Orthodontic practices near Summerscales
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Summerscales; 7 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies in Keighley, 6.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic SuppliesKeighley | 6.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| 360 OrthodonticsKeighley | 8.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (22 reviews) |
| Taylored Dental Care KeighleyKeighley | 8.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (197 reviews) |
| The Brace PlaceGlusburn | 8.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Villa Dental & Implant ClinicBingley | 9.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| One Two Three Dental - Dentist in Guiseley, LeedsGuiseley | 9.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (152 reviews) |
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 9.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (692 reviews) |
| NuDentalShipley | 10.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (574 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Summerscales with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Keighley, 6.9 miles south-west; the next are Glusburn (8.7 miles south-west) and Bingley (9.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Keighley | 3 | 6.9 miles south-west |
| Glusburn | 1 | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Bingley | 1 | 9.4 miles south |
| Guiseley | 2 | 9.5 miles south-east |
| Shipley | 5 | 10.7 miles south |
| Saltaire | 4 | 10.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Summerscales
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Guiseley (5.0 from 692 reviews), 9.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 5.0 (692 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-east |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 12.0 miles east |
| Infinity Dental SuiteHarrogate | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 11.2 miles east |
| Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and HarrogateSaltaire | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 11.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Summerscales at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,576 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 395th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ilkley Grammar School — 4.9 miles |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies, Keighley — 7 miles The Brace Place, Glusburn — 9 miles Villa Dental & Implant Clinic, Bingley — 9 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 76 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 Summerscales
The nearest practice to Summerscales is DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies in Keighley, 6.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Brace Place (8.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Summerscales list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 Summerscales are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Brace Place in Glusburn, 8.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Summerscales to DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies 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 5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Summerscales
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Local orthodontic signals in Summerscales
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Summerscales. The nearest we do hold are DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies in Keighley, about 7 miles away; The Brace Place in Glusburn, about 9 miles away; and Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Bingley, about 9 miles away.
Where Summerscales sits locally
Hazlewood is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south-west of Summerscales.
Summerscales in context
Summerscales is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Summerscales sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Summerscales has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Summerscales, 5.6% of the 1,576 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Summerscales usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Summerscales are served by secondary schools including Ilkley Grammar School (4.9 miles). DfE figures put 377 schools and 86,087 pupils across Summerscales's Local Authority. Summerscales sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Summerscales is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Summerscales
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Summerscales
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The Orthodontic Journey in Summerscales
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Areas We Cover Around Summerscales
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Frequently Asked Questions in Summerscales
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Summerscales often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Summerscales?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Summerscales is DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies in Keighley, about 6.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are 360 Orthodontics (8.4 miles) and Taylored Dental Care Keighley (8.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Summerscales?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Summerscales, 7 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Keighley, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Summerscales?
The nearest practice to Summerscales that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Brace Place in Glusburn, about 8.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (9.4 miles) and One Two Three Dental - Dentist in Guiseley, Leeds (9.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Summerscales, North Yorkshire?
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 Summerscales, North Yorkshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.