Orthodontic practices near Walford Heath
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Walford Heath, 11 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, 3.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 3.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 4.1 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 5.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 5.2 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 Heath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicton, 3.9 miles south; the next are Shrewsbury (4.1 miles south) and Oswestry (11.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicton | 1 | 3.9 miles south |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 4.1 miles south |
| Oswestry | 1 | 11.2 miles north-west |
| Wellington | 3 | 13.4 miles east |
| Telford | 4 | 14.7 miles east |
| Broseley | 1 | 17.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Walford Heath
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), 5.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 5.7 miles south-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 16.4 miles south-east |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 4.9 (701 reviews) | 18.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Walford Heath 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,324 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 | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 67 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Shropshire | 137th closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Corbet School — 2.1 miles Shrewsbury Academy — 4.8 miles The Priory School — 5.6 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 — 4 miles Shrewsbury Dental Lab, Shrewsbury — 4 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 21 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 Heath
Walford Heath is 3.9 miles from The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (14.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Walford Heath list clear aligners, the nearest 3.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Walford Heath are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, 4.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Walford Heath
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Orthodontist in Walford Heath: This page was put together for people in Walford Heath who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Walford Heath with the wider Shropshire area.
The local picture in Walford Heath
By ONS classification, Walford Heath falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board. 15.8% of Walford Heath's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,324 residents in Walford Heath's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Walford Heath has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. 22.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Walford Heath are served by secondary schools including The Corbet School (2.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Academy (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walford Heath's Local Authority area covers 182 schools and 43,684 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Walford Heath is roughly mid-table for England.
Local context for Walford Heath
Just around 1 km south, Fitz is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Fitz, Old Woods, Yeaton, Forton Heath, Mytton, and Leaton.
Local provider signals in Walford Heath
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walford Heath itself. The closest on record are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 4 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 4 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 11 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Walford Heath Explained
Patients in Walford Heath 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. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Walford Heath — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Walford Heath. Walford Heath 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. Census figures show 15.8% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,324 residents in Walford Heath's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Walford Heath has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Walford Heath are served by secondary schools including The Corbet School (2.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Academy (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walford Heath's Local Authority area covers 182 schools and 43,684 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Walford Heath is roughly mid-table for England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walford Heath itself. The closest on record are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 4 miles away; Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 4 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 11 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Walford Heath
Many people in Walford Heath delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Walford Heath
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Walford Heath. Walford Heath 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. Census data puts 15.8% of Walford Heath's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Walford Heath, 6.7% of the 2,324 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Shropshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Walford Heath is better served than 56% of towns in England. 22.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Walford Heath attend schools such as The Corbet School (2.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Academy (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walford Heath's Local Authority has 182 schools educating 43,684 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Walford Heath is roughly mid-table for England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Walford Heath. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Walford Heath
These local links are here for anyone comparing Walford Heath, Shropshire against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Fitz, Old Woods, Yeaton, Forton Heath, Mytton, and Leaton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Walford Heath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Walford Heath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Walford Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Walford Heath is The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 3.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Shrewsbury Dental Lab (4.1 miles) and The Smile Centre Shrewsbury (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Walford Heath?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Walford Heath, 11 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Walford Heath?
The nearest practice to Walford Heath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, about 4.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Winchester House Dental Practice (4.8 miles) and St Johns Hill Dental (5.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Walford Heath, Shropshire?
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 Walford Heath, Shropshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.