Orthodontic practices near NG33
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of NG33; 4 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, 6.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltings Dental PracticeGrantham | 6.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (245 reviews) |
| Dental Health & Implant Centre GranthamGrantham | 7.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 7.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (231 reviews) |
| Grantham and District HospitalGrantham | 7.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (255 reviews) |
| Damira Abingdon Dental PracticeMelton Mowbray | 13.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (103 reviews) |
| High Street Dental CareMelton Mowbray | 13.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (250 reviews) |
| Melton Orthodontics Specialist PracticeMelton Mowbray | 13.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (74 reviews) |
| MELTON ORTHODONTICSMelton Mowbray | 13.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NG33 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Grantham, 6.8 miles north; the next are Melton Mowbray (13.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Grantham | 4 | 6.8 miles north |
| Melton Mowbray | 4 | 13.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NG33
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is High Street Dental Care in Melton Mowbray (4.9 from 250 reviews), 13.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Street Dental CareMelton Mowbray | 4.9 (250 reviews) | 13.4 miles west |
| Dental Health & Implant Centre GranthamGrantham | 4.8 (299 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| The Maltings Dental PracticeGrantham | 4.8 (245 reviews) | 6.8 miles north |
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 4.7 (231 reviews) | 7.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NG33
From NG33 the nearest practice is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, 6.8 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 are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elegant Smiles Grantham (7.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around NG33 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NG33 are commissioned by NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, 6.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NG33 to The Maltings Dental Practice is roughly 15 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 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NG33 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Kesteven |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,917 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 21.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Maltings Dental Practice, Grantham — 7 miles Damira Abingdon Dental Practice, Melton Mowbray — 13 miles Sleaford Dental and Implant Studio, Sleaford — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 14 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NG31, NG32, PE9, LE15, PE10, NG34, LE13, PE8 |
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 NG33 area
Patients in the NG33 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 NG33 is South Stoke.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NG33
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NG33?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NG33 is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, about 6.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (7.0 miles) and Elegant Smiles Grantham (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NG33?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NG33, 4 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Grantham, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NG33?
The nearest practice to NG33 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, about 6.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (7.0 miles) and Elegant Smiles Grantham (7.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the NG33 postcode district?
Places in or next to NG33 include South Stoke, Birkholme, Burton Coggles, Bassingthorpe, Lobthorpe, Colsterworth, Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth and Swayfield.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NG33 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering South Stoke, Lincolnshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near NG33?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.