Orthodontic practices near NG17
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of NG17, 16 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 3.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (305 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 3.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 3.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 4.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (615 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 5.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 6.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NG17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sutton in Ashfield, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Mansfield (3.6 miles north-east) and Mansfield Woodhouse (3.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Mansfield | 1 | 3.6 miles north-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 2 | 3.6 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 5.6 miles west |
| Hucknall | 1 | 6.1 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 NG17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 4.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-east |
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 4.9 (305 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-east |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 4.7 (881 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-east |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 4.7 (88 reviews) | 3.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NG17
NG17 is 1.3 miles from Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 6 of the practices around NG17 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 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 NG17 are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 21 miles away.
NG17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ashfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,178 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 33.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,313 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sutton Community Academy — 0.5 miles Ashfield Comprehensive School — 0.5 miles Quarrydale Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 5,185 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 1 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Mansfield — 4 miles The Orthodontic Practice, Mansfield Woodhouse — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 81 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NG19, NG18, NG15, NG16, DE55, NG20, S44, NG6 |
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 NG17
Patients in the NG17 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 NG17 is Sutton in Ashfield.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NG17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NG17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NG17 is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Market Place Dental Care (3.3 miles) and Thackeray Dental Care (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NG17?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of NG17, 16 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NG17?
The nearest practice to NG17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Market Place Dental Care (3.3 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (3.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the NG17 postcode district?
Places in or next to NG17 include Sutton in Ashfield, Skegby, Sutton Forest Side, Kirkby in Ashfield, Bentinck Town, Stanton Hill, Annesley Woodhouse and Kirkby Woodhouse.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NG17 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near NG17?
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.