Orthodontic practices near Woodthorpe
On our practice register: 30 practices within 5 miles of Woodthorpe, 40 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, 0.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (544 reviews) |
| BJS DentalArnold | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 1.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (74 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 2.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (258 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Woodthorpe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arnold, 0.7 miles south-east; the next are Nottingham (0.7 miles south-east) and Hucknall (1.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 5 | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Nottingham | 16 | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Hucknall | 2 | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Gedling | 2 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Basford | 1 | 2.6 miles west |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 3.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Woodthorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gedling Dental - Nottingham (5.0 from 258 reviews), 2.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 5.0 (156 reviews) | 3.6 miles south |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 0.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Woodthorpe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gedling |
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,348 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 29% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,554 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 29 practices, more than 95% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottinghamshire | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Arnold Hill Spencer Academy — 0.7 miles Christ The King Voluntary Academy — 1.0 miles The Wells Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 18,013 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Complete Orthodontics, Arnold — under a mile Westdale Dental, Nottingham — under a mile Arrow Orthodontics Ltd, Hucknall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 81 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | NG5 |
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 Woodthorpe
The nearest practice to Woodthorpe is Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, 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 40 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Westdale Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (2.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Woodthorpe list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Woodthorpe are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Westdale Dental in Nottingham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Woodthorpe
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Orthodontist in Woodthorpe: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Woodthorpe keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Woodthorpe or another part of Nottinghamshire.
Practice signals around Woodthorpe
There is no orthodontist on our records in Woodthorpe itself. The nearest we do hold are Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, under a mile away; Westdale Dental in Nottingham, under a mile away; and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd in Hucknall, about 2 miles away.
Where Woodthorpe sits locally
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Arnold, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Woodthorpe
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Woodthorpe sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 22.4% of Woodthorpe's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.4% of the 1,348 residents in Woodthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. With 29 orthodontic practices within five miles, Woodthorpe is better served than 95% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Woodthorpe are Arnold Hill Spencer Academy (0.7 miles) and Christ The King Voluntary Academy (1.0 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. Woodthorpe falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Woodthorpe is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 31 miles away.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Woodthorpe
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Woodthorpe
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Treatment Options in Woodthorpe — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Woodthorpe. Officially, Woodthorpe is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. 22.4% of Woodthorpe's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.4% of the 1,348 residents in Woodthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (29), Woodthorpe has more choice than 95% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Woodthorpe are served by secondary schools including Arnold Hill Spencer Academy (0.7 miles) and Christ The King Voluntary Academy (1.0 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Woodthorpe sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Woodthorpe is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Woodthorpe itself. The closest on record are Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, under a mile away; Westdale Dental in Nottingham, under a mile away; and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd in Hucknall, about 2 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Woodthorpe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Woodthorpe
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Frequently Asked Questions in Woodthorpe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woodthorpe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woodthorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woodthorpe is Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, about 0.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Westdale Dental (0.7 miles) and Arnold Dental & Implant Centre (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Woodthorpe?
Our register has 30 practices within 5 miles of Woodthorpe, 40 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woodthorpe?
The nearest practice to Woodthorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Westdale Dental in Nottingham, about 0.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Arnold Dental & Implant Centre (1.0 miles) and BJS Dental (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire?
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 Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.