Orthodontic practices near Waterthorpe
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Waterthorpe, 30 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Crystal Peaks Orthodontics in Beighton, 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Peaks OrthodonticsBeighton | 0.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (13 reviews) |
| CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRESheffield | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| J P Ward & AssociatesStaveley | 4.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (48 reviews) |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 4.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (463 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICERotherham | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Brimington Dental PracticeStaveley | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (170 reviews) |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.5 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (207 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Waterthorpe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Beighton, 0.9 miles north; the next are Sheffield (0.9 miles north) and Staveley (4.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beighton | 1 | 0.9 miles north |
| Sheffield | 10 | 0.9 miles north |
| Staveley | 2 | 4.4 miles south |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 4.7 miles north |
| Rotherham | 7 | 5.2 miles north |
| Dronfield | 1 | 5.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Waterthorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 5.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 5.9 miles west |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-west |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 6.1 miles north-west |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 5.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Waterthorpe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,184 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 33.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,913 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Sheffield | 38th closest to an orthodontic practice of 180 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Sheffield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Westfield School — 1.0 miles The Birley Academy — 1.7 miles Eckington School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,678 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crystal Peaks Orthodontics, Beighton — under a mile CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Sheffield — under a mile J P Ward & Associates, Staveley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | S20 |
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 Waterthorpe
Waterthorpe has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Crystal Peaks Orthodontics in Beighton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (5.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Chesterfield Orthodontics (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Waterthorpe list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Waterthorpe are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Sheffield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Waterthorpe
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Orthodontist in Waterthorpe: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Waterthorpe. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Sheffield.
What we know about practices near Waterthorpe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Waterthorpe itself. The closest on record are Crystal Peaks Orthodontics in Beighton, under a mile away; CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Sheffield, under a mile away; and J P Ward & Associates in Staveley, about 4 miles away.
Area profile for Waterthorpe
Officially, Waterthorpe is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Waterthorpe sits within NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 19.9% of Waterthorpe's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Waterthorpe, 7.5% of the 2,184 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Sheffield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Waterthorpe has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. 26.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Waterthorpe are served by secondary schools including Westfield School (1.0 miles) and The Birley Academy (1.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Waterthorpe sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Waterthorpe is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Owlthorpe, Mosbrough, Drakehouse, Hackenthorpe, Sothall, and Beighton can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local snapshot of Waterthorpe
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Owlthorpe, the closest linked location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Waterthorpe
Orthodontic treatment in Waterthorpe 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Waterthorpe
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Waterthorpe. Waterthorpe is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Waterthorpe falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Waterthorpe's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 2,184 residents in Waterthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 7% average across Sheffield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Waterthorpe has more choice than 56% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Waterthorpe are served by secondary schools including Westfield School (1.0 miles) and The Birley Academy (1.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Waterthorpe sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Waterthorpe is about 6 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Waterthorpe
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Waterthorpe has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Waterthorpe
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 Waterthorpe practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Waterthorpe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Waterthorpe
This part of the page places Waterthorpe, Sheffield in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Other local pages worth browsing include Owlthorpe, Mosbrough, Drakehouse, Hackenthorpe, Sothall, and Beighton.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Waterthorpe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Waterthorpe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Waterthorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Waterthorpe is Crystal Peaks Orthodontics in Beighton, about 0.9 miles to the north. The next closest are CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.9 miles) and J P Ward & Associates (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Waterthorpe?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Waterthorpe, 30 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Waterthorpe?
The nearest practice to Waterthorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Sheffield, about 0.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Space Dental (4.7 miles) and ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (5.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Waterthorpe, Sheffield?
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 Waterthorpe, Sheffield?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.