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Orthodontic Treatment In The DY6 Postcode Area

This page focuses on orthodontic options for the DY6 postcode district and the Wordsley, Dudley area around it. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. A short photo assessment gives you an early steer before committing to an appointment.

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Orthodontic practices near DY6

On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of DY6, 60 practices within 10 and 160 practices within 20. The closest is Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, 2.0 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Stourbridge Dental & Implant ClinicStourbridge2.0 miles south✓–✓4.8 (254 reviews)
Richmond House Dental PracticeStourbridge2.0 miles south✓––4.6 (77 reviews)
Corbett Outpatient CentreStourbridge2.4 miles south–––4.2 (181 reviews)
BLACK COUNTRY ORTHODONTICSStourbridge2.4 miles south✓–––
Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge2.6 miles south✓✓✓4.4 (98 reviews)
Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge2.6 miles south–✓✓4.9 (370 reviews)
Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge2.7 miles south-east–––5.0 (66 reviews)
Blueberry BracesStourbridge2.7 miles south––––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DY6

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic Dentist in Stourbridge (5.0 from 66 reviews), 2.7 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge5.0 (66 reviews)2.7 miles south-east
Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge4.9 (370 reviews)2.6 miles south
Stourbridge Dental & Implant ClinicStourbridge4.8 (254 reviews)2.0 miles south
Richmond House Dental PracticeStourbridge4.6 (77 reviews)2.0 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from DY6

The nearest practice to DY6 is Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 60 practices, and within 20 there are 160.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around DY6 list clear aligners, the nearest 2 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 DY6 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 11 miles away.

DY6 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDudley
NHS dental servicesNHS Black Country Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1618.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents7,983 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car17.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,871 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 11 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsKingswinford Academy — 0.1 miles
Summerhill School — 0.7 miles
The Crestwood School — 0.8 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles10 schools, about 8,969 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area114 schools, 48,386 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay23.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesStourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, Stourbridge — 2 miles
The Briars, Dudley — 3 miles
Highview Dental Practice, Tipton — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles60 within 10 miles, 160 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsDY8, DY5, DY3, WV5, WV4, DY1, DY7, DY9

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.

Orthodontic research around DY6

A typical orthodontic search around DY6 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.

The nearest town page for DY6 is Wordsley.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DY6

Where is the nearest orthodontist to DY6?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DY6 is Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Richmond House Dental Practice (2.0 miles) and Corbett Outpatient Centre (2.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near DY6?

Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of DY6, 60 practices within 10 miles and 160 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near DY6?

The nearest practice to DY6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic, about 2.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Richmond House Dental Practice (2.0 miles) and BLACK COUNTRY ORTHODONTICS (2.4 miles).

Which places are in or near the DY6 postcode district?

Places in or next to DY6 include Wordsley, Lawns Wood, Brockmoor, Brettell Lane, New Wood, Amblecote, Withymoor Village and Hart's Hill.

How do I find an orthodontist near the DY6 postcode area?

Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Wordsley, Dudley, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.

What affects orthodontic cost near DY6?

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.

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