Orthodontic practices near Uppertown
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Uppertown, 9 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 4.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 4.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Smile Care CentreWalton | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (136 reviews) |
| Aspire DentalChesterfield | 5.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 7.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 7.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 8.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Uppertown with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pilsley, 4.4 miles east; the next are Walton (5.0 miles north-east) and Chesterfield (5.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pilsley | 1 | 4.4 miles east |
| Walton | 1 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield | 3 | 5.3 miles north-east |
| Staveley | 2 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 8.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Uppertown
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), 14.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 14.1 miles north |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Uppertown at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North East Derbyshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,960 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 51 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Derbyshire | 342nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highfields School — 2.4 miles Brookfield Community School — 4.1 miles Tupton Hall School — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,298 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 4 miles Smile Care Centre, Walton — 5 miles Aspire Dental, Chesterfield — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 62 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 Uppertown
The nearest practice to Uppertown is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 4.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 62.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Uppertown list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Uppertown are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 5.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Uppertown
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Pages for Stone Edge, Kelstedge, Spancarr, Spitewinter, Ashover, and Lumsdale follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local orthodontic signals in Uppertown
There is no orthodontist on our records in Uppertown itself. The nearest recorded are Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 4 miles away; Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 5 miles away; and Aspire Dental in Chesterfield, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Uppertown
Uppertown is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Uppertown falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Uppertown skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Uppertown, 5.1% of the 1,960 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Uppertown are served by secondary schools including Highfields School (2.4 miles) and Brookfield Community School (4.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Uppertown sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Uppertown is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Where Uppertown sits locally
Just around 2 km north-east, Spancarr is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Uppertown
Many people in Uppertown delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Uppertown
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Uppertown — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Uppertown
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Uppertown has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Uppertown
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Uppertown. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Uppertown
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Uppertown, Derbyshire within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Stone Edge, Kelstedge, Spancarr, Spitewinter, Ashover, and Lumsdale.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Uppertown
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Uppertown often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Uppertown?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Uppertown is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 4.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Smile Care Centre (5.0 miles) and Aspire Dental (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Uppertown?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Uppertown, 9 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Uppertown?
The nearest practice to Uppertown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 5.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Refine Specialist Dental Care (7.7 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (12.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Uppertown, Derbyshire?
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 Uppertown, Derbyshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.