Orthodontic practices near S3
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of S3, 24 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Portman Dental & Implant Clinic in Sheffield, 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 0.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| SmilelignSheffield | 0.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (43 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 1.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 1.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 1.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (264 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of S3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield (5.0 from 264 reviews), 1.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 1.3 miles west |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-west |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 4.8 (164 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 4.7 (164 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from S3
S3 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Portman Dental & Implant Clinic in Sheffield is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Portman Dental & Implant Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (1.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around S3 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 S3 are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, under a mile away.
S3 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,613 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 0.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 50.7% aged 16 to 24 and 41.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 59.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,367 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | Astrea Academy Sheffield — 0.5 miles UTC Sheffield City Centre — 0.9 miles King Edward VII School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 21,519 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portman Dental & Implant Clinic, Sheffield — under a mile The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 2 miles Space Dental, Catcliffe — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 49 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | S1, S4, S2, S7, S5, S6, S11, S10 |
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 S3
People searching from S3 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 S3 is Kelham Island.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near S3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to S3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to S3 is Portman Dental & Implant Clinic in Sheffield, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Smilelign (0.6 miles) and Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near S3?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of S3, 24 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near S3?
The nearest practice to S3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include One Smile Dental - Sheffield (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the S3 postcode district?
Places in or next to S3 include Kelham Island, Port Mahon, Orchard Square, Sheffield, Pitsmoor, Burngreave, Little Sheffield and Lower Crabtree.
How do I find an orthodontist near the S3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kelham Island, Sheffield, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near S3 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.