Orthodontic practices near S17
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of S17, 22 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (371 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 3.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 3.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 4.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 4.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 4.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to S17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dronfield, 2.0 miles south-east; the next are Nether Edge (3.6 miles north) and Sheffield (3.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dronfield | 1 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 3.6 miles north |
| Sheffield | 6 | 3.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of S17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 4.4 miles north |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 4.8 (164 reviews) | 4.8 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 S17
S17 is 2 miles from The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around S17 list clear aligners, the nearest 2 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 S17 are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 4 miles away.
S17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South Yorkshire 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 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,115 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,686 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Ecgbert School — 0.4 miles Silverdale School — 2.1 miles Meadowhead School Academy Trust — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 9,658 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield — 2 miles The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 4 miles ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry, Sheffield — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 45 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | S11, S7, S8, S10, S18, S1, S6, S3 |
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 S17 area
Most S17 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 S17 is New Totley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near S17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to S17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to S17 is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 2.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (3.6 miles) and ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General Dentistry (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near S17?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of S17, 22 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near S17?
The nearest practice to S17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 3.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (5.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the S17 postcode district?
Places in or next to S17 include New Totley, Totley Brook, Totley Rise, Dore, Totley, Whirlow, Brick Houses and Holmesfield.
How do I find an orthodontist near the S17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for New Totley, Sheffield, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near S17?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.