Orthodontic practices near DE6
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of DE6; 3 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 7.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontics DerbyMarchington | 7.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern | 9.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 9.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 10.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 10.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 10.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby | 10.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (452 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 10.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DE6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marchington, 7.7 miles south; the next are Findern (9.3 miles south-east) and Derby (9.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Marchington | 1 | 7.7 miles south |
| Findern | 1 | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Derby | 6 | 9.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DE6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby (4.9 from 346 reviews), 10.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 10.4 miles south-east |
| No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern | 4.9 (139 reviews) | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Bridge Dental and Implant ClinicDerby | 4.8 (452 reviews) | 10.7 miles south-east |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 4.8 (128 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DE6
From DE6 the nearest practice is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 7.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 42.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontics Derby (7.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around DE6 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.7 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 DE6 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, 9.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 28 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DE6 to Orthodontics Derby is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DE6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derbyshire Dales |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,979 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 | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 85 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School — 2.2 miles Ryecroft CofE Middle School — 5.7 miles The JCB Academy — 5.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,276 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontics Derby, Marchington — 8 miles NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST, Derby — 9 miles No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 42 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DE65, ST14, DE13, DE3, DE14, DE4, DE15, DE22 |
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 DE6
Most DE6 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DE6 is Wyaston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DE6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DE6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DE6 is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 7.7 miles to the south. The next closest are No1 The Orthodontic Specialists (9.3 miles) and NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DE6?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DE6, 3 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Marchington, 7.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DE6?
The nearest practice to DE6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 9.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ashbourne Road Dental (10.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the DE6 postcode district?
Places in or next to DE6 include Wyaston, Osmaston, Edlaston, Hales Green, Yeaveley, Rodsley, Alkmonton and Yeldersley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DE6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Wyaston, Derbyshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near DE6?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.