Orthodontic practices near Vicarage
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of Vicarage, 105 practices within 10 and 165 practices within 20. The closest is Pentwyn Dental Surgery in West Bromwich, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentwyn Dental SurgeryWest Bromwich | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 3.9 (180 reviews) |
| Hillary Street Dental SurgeryWalsall | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (85 reviews) |
| J S Kainth & Associates Dental PracticeWest Bromwich | 1.9 miles south | – | – | – | 3.3 (52 reviews) |
| Medical - Dent Polski Dentysta BirminghamWest Bromwich | 2.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.3 (342 reviews) |
| Divine DentistryWest Bromwich | 2.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (69 reviews) |
| BRACE STREET HEALTH CENTREWalsall | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTDWalsall | 2.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Vicarage with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is West Bromwich, 0.9 miles south; the next are Walsall (1.7 miles north) and Tipton (2.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| West Bromwich | 5 | 0.9 miles south |
| Walsall | 10 | 1.7 miles north |
| Tipton | 2 | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Willenhall | 4 | 2.9 miles north-west |
| Oldbury | 1 | 3.2 miles south |
| Dudley | 2 | 4.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Vicarage
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North Street Dental in Dudley (4.9 from 229 reviews), 4.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Street DentalDudley | 4.9 (229 reviews) | 4.0 miles south-west |
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| WS4 Dental CareWalsall | 4.9 (79 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-east |
| WS9 DREAM DENTAL - Experts in Dental Implants / Clear Braces / Sedation in Aldridge and Little AstonWalsall | 4.9 (60 reviews) | 5.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Vicarage at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sandwell |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,819 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,301 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 22 practices, more than 92% of towns in England |
| Access within Sandwell | 33rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 60 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 8.7% across neighbourhoods in Sandwell |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wodensborough Ormiston Academy — 0.3 miles Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School — 0.9 miles The Phoenix Collegiate — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 21,217 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 133 schools, 63,015 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pentwyn Dental Surgery, West Bromwich — under a mile Hillary Street Dental Surgery, Walsall — 2 miles Tipton Dental Practice, Tipton — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 105 within 10 miles, 165 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 Vicarage
The nearest practice to Vicarage is Pentwyn Dental Surgery in West Bromwich, 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 105 practices, and within 20 there are 165.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Hillary Street Dental Surgery (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Tipton Dental Practice (2.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Vicarage list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 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 Vicarage are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hillary Street Dental Surgery in Walsall, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Vicarage
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Orthodontist in Vicarage: This page was put together for people in Vicarage who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Vicarage itself or elsewhere in Sandwell.
Local snapshot of Vicarage
The nearest other location we cover is Balls Hill, under 1 km to the north.
Practice signals around Vicarage
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Vicarage itself. The nearest we do hold are Pentwyn Dental Surgery in West Bromwich, under a mile away; Hillary Street Dental Surgery in Walsall, about 2 miles away; and Tipton Dental Practice, about 3 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Balls Hill, Mesty Croft, Black Lake, Oakeswell End, Wednesbury, and Hateley Heath as well as this one.
What official data says about Vicarage
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Vicarage sits within NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.2% of Vicarage's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Vicarage, 6.7% of the 1,819 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8.7% average across Sandwell, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Vicarage has 22 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in England. 23.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Vicarage are served by secondary schools including Wodensborough Ormiston Academy (0.3 miles) and Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School (0.9 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 133 schools and 63,015 pupils in Vicarage's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Vicarage's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Vicarage is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Vicarage
Orthodontic treatment in Vicarage is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Vicarage
- 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 Vicarage
Orthodontic practices in and around Vicarage vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Vicarage's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Vicarage falls under NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board. Vicarage's under-16 share sits at 16.2%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Vicarage, 6.7% of the 1,819 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8.7% average across Sandwell, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Vicarage has more choice than 92% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 23.8% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Vicarage are Wodensborough Ormiston Academy (0.3 miles) and Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School (0.9 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. Vicarage's Local Authority has 133 schools educating 63,015 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Vicarage sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Vicarage is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Vicarage
Patients in Vicarage have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Vicarage offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Vicarage. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Vicarage
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Vicarage, Sandwell within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Balls Hill, Mesty Croft, Black Lake, Oakeswell End, Wednesbury, and Hateley Heath for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Vicarage
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Vicarage often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Vicarage?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Vicarage is Pentwyn Dental Surgery in West Bromwich, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Hillary Street Dental Surgery (1.7 miles) and J S Kainth & Associates Dental Practice (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Vicarage?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of Vicarage, 105 practices within 10 miles and 165 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Vicarage?
The nearest practice to Vicarage that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hillary Street Dental Surgery in Walsall, about 1.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include BRACE STREET HEALTH CENTRE (2.2 miles) and Church Lane Dental Walsall (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Vicarage, Sandwell?
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 Vicarage, Sandwell?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.