schools such as Retford Oaks Academy (0.7 miles) and The Elizabethan Academy (0.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. South Retford falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to South Retford is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
South Retford in numbers
Balk Field is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of South Retford.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in South Retford
The orthodontic landscape in South Retford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in South Retford
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most South Retford practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in South Retford
Starting orthodontic treatment in South Retford can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in South Retford
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in South Retford
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around South Retford. Officially, South Retford is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, South Retford falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. South Retford's under-16 share sits at 15.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around South Retford, 6.3% of the 1,560 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of South Retford; the nearest is about 7 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to South Retford are Retford Oaks Academy (0.7 miles) and The Elizabethan Academy (0.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, South Retford sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to South Retford is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 23 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 South Retford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South Retford
These links help widen your research beyond South Retford, Nottinghamshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Balk Field, Retford, West Field, West Retford, Ordsall, and Welham.
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Frequently Asked Questions in South Retford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South Retford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South Retford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South Retford is Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, about 7.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Bassetlaw Dental (7.2 miles) and Robinson & Associates (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South Retford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of South Retford, 6 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Worksop, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South Retford?
The nearest practice to South Retford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Worksop, about 7.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include Trinity House Huddersfield (7.7 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (15.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South Retford, Nottinghamshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in South Retford, Nottinghamshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.