Orthodontic practices near Wakefield
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Wakefield, 50 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau Road in Wakefield, 0.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 0.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 0.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 0.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 0.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Orthodontics by JontyWakefield | 0.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wakefield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wakefield, 0.1 miles north; the next are Morley (3.5 miles north-west) and Middlestown (5.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield | 11 | 0.1 miles north |
| Morley | 3 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Middlestown | 1 | 5.2 miles west |
| Dewsbury | 5 | 5.3 miles west |
| Batley | 4 | 5.6 miles west |
| Barnsley | 1 | 6.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wakefield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 7.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 7.7 miles east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 0.2 miles north |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 0.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wakefield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 109,766 |
| Residents under 16 | 8.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,213 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 1.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 43.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 63.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,365 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 1st closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 1.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Trinity Academy Cathedral — 0.9 miles Outwood Academy City Fields — 1.2 miles St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,304 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 12 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 50 within 10 miles, 123 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | WF1 |
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 Wakefield
Wakefield has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau Road in Wakefield is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 50 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Tovey Little Dental Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; The Mount Dental Practice (6.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Wakefield list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Wakefield are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Space Dental in Wakefield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wakefield
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Orthodontist in Wakefield: This page was put together for people in Wakefield who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City and Borough of Wakefield. Wakefield — a city with a population of around 109,766 — is covered on this page specifically.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Pages for Brooks Bank, Clayton Hill, Fall Ings, Thornes, Borough Corner, and New Scarborough follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Area profile for Wakefield
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Wakefield sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 8.6% of Wakefield's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Wakefield, 1.6% of the 1,213 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Wakefield is better served than 79% of towns in England. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Wakefield attend schools such as Trinity Academy Cathedral (0.9 miles) and Outwood Academy City Fields (1.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 155 schools and 57,141 pupils across Wakefield's Local Authority. Wakefield's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Wakefield is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
About Wakefield
Around 109,766 people live in Wakefield, which is a city within City and Borough of Wakefield. The nearest other location we cover is Brooks Bank, under 1 km to the west.
Local provider signals in Wakefield
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 12 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Wakefield or nearby searches; 10 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 7 mention fixed braces; 9 include NHS signals and 13 include private treatment signals; 4 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 4, wheelchair access from 4, and evening or weekend availability from 7. Nearby practice records include Advance Dental Care, Newstead House Dental Clinic, Northgate Dental, Orthodontics by Jonty, and Poldent. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as Doncaster and Leeds.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wakefield
Patients in Wakefield have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Brooks Bank, Clayton Hill and Fall Ings regularly visit orthodontists in Wakefield.
How to Choose in Wakefield
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 Wakefield practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Wakefield
Orthodontic treatment in Wakefield 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. People from Brooks Bank, Clayton Hill and Fall Ings regularly visit orthodontists in Wakefield.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wakefield
12 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Wakefield. Wakefield — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Wakefield has a smaller share of children than most areas — 8.6% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 1.6% of the 1,213 residents in Wakefield's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Wakefield has more choice than 79% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Wakefield are served by secondary schools including Trinity Academy Cathedral (0.9 miles) and Outwood Academy City Fields (1.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 155 schools and 57,141 pupils in Wakefield's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Wakefield's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wakefield is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 9 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Brooks Bank, Clayton Hill, and Fall Ings regularly make use of Wakefield's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wakefield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wakefield
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Wakefield, City and Borough of Wakefield within a broader nearby area. Other local pages worth browsing include Brooks Bank, Clayton Hill, Fall Ings, Thornes, Borough Corner, and New Scarborough.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wakefield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wakefield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wakefield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wakefield is Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau Road in Wakefield, about 0.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Northgate Dental (0.2 miles) and Space Dental (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wakefield?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Wakefield, 50 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wakefield?
The nearest practice to Wakefield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Space Dental in Wakefield, about 0.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Tovey Little Dental Centre (0.4 miles) and Smile Design Studio (0.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wakefield, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wakefield, City and Borough of Wakefield?
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.