Orthodontic practices near TF3
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of TF3, 10 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) |
| Station House Dental PracticeTelford | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (85 reviews) |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (701 reviews) |
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (996 reviews) |
| Serene Dental LtdTelford | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (45 reviews) |
| Station House Dental Practice (Hadley)Telford | 3.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (10 reviews) |
| Elite OrthodonticsWellington | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TF3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Telford, 0.7 miles west; the next are Ironbridge (2.1 miles south) and Shifnal (3.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Telford | 4 | 0.7 miles west |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 2.1 miles south |
| Shifnal | 1 | 3.2 miles east |
| Wellington | 2 | 3.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TF3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 0.7 miles west |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 4.9 (701 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 4.7 (10 reviews) | 3.8 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 TF3
TF3 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around TF3 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 TF3 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 26 miles away.
TF3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Telford and Wrekin |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,668 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,884 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Telford Langley School — 0.7 miles The Telford Park School — 1.0 miles Holy Trinity Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,446 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 33,470 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic, Telford — under a mile Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic, Ironbridge — 2 miles Shifnal Dental Care, Shifnal — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 68 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TF4, TF7, WV99, TF2, TF8, TF12, TF1, TF11 |
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.
Teeth straightening near TF3
Most TF3 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 TF3 is Hinkshay.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TF3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TF3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TF3 is Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Station House Dental Practice (1.8 miles) and Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TF3?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of TF3, 10 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TF3?
The nearest practice to TF3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Station House Dental Practice (1.8 miles) and Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the TF3 postcode district?
Places in or next to TF3 include Hinkshay, Malinslee, Town Park, Telford, Randlay, Aqueduct, Dawley Bank and Dawley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TF3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hinkshay, Telford and Wrekin, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near TF3?
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.