Orthodontic practices near Southcrest
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Southcrest, 18 practices within 10 and 158 practices within 20. The closest is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headless Cross Dental PracticeRedditch | 0.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (52 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics LtdRedditch | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (18 reviews) |
| PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Webheath Dental PracticeRedditch | 0.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (69 reviews) |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 4.5 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (301 reviews) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 4.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 5.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Southcrest with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Redditch, 0.6 miles south; the next are Astwood Bank (1.3 miles south) and Barnt Green (4.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Redditch | 4 | 0.6 miles south |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 1.3 miles south |
| Barnt Green | 1 | 4.5 miles north |
| Bromsgrove | 5 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 6.5 miles north-east |
| Hopwood | 1 | 6.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Southcrest
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green (5.0 from 301 reviews), 4.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 4.5 miles north |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 5.0 (134 reviews) | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-east |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 4.9 (379 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Southcrest at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Redditch |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,404 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,809 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Worcestershire | 29th closest to an orthodontic practice of 512 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Worcestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Birchensale Middle School — 0.7 miles Walkwood Church of England Middle School — 0.8 miles Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 7,425 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch — under a mile Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 1 miles RESTORE Dental Specialists, Barnt Green — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 158 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | B97 |
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 Southcrest
The nearest practice to Southcrest is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 158.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: New Road Dental (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (10.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Southcrest list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Southcrest are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS in Redditch, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Southcrest
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Orthodontist in Southcrest: Before booking anything in Southcrest, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Southcrest itself or elsewhere in Worcestershire.
A quick look at Southcrest
Just around 1 km north, Enfield is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The local picture in Southcrest
By ONS classification, Southcrest falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Southcrest sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 13.7% of Southcrest's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Southcrest, 6.4% of the 1,404 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Southcrest is better served than 66% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Southcrest attend schools such as Birchensale Middle School (0.7 miles) and Walkwood Church of England Middle School (0.8 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Southcrest sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Southcrest is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away.
Continue your local research
Pages for Enfield, Redditch, Batchley, Headless Cross, Lodge Park, and Webheath follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Practice data for Southcrest
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Southcrest itself. The nearest we do hold are Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, under a mile away; Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about a mile away; and RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Southcrest
Patients in Southcrest have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Southcrest — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Southcrest. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Southcrest sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Southcrest has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Southcrest, 6.4% of the 1,404 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Southcrest has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Southcrest attend schools such as Birchensale Middle School (0.7 miles) and Walkwood Church of England Middle School (0.8 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Southcrest close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Southcrest is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Southcrest. The closest on record are Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, under a mile away; Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about a mile away; and RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Southcrest
Starting orthodontic treatment in Southcrest can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Southcrest
- 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?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Southcrest
Orthodontic practices in and around Southcrest vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Southcrest — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Southcrest has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,404 residents in Southcrest's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Southcrest is better served than 66% of towns in England. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Southcrest are served by secondary schools including Birchensale Middle School (0.7 miles) and Walkwood Church of England Middle School (0.8 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Southcrest is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Southcrest is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 13 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 Southcrest. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Southcrest
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Southcrest, Worcestershire within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Enfield, Redditch, Batchley, Headless Cross, Lodge Park, and Webheath.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Southcrest
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Southcrest often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Southcrest?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Southcrest is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd (0.7 miles) and PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Southcrest?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Southcrest, 18 practices within 10 miles and 158 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Southcrest?
The nearest practice to Southcrest that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS in Redditch, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Webheath Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Southcrest, Worcestershire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Southcrest, Worcestershire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.