Orthodontic practices near NG5
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of NG5, 40 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Arnold Dental & Implant Centre, 0.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (544 reviews) |
| BJS DentalArnold | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 0.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (74 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 1.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (217 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NG5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arnold, 0.8 miles north-east; the next are Hucknall (1.1 miles north-west) and Nottingham (1.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 5 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Hucknall | 1 | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Nottingham | 1 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Basford | 1 | 2.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NG5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Complete Orthodontics in Arnold (5.0 from 14 reviews), 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 4.9 (544 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford | 4.9 (217 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NG5
NG5 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Arnold Dental & Implant Centre is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: BJS Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around NG5 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NG5 are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Arnold Dental & Implant Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away.
NG5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gedling |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,048 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 33.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,432 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Redhill Academy — 1.0 miles Arnold Hill Spencer Academy — 1.1 miles Christ The King Voluntary Academy — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 14,263 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Arnold Dental & Implant Centre, Arnold — under a mile Arrow Orthodontics Ltd, Hucknall — 1 miles Westdale Dental, Nottingham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 81 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NG3, NG1, NG6, NG7, NG4, NG2, NG15, NG8 |
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 NG5
A typical orthodontic search around NG5 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 NG5 is Woodthorpe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NG5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NG5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NG5 is Arnold Dental & Implant Centre, about 0.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are BJS Dental (0.9 miles) and Smile Studio Walk In Centre (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NG5?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of NG5, 40 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NG5?
The nearest practice to NG5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Arnold Dental & Implant Centre, about 0.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include BJS Dental (0.9 miles) and The Smile Suite, Nottingham (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the NG5 postcode district?
Places in or next to NG5 include Woodthorpe, Alexandra Park, Mapperley Park, Sherwood Rise, Highbury Vale, Old Basford, Thorneywood and Forest Fields.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NG5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near NG5?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.