Orthodontic practices near DE55
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of DE55, 15 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 0.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 0.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 4.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 7.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 8.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (305 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DE55 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Alfreton, 0.9 miles west; the next are Pilsley (4.8 miles north) and Sutton in Ashfield (5.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alfreton | 1 | 0.9 miles west |
| Pilsley | 1 | 4.8 miles north |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 5.2 miles east |
| Heanor | 1 | 6.5 miles south |
| Mansfield | 1 | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 8.1 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 DE55
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Thackeray Dental Care in Sutton in Ashfield (4.9 from 305 reviews), 8.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 4.9 (305 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 4.7 (88 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) | 7.8 miles east |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 4.4 (314 reviews) | 5.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DE55
The nearest practice to DE55 is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 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 15 practices, and within 20 there are 83.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 5 of the practices around DE55 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DE55 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 20 miles away.
DE55 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Amber Valley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 10,395 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 32.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,301 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | David Nieper Academy — 0.8 miles Frederick Gent School — 1.7 miles Swanwick Hall School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,470 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — under a mile Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 5 miles Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 83 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DE5, S45, DE75, S42, NG16, NG17, DE56, S44 |
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 DE55
People searching from DE55 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 DE55 is Acre Ridge Estate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DE55
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DE55?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DE55 is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 0.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Peak Smile Studio (4.8 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DE55?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of DE55, 15 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DE55?
The nearest practice to DE55 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 0.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Kirkby Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (6.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the DE55 postcode district?
Places in or next to DE55 include Acre Ridge Estate, Alfreton, Cotes Park, Westhouses, Leabrooks, Somercotes, Lower Birchwood and Stonebroom.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DE55 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Acre Ridge Estate, Derbyshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near DE55?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Acre Ridge Estate, Derbyshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.