Orthodontic practices near B8
On our practice register: 39 practices within 5 miles of B8, 82 practices within 10 and 199 practices within 20. The closest is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, 1.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| SameDay DentistWashwood Heath | 1.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Accessible OrthodonticsAcocks Green | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (407 reviews) |
| Polski Ortodonta BirminghamBirmingham | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Dr Clear Aligners BirminghamBirmingham | 2.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (55 reviews) |
| MiSmile BirminghamBirmingham | 2.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (487 reviews) |
| MiSmile Network UKBirmingham | 2.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (90 reviews) |
| Twelve DentalBirmingham | 2.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (275 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Washwood Heath, 1.0 miles east; the next are Acocks Green (2.0 miles south-east) and Birmingham (2.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath | 2 | 1.0 miles east |
| Acocks Green | 1 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Birmingham | 5 | 2.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Twelve Dental in Birmingham (4.9 from 275 reviews), 2.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Twelve DentalBirmingham | 4.9 (275 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
| SameDay DentistWashwood Heath | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 1.0 miles east |
| MiSmile Network UKBirmingham | 4.9 (90 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
| MiSmile BirminghamBirmingham | 4.8 (487 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B8
The nearest practice to B8 is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 82 practices, and within 20 there are 199.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Accessible Orthodontics (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around B8 list clear aligners, the nearest 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 B8 are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 2 miles away.
B8 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 | 29.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 13,613 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.5% aged 16 to 24 and 34.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 30.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,172 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Rockwood Academy — 0.2 miles Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East — 0.2 miles Saltley Academy — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 34 schools, about 32,316 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 | Fox & Goose Dental Centre, Washwood Heath — 1 miles Accessible Orthodontics, Acocks Green — 2 miles Polski Ortodonta Birmingham, Birmingham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 82 within 10 miles, 199 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B9, B10, B7, B24, B25, B23, B11, B6 |
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 B8
A typical orthodontic search around B8 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 B8 is Little Bromwich.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B8 is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 1.0 miles to the east. The next closest are SameDay Dentist (1.0 miles) and Accessible Orthodontics (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B8?
Our register has 39 practices within 5 miles of B8, 82 practices within 10 miles and 199 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B8?
The nearest practice to B8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 1.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Accessible Orthodontics (2.0 miles) and Polski Ortodonta Birmingham (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the B8 postcode district?
Places in or next to B8 include Little Bromwich, Ward End, Saltley, Alum Rock, Small Heath, Bordesley Green East, Hay Mills and Stechford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Little Bromwich, City and Borough of Birmingham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near B8?
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.