Orthodontic practices near B98
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of B98, 29 practices within 10 and 160 practices within 20. The closest is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, 1.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headless Cross Dental PracticeRedditch | 1.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (52 reviews) |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics LtdRedditch | 2.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (18 reviews) |
| PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Webheath Dental PracticeRedditch | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (69 reviews) |
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (301 reviews) |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (105 reviews) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 6.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B98 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Redditch, 1.6 miles south-west; the next are Astwood Bank (1.9 miles south-west) and Barnt Green (5.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Redditch | 4 | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Barnt Green | 1 | 5.2 miles north-west |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 5.6 miles north |
| Bromsgrove | 1 | 6.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B98
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), 5.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 5.2 miles north-west |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 5.6 miles north |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Headless Cross Dental PracticeRedditch | 4.8 (52 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B98
The nearest practice to B98 is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 160.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clear Braces Solihull (5.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around B98 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 B98 are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away.
B98 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Redditch |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,254 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 33.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,115 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Woodfield Academy — 0.6 miles St Bede's Catholic Middle School — 0.6 miles Ipsley CofE Middle School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 7,425 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch — 2 miles Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 2 miles RESTORE Dental Specialists, Barnt Green — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 160 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B80, B97, B48, B96, B47, B49, B38, B14 |
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 B98
Most B98 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 B98 is Lakeside.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B98
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B98?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B98 is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, about 1.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery (1.9 miles) and Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B98?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of B98, 29 practices within 10 miles and 160 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B98?
The nearest practice to B98 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 1.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS (2.3 miles) and Webheath Dental Practice (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the B98 postcode district?
Places in or next to B98 include Lakeside, Park Farm, Ipsley, Lodge Park, Abbeydale, Beoley, Woodrow and Winyates.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B98 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Lakeside, Worcestershire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near B98 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.