Orthodontic practices near DN38
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of DN38; 1 practice within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Blyton Dental Scunthorpe, 9.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blyton Dental ScunthorpeScunthorpe | 9.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Bottesford Dental PracticeScunthorpe | 10.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (317 reviews) |
| Scunthorpe OrthodonticsScunthorpe | 10.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| Campbell Dental HealthScunthorpe | 11.1 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Beverley House DentalSaint Andrews Quay | 11.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (327 reviews) |
| Waltham Dental PracticeWaltham | 12.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (28 reviews) |
| 543 Dental Centre LimitedSaint Andrews Quay | 12.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,202 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULLKingston upon Hull | 12.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DN38 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scunthorpe, 9.4 miles west; the next are Saint Andrews Quay (11.7 miles north) and Waltham (12.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scunthorpe | 4 | 9.4 miles west |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 2 | 11.7 miles north |
| Waltham | 1 | 12.4 miles east |
| Kingston upon Hull | 1 | 12.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DN38
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe (5.0 from 317 reviews), 10.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Dental PracticeScunthorpe | 5.0 (317 reviews) | 10.2 miles west |
| Scunthorpe OrthodonticsScunthorpe | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 10.8 miles west |
| Beverley House DentalSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (327 reviews) | 11.7 miles north |
| Blyton Dental ScunthorpeScunthorpe | 4.8 (53 reviews) | 9.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DN38
From DN38 the nearest practice is Blyton Dental Scunthorpe, 9.4 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Blyton Dental Scunthorpe (9.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around DN38 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DN38 are commissioned by NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, 10.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DN38 to Blyton Dental Scunthorpe is roughly 20 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 240 to 490 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £220 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DN38 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Lindsey |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lincolnshire 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 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,714 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 49 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sir John Nelthorpe School — 4.1 miles The Vale Academy — 4.4 miles Caistor Grammar School — 5.3 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 21.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Blyton Dental Scunthorpe, Scunthorpe — 9 miles Beverley House Dental, Saint Andrews Quay — 12 miles Waltham Dental Practice, Waltham — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DN39, LN7, DN20, DN19, DN18, HU13, DN40, HU4 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the DN38 area
A typical orthodontic search around DN38 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 DN38 is Bigby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DN38
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DN38?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DN38 is Blyton Dental Scunthorpe, about 9.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Bottesford Dental Practice (10.2 miles) and Scunthorpe Orthodontics (10.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DN38?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DN38, 1 practice within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Scunthorpe, 9.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DN38?
The nearest practice to DN38 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, about 10.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Scunthorpe Orthodontics (10.8 miles) and 543 Dental Centre Limited (12.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the DN38 postcode district?
Places in or next to DN38 include Bigby, Melton Ross, Barnetby le Wold, Searby, Owmby, Coskills, Grasby and Howsham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DN38 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bigby, Lincolnshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DN38?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.