Orthodontic practices near Ward End
On our practice register: 37 practices within 5 miles of Ward End, 80 practices within 10 and 198 practices within 20. The closest is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 0.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| SameDay DentistWashwood Heath | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Accessible OrthodonticsAcocks Green | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (407 reviews) |
| Castle Dental CareCastle Vale | 2.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (158 reviews) |
| Polski Ortodonta BirminghamBirmingham | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Dr Clear Aligners BirminghamBirmingham | 2.8 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (55 reviews) |
| MiSmile BirminghamBirmingham | 3.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (487 reviews) |
| MiSmile Network UKBirmingham | 3.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (90 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ward End with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Washwood Heath, 0.5 miles east; the next are Acocks Green (1.7 miles south-east) and Castle Vale (2.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath | 2 | 0.5 miles east |
| Acocks Green | 8 | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 2.4 miles north-east |
| Birmingham | 13 | 2.7 miles west |
| Sutton Coldfield | 4 | 3.2 miles north |
| Shirley | 1 | 4.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ward End
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth & Face in Birmingham (5.0 from 452 reviews), 3.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 5.0 (452 reviews) | 3.5 miles west |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| RiT Dental Care | Dental Clinic in Birmingham | Implants, Orthodontics and Cosmetic DentistryBirmingham | 5.0 (125 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ward End at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Birmingham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | 30% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,195 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 15.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,286 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 37 practices, more than 97% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Birmingham | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 111 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 12.4% here, against 8.2% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Birmingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Washwood Heath Academy — 0.3 miles Saltley Academy — 0.4 miles Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 31 schools, about 30,486 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 501 schools, 210,486 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fox & Goose Dental Centre, Washwood Heath — under a mile Accessible Orthodontics, Acocks Green — 2 miles Castle Dental Care, Castle Vale — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 80 within 10 miles, 198 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 Ward End
The nearest practice to Ward End is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, 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 80 practices, and within 20 there are 198.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Accessible Orthodontics (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (4.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Ward End 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 Ward End are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ward End
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Orthodontic care near Ward End
Orthodontist in Ward End: This page was put together for people in Ward End who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Ward End itself or elsewhere in City and Borough of Birmingham.
Local orthodontic signals in Ward End
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ward End itself. The nearest we do hold are Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, under a mile away; Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, about 2 miles away; and Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 2 miles away.
Local snapshot of Ward End
Just under 1 km east, Alum Rock is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Ward End
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Ward End sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 30% of Ward End's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Ward End, 12.4% of the 2,195 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (37), Ward End has more choice than 97% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Ward End attend schools such as Washwood Heath Academy (0.3 miles) and Saltley Academy (0.4 miles). 31 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 501 schools and 210,486 pupils across Ward End's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Ward End sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ward End is about 3 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
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Orthodontic Treatments in Ward End
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ward End
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The Orthodontic Journey in Ward End
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ward End can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Ward End follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ward End. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ward End
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Ward End, City and Borough of Birmingham. Related nearby location pages such as Alum Rock, Washwood Heath, Little Bromwich, Bordesley Green East, Bromford, and Hodgehill can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ward End
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ward End often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ward End?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ward End is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 0.5 miles to the east. The next closest are SameDay Dentist (0.5 miles) and Accessible Orthodontics (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ward End?
Our register has 37 practices within 5 miles of Ward End, 80 practices within 10 miles and 198 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ward End?
The nearest practice to Ward End that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 0.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Accessible Orthodontics (1.7 miles) and Castle Dental Care (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ward End, City and Borough of Birmingham?
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 Ward End, City and Borough of Birmingham?
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.