Orthodontic practices near Upperby
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Upperby, 8 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is York Place Dental in Carlisle, 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 0.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (200 reviews) |
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (65 reviews) |
| S & J Crown & Bridge limited.Carlisle | 1.6 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (35 reviews) |
| Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle | 2.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
| Cumberland InfirmaryCarlisle | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.6 (370 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upperby with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carlisle, 0.6 miles north; the next are Gretna (10.4 miles north-west) and Annan (15.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carlisle | 8 | 0.6 miles north |
| Gretna | 1 | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Annan | 3 | 15.7 miles north-west |
| Penrith | 1 | 16.1 miles south-east |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 22.8 miles south-west |
| Lockerbie | 2 | 24.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upperby
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York Place Dental in Carlisle (5.0 from 200 reviews), 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 5.0 (200 reviews) | 0.6 miles north |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 4.9 (312 reviews) | 16.1 miles south-east |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upperby at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cumberland |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria 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 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,213 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 35.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,265 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Cumbria | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 852 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.3% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cumbria |
| Nearest secondary schools | St John Henry Newman Catholic School — 0.1 miles Richard Rose Central Academy — 1.8 miles Trinity School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,344 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 177 schools, 39,502 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | York Place Dental, Carlisle — under a mile GRETNA DENTAL PRACTICE, Gretna — 10 miles 18/20 CHURCH STREET, Annan — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 13 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 Upperby
Upperby has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: York Place Dental in Carlisle is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: York Place Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Upperby 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 Upperby are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, 1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upperby
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Orthodontist in Upperby: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Upperby. It connects local orthodontic research in Upperby with the wider Cumbria area.
Local provider signals in Upperby
There is no orthodontist on our records in Upperby itself. The closest on record are York Place Dental in Carlisle, under a mile away; GRETNA DENTAL PRACTICE, about 10 miles away; and 18/20 CHURCH STREET in Annan, about 16 miles away.
Upperby in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Upperby sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 18.8% of Upperby's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,213 residents in the neighbourhood around Upperby, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cumbria. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Upperby has more choice than 69% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Upperby are served by secondary schools including St John Henry Newman Catholic School (0.1 miles) and Richard Rose Central Academy (1.8 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Upperby's Local Authority has 177 schools educating 39,502 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Upperby among England's more deprived areas.
Facts about Upperby
Just around 1 km north-east, Harraby is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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Orthodontic Treatments in Upperby
Patients in Upperby have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Upperby — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Upperby — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Upperby — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Upperby's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,213 residents in the neighbourhood around Upperby, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cumbria. Upperby has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Upperby attend schools such as St John Henry Newman Catholic School (0.1 miles) and Richard Rose Central Academy (1.8 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Upperby's Local Authority area covers 177 schools and 39,502 pupils, according to DfE figures. Upperby falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upperby. The nearest recorded are York Place Dental in Carlisle, under a mile away; GRETNA DENTAL PRACTICE, about 10 miles away; and 18/20 CHURCH STREET in Annan, about 16 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 Upperby
Orthodontic treatment in Upperby is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Upperby — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upperby. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upperby
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upperby often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upperby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upperby is York Place Dental in Carlisle, about 0.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Eden Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and S & J Crown & Bridge limited. (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upperby?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Upperby, 8 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upperby?
The nearest practice to Upperby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 1.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Lismore House Dental Practice (1.7 miles) and Spedding Dental Clinic (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upperby, Cumbria?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upperby, Cumbria?
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.