Orthodontic practices near Summerfield
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Summerfield, 24 practices within 10 and 116 practices within 20. The closest is Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, 1.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitton Dental SurgeryStourport-on-Severn | 1.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (60 reviews) |
| Mercian House Dental PracticeStourport-on-Severn | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 1.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (846 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 2.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (221 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 7.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouBromsgrove | 7.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 8.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (134 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Summerfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stourport-on-Severn, 1.3 miles south-west; the next are Kidderminster (1.9 miles north) and Bromsgrove (7.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 1.3 miles south-west |
| Kidderminster | 3 | 1.9 miles north |
| Bromsgrove | 5 | 7.7 miles east |
| Stourbridge | 14 | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Worcester | 2 | 10.6 miles south |
| Halesowen | 2 | 10.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Summerfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Morgan Dental Practice in Halesowen (5.0 from 249 reviews), 11.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen | 5.0 (249 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-east |
| Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 5.0 (134 reviews) | 8.0 miles east |
| Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Summerfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wyre Forest |
| 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 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,177 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 766 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 | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Worcestershire | 83rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 512 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Worcestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College — 1.1 miles King Charles I School — 2.4 miles Baxter College — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,638 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Mitton Dental Surgery, Stourport-on-Severn — 1 miles Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre, Kidderminster — 2 miles Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, Bromsgrove — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 116 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 Summerfield
Summerfield is 1.3 miles from Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 116.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (1.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 16 of the practices around Summerfield list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 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 Summerfield are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Summerfield
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Orthodontist in Summerfield: People weighing up braces or aligners in Summerfield can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Worcestershire.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Chadwick, Torton, Hoobrook, Birchen Coppice, Hartlebury, and Spennells.
Where Summerfield sits locally
Torton is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km east of Summerfield.
What official data says about Summerfield
Summerfield's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Summerfield falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. 18.5% of Summerfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Summerfield, 8% of the 2,177 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Summerfield is better served than 60% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Summerfield are served by secondary schools including The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College (1.1 miles) and King Charles I School (2.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Summerfield's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Summerfield is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 18 miles away.
Useful local orthodontic context for Summerfield
There is no orthodontist on our records in Summerfield itself. The nearest we do hold are Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, about a mile away; Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 2 miles away; and Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, about 8 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Summerfield
Many people in Summerfield delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Summerfield
Not every practice near Summerfield offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Summerfield's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Summerfield sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18.5% of Summerfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Summerfield, 8% of the 2,177 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Summerfield has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Summerfield attend schools such as The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College (1.1 miles) and King Charles I School (2.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Summerfield sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Summerfield is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Summerfield
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Summerfield has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Summerfield
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 Summerfield practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Summerfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Summerfield
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Summerfield, Worcestershire, these local links help you keep browsing. Nearby pages covering Chadwick, Torton, Hoobrook, Birchen Coppice, Hartlebury, and Spennells may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Summerfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Summerfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Summerfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Summerfield is Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, about 1.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Mercian House Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Summerfield?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Summerfield, 24 practices within 10 miles and 116 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Summerfield?
The nearest practice to Summerfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 2.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bromsgrove Dental Clinic (7.7 miles) and Orthodontics For You (7.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Summerfield, 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 Summerfield, Worcestershire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.