Orthodontic practices near DY8
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of DY8, 61 practices within 10 and 157 practices within 20. The closest is Blueberry Braces in Stourbridge, under 0.1 miles.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blueberry BracesStourbridge | under 0.1 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge | under 0.1 miles | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (370 reviews) |
| Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (98 reviews) |
| Stourcote Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 0.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (216 reviews) |
| BLACK COUNTRY ORTHODONTICSStourbridge | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Corbett Outpatient CentreStourbridge | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (181 reviews) |
| Stourbridge Dental & Implant ClinicStourbridge | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (254 reviews) |
| Richmond House Dental PracticeStourbridge | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
✓ 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 DY8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Stafford in Stourbridge (4.9 from 370 reviews), under 0.1 miles.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental StaffordStourbridge | 4.9 (370 reviews) | under 0.1 miles |
| Stourbridge Dental & Implant ClinicStourbridge | 4.8 (254 reviews) | 0.6 miles north |
| Stourcote Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 4.8 (216 reviews) | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Richmond House Dental PracticeStourbridge | 4.6 (77 reviews) | 0.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DY8
The nearest practice to DY8 is Blueberry Braces in Stourbridge, under 0.1 miles away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 61 practices, and within 20 there are 157.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around DY8 list clear aligners, the nearest under 0.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DY8 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice in Stourbridge, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 11 miles away.
DY8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dudley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,748 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 32.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,123 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ridgewood High School — 0.7 miles Redhill School — 0.8 miles Old Swinford Hospital — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 10,642 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 114 schools, 48,386 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Blueberry Braces, Stourbridge — under a mile Finesse Cosmetic Dentists, Brierley Hill — 3 miles Dental Care Hereford, Cradley Heath — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 61 within 10 miles, 157 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DY5, DY6, DY9, DY3, DY7, DY1, DY2, B63 |
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 DY8
Most DY8 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 DY8 is Amblecote.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DY8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DY8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DY8 is Blueberry Braces in Stourbridge, about under 0.1 miles away. The next closest are Stella Dental Stafford (under 0.1 miles) and Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DY8?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of DY8, 61 practices within 10 miles and 157 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DY8?
The nearest practice to DY8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oak Tree Dental & Implant Practice in Stourbridge, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Stourcote Dental & Implant Practice (0.4 miles) and BLACK COUNTRY ORTHODONTICS (0.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the DY8 postcode district?
Places in or next to DY8 include Amblecote, New Wood, Stourbridge, Old Swinford, Wordsley, Stambermill, Withymoor Village and Brettell Lane.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DY8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Amblecote, Dudley, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DY8?
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.