Orthodontic practices near DY12
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of DY12, 18 practices within 10 and 101 practices within 20. The closest is Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 3.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (846 reviews) |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 3.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (221 reviews) |
| Mitton Dental SurgeryStourport-on-Severn | 3.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (60 reviews) |
| Mercian House Dental PracticeStourport-on-Severn | 4.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (98 reviews) |
| South Road Dental PracticeStourbridge | 8.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (81 reviews) |
| Blueberry BracesStourbridge | 9.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DY12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kidderminster, 3.1 miles east; the next are Stourport-on-Severn (3.9 miles south-east) and Stourbridge (8.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster | 3 | 3.1 miles east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Stourbridge | 3 | 8.7 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 DY12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster (4.9 from 846 reviews), 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (846 reviews) | 3.1 miles east |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 4.9 (221 reviews) | 3.5 miles east |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
| Mercian House Dental PracticeStourport-on-Severn | 4.9 (95 reviews) | 4.0 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 DY12
DY12 is 3.1 miles from Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 101.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (3.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around DY12 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 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 DY12 are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, 4.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 20 miles away.
DY12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wyre Forest |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,350 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 78 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Bewdley School — 1.4 miles Baxter College — 2.6 miles The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,736 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre, Kidderminster — 3 miles Mitton Dental Surgery, Stourport-on-Severn — 4 miles Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice, Stourbridge — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 101 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DY11, DY13, DY10, DY7, WV15, DY14, WR6, WV16 |
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 DY12
Most DY12 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 DY12 is Dowles.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DY12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DY12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DY12 is Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 3.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic (3.5 miles) and Mitton Dental Surgery (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DY12?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of DY12, 18 practices within 10 miles and 101 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DY12?
The nearest practice to DY12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 4.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice (8.7 miles) and South Road Dental Practice (8.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the DY12 postcode district?
Places in or next to DY12 include Dowles, The Lakes, Bark Hill, Bewdley, Hales Park, Hawthorn Bush, Wribbenhall and Long Bank.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DY12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Dowles, Worcestershire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near DY12?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.