Orthodontic practices near B42
On our practice register: 47 practices within 5 miles of B42, 100 practices within 10 and 174 practices within 20. The closest is Scott Arms Dental Practice in West Bromwich, 1.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Arms Dental PracticeWest Bromwich | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (2,538 reviews) |
| The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency CenterWalsall | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (397 reviews) |
| Birmingham OrthodonticsSutton Coldfield | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (260 reviews) |
| Great Hampton DentalBirmingham | 3.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| St Paul's Square Dental PracticeBirmingham | 3.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (125 reviews) |
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 3.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (452 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B42 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is West Bromwich, 1.1 miles north-west; the next are Walsall (2.1 miles north-west) and Sutton Coldfield (2.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| West Bromwich | 1 | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Walsall | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Sutton Coldfield | 3 | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Birmingham | 3 | 3.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B42
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), 3.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth & FaceBirmingham | 5.0 (452 reviews) | 3.4 miles south |
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 3.1 miles east |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
| Great Hampton DentalBirmingham | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B42
B42 is 1.1 miles from Scott Arms Dental Practice in West Bromwich, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 100 practices, and within 20 there are 174.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around B42 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around B42 are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Scott Arms Dental Practice in West Bromwich, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 4 miles away.
B42 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 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,588 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 32.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,047 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Arena Academy — 0.5 miles Fortis Academy — 0.9 miles Prince Albert High School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 23 schools, about 24,131 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 | Scott Arms Dental Practice, West Bromwich — 1 miles The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center, Walsall — 2 miles Birmingham Orthodontics, Sutton Coldfield — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 100 within 10 miles, 174 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B20, B43, B44, B19, B6, B21, B99, B18 |
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.
Teeth straightening near B42
Patients in the B42 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 B42 is Queslett.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B42
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B42?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B42 is Scott Arms Dental Practice in West Bromwich, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center (2.1 miles) and Birmingham Orthodontics (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B42?
Our register has 47 practices within 5 miles of B42, 100 practices within 10 miles and 174 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B42?
The nearest practice to B42 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Scott Arms Dental Practice in West Bromwich, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center (2.1 miles) and Birmingham Orthodontics (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the B42 postcode district?
Places in or next to B42 include Queslett, Perry Barr, Great Barr, Birchfield, Old Oscott, Pheasey, Lozells and Hockley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B42 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Queslett, City and Borough of Birmingham, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near B42?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.