Orthodontic practices near B29
On our practice register: 36 practices within 5 miles of B29, 96 practices within 10 and 186 practices within 20. The closest is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, 1.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 1.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| BPI DentalBartley Green | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (536 reviews) |
| Harborne Dental PracticeBartley Green | 2.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (311 reviews) |
| All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (472 reviews) |
| HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SIGNATURE ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MR P L MASON - ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B29 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Smethwick, 1.6 miles north; the next are Bartley Green (1.7 miles north-west) and Kings Heath (2.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Smethwick | 1 | 1.6 miles north |
| Bartley Green | 2 | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Kings Heath | 1 | 2.3 miles east |
| Birmingham | 4 | 2.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B29
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick (4.9 from 357 reviews), 1.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 1.6 miles north |
| BPI DentalBartley Green | 4.8 (536 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Harborne Dental PracticeBartley Green | 4.8 (311 reviews) | 2.1 miles north |
| All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath | 4.6 (472 reviews) | 2.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B29
The nearest practice to B29 is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 96 practices, and within 20 there are 186.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Signature Orthodontics (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around B29 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles 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 B29 are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 4 miles away.
B29 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 7.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,799 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 31% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,869 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The University of Birmingham School — 0.1 miles Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School — 0.7 miles Bournville School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 23,336 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 | Signature Orthodontics, Smethwick — 2 miles BPI Dental, Bartley Green — 2 miles HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD, Birmingham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 96 within 10 miles, 186 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B30, B17, B15, B31, B38, B16, B32, B1 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in B29
Patients in the B29 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for B29 is Selly Oak.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B29
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B29?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B29 is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 1.6 miles to the north. The next closest are BPI Dental (1.7 miles) and Harborne Dental Practice (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B29?
Our register has 36 practices within 5 miles of B29, 96 practices within 10 miles and 186 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B29?
The nearest practice to B29 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 1.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include BPI Dental (1.7 miles) and All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the B29 postcode district?
Places in or next to B29 include Selly Oak, Griffin's Hill, Lodge Hill, Bournbrook, Cotteridge, Weoley Castle, Harborne and Selly Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B29 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Selly Oak, City and Borough of Birmingham, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.