Orthodontic practices near NN17
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of NN17, 13 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Smiles Ahead in Corby, 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiles AheadCorby | 0.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (32 reviews) |
| The Dental CentreCorby | 1.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (375 reviews) |
| Corby Private Medical CentreCorby | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (900 reviews) |
| Dr Suchi Vaidya BDSCorby | 1.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Priors Hall DentalCorby | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (336 reviews) |
| Chancery Dental - CorbyCorby | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (156 reviews) |
| Dr Maha Aljefri | Invisalign | Braces | Clear AlignersCorby | 2.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (7 reviews) |
| Old School House Orthodontic CentreKettering | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (315 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NN17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Corby, 0.5 miles south-west; the next are Kettering (7.0 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NN17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Priors Hall Dental in Corby (5.0 from 336 reviews), 1.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Priors Hall DentalCorby | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 1.8 miles east |
| Old School House Orthodontic CentreKettering | 4.9 (315 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Chancery Dental - CorbyCorby | 4.9 (156 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-west |
| The Dental CentreCorby | 4.8 (375 reviews) | 1.0 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 NN17
The nearest practice to NN17 is Smiles Ahead in Corby, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smiles Ahead (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around NN17 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 NN17 are commissioned by NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Priors Hall Dental in Corby, 1.8 miles away.
NN17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Northamptonshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,328 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 35.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 916 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Corby Technical School — 0.9 miles Lodge Park Academy — 1.7 miles Corby Business Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,680 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 152 schools, 58,508 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.5% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 7 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiles Ahead, Corby — under a mile Old School House Orthodontic Centre, Kettering — 7 miles Rothwell Orthodontic Practice, Rothwell — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 51 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NN18, NN14, NN16, NN15, LE15, NN9, NN8, LE16 |
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 NN17
People searching from NN17 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 NN17 is Corby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NN17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NN17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NN17 is Smiles Ahead in Corby, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are The Dental Centre (1.0 miles) and Corby Private Medical Centre (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NN17?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of NN17, 13 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NN17?
The nearest practice to NN17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Priors Hall Dental in Corby, about 1.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Old School House Orthodontic Centre (7.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the NN17 postcode district?
Places in or next to NN17 include Corby, Gretton, Weldon, Rockingham, Caldecott, Thorpe by Water, Lyddington and Seaton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NN17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Corby, North Northamptonshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near NN17?
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.