Orthodontic practices near TF6
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of TF6, 20 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Manor Orthodontic Clinic in Wellington, 2.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 2.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (10 reviews) |
| Smile Works MalinsleeWellington | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (394 reviews) |
| Elite OrthodonticsWellington | 2.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Station House Dental Practice (Hadley)Telford | 3.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Serene Dental LtdTelford | 5.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (45 reviews) |
| Station House Dental PracticeTelford | 5.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (85 reviews) |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 6.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) |
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 7.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TF6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wellington, 2.8 miles south-east; the next are Telford (3.5 miles east) and Shrewsbury (7.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington | 3 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Telford | 4 | 3.5 miles east |
| Shrewsbury | 1 | 7.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TF6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic in Telford (4.9 from 1,702 reviews), 6.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-east |
| Smile Works MalinsleeWellington | 4.9 (394 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Manor Orthodontic ClinicWellington | 4.7 (10 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Serene Dental LtdTelford | 4.6 (45 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TF6
TF6 is 2.8 miles from Manor Orthodontic Clinic in Wellington, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around TF6 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 TF6 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Works Malinslee in Wellington, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 33 miles away.
TF6 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,647 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 73 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Charlton School — 2.5 miles Ercall Wood Academy — 3.5 miles Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase — 3.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,218 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 | Manor Orthodontic Clinic, Wellington — 3 miles Station House Dental Practice (Hadley), Telford — 4 miles The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 28 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TF5, TF1, TF4, TF2, TF3, TF8, TF7, TF12 |
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 TF6 area
Patients in the TF6 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 TF6 is Longdon on Tern.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TF6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TF6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TF6 is Manor Orthodontic Clinic in Wellington, about 2.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Smile Works Malinslee (2.8 miles) and Elite Orthodontics (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TF6?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of TF6, 20 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TF6?
The nearest practice to TF6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Works Malinslee in Wellington, about 2.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Station House Dental Practice (Hadley) (3.5 miles) and Serene Dental Ltd (5.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the TF6 postcode district?
Places in or next to TF6 include Longdon on Tern, Sleap, Long Lane, Sleapford, Admaston, Crudgington, Isombridge and Allscott.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TF6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Longdon on Tern, Telford and Wrekin, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near TF6?
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.