Orthodontic practices near B38
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of B38, 78 practices within 10 and 198 practices within 20. The closest is HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| House of DentalHopwood | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (558 reviews) |
| All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (472 reviews) |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 3.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (105 reviews) |
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 3.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (301 reviews) |
| Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, BromsgroveAcocks Green | 4.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (550 reviews) |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Perfect Smiles Dental SurgeryShirley | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B38 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Birmingham, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Hopwood (1.1 miles west) and Kings Heath (2.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 1 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Hopwood | 1 | 1.1 miles west |
| Kings Heath | 1 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Barnt Green | 1 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Acocks Green | 1 | 4.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B38
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green (5.0 from 301 reviews), 3.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, BromsgroveAcocks Green | 4.8 (550 reviews) | 4.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B38
The nearest practice to B38 is HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, 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 78 practices, and within 20 there are 198.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: House of Dental (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around B38 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 B38 are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 6 miles away.
B38 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 | 23.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,742 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 32% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 30.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,119 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ark Kings Academy — 0.2 miles St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School — 0.8 miles King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 16,297 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 | HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD, Birmingham — under a mile House of Dental, Hopwood — 1 miles All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham, Kings Heath — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 78 within 10 miles, 198 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B30, B31, B29, B48, B14, B47, B17, B15 |
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 B38
People searching from B38 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for B38 is Hawkesley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B38
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B38?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B38 is HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are House of Dental (1.1 miles) and All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B38?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of B38, 78 practices within 10 miles and 198 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B38?
The nearest practice to B38 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include House of Dental (1.1 miles) and All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the B38 postcode district?
Places in or next to B38 include Hawkesley, Kings Norton, Cotteridge, Forhill, Bournville, Lifford, Turves Green and West Heath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B38 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hawkesley, City and Borough of Birmingham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near B38?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.