Orthodontic practices near Walford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Walford; 12 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 6.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 6.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 6.2 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 6.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 7.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 7.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 7.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 7.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Walford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicton, 6.0 miles south; the next are Shrewsbury (6.2 miles south) and Oswestry (9.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicton | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 6.2 miles south |
| Oswestry | 1 | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Wellington | 3 | 14.6 miles south-east |
| Telford | 4 | 15.7 miles east |
| Wrexham | 4 | 18.0 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 Walford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury (5.0 from 131 reviews), 7.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 17.8 miles south-east |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 4.9 (701 reviews) | 19.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Walford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 28.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 158 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Shropshire | 271st closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Corbet School — 1.0 miles The Thomas Adams School — 5.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 691 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 6 miles Shrewsbury Dental Lab, Shrewsbury — 6 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 10 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 | 12 within 10 miles, 25 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 Walford
The nearest practice to Walford is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 6 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 12 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (15.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 20 of the practices around Walford list clear aligners, the nearest 6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Walford are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, 6.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Walford to The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic 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 160 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Walford
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Orthodontist in Walford: People weighing up braces or aligners in Walford can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Shropshire.
Facts about Walford
Just around 1 km north-east, Myddlewood is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Walford
Walford is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. 19.9% of Walford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.2% of the 2,335 residents in Walford's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Walford; the nearest is about 6 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Walford attend schools such as The Corbet School (1.0 miles) and The Thomas Adams School (5.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walford's Local Authority has 182 schools educating 43,684 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Walford sits among the less deprived areas of England.
More local pages to browse
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Myddlewood, Baschurch, Prescott, Old Woods, Weston Lullingfields, and Petton.
What local practice data suggests in Walford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walford itself. The closest on record are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 6 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 6 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Walford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Walford can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Walford — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Walford. Walford is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. 19.9% of Walford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.2% of the 2,335 residents in Walford's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Walford has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Regionally, 22.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Walford are served by secondary schools including The Corbet School (1.0 miles) and The Thomas Adams School (5.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walford's Local Authority has 182 schools educating 43,684 pupils (DfE data). Walford falls in a less deprived area than most of England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walford itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 6 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 6 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 10 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 Walford
Orthodontic treatment in Walford is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Walford
- 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?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Walford — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Walford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Walford
These links help widen your research beyond Walford, Shropshire if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Myddlewood, Baschurch, Prescott, Old Woods, Weston Lullingfields, and Petton follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Walford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Walford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Walford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Walford is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 6.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Shrewsbury Dental Lab (6.2 miles) and The Smile Centre Shrewsbury (6.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Walford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Walford, 12 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bicton, 6.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Walford?
The nearest practice to Walford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, about 6.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Winchester House Dental Practice (6.8 miles) and St Johns Hill Dental (7.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Walford, Shropshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Walford, Shropshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.