Orthodontic practices near WS8
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of WS8, 67 practices within 10 and 160 practices within 20. The closest is oraco dental PELSALL in Bloxwich, 1.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (740 reviews) |
| High Street Dental PracticeBurntwood | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (435 reviews) |
| Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood | 2.4 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (87 reviews) |
| Anchor Road Dental PracticeWalsall | 3.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (55 reviews) |
| WS9 DREAM DENTAL - Experts in Dental Implants / Clear Braces / Sedation in Aldridge and Little AstonWalsall | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (60 reviews) |
| The Priory Dental PracticeWalsall | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (134 reviews) |
| Inspire Dental CentreCannock | 3.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (155 reviews) |
| Birchwood Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (381 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WS8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bloxwich, 1.8 miles south-west; the next are Burntwood (2.3 miles north) and Walsall (3.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bloxwich | 1 | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Burntwood | 2 | 2.3 miles north |
| Walsall | 3 | 3.1 miles south |
| Cannock | 1 | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Great Wyrley | 1 | 3.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WS8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Inspire Dental & Implant Centre in Burntwood (5.0 from 87 reviews), 2.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire Dental & Implant CentreBurntwood | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 2.4 miles north |
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 4.9 (740 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
| High Street Dental PracticeBurntwood | 4.9 (435 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Birchwood Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 4.9 (381 reviews) | 3.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WS8
The nearest practice to WS8 is oraco dental PELSALL in Bloxwich, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 67 practices, and within 20 there are 160.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Priory Dental Practice (3.2 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around WS8 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WS8 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is High Street Dental Practice in Burntwood, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 11 miles away.
WS8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Walsall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,257 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 30.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,194 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brownhills Ormiston Academy — 0.5 miles Shire Oak Academy — 1.0 miles Erasmus Darwin Academy — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,030 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 133 schools, 54,603 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | oraco dental PELSALL, Bloxwich — 2 miles High Street Dental Practice, Burntwood — 2 miles Anchor Road Dental Practice, Walsall — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 67 within 10 miles, 160 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WS7, WS9, WS4, WS3, WS1, WS5, WS6, WS12 |
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 WS8
People searching from WS8 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WS8 is Clayhanger.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WS8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WS8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WS8 is oraco dental PELSALL in Bloxwich, about 1.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are High Street Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Inspire Dental & Implant Centre (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WS8?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of WS8, 67 practices within 10 miles and 160 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WS8?
The nearest practice to WS8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is High Street Dental Practice in Burntwood, about 2.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Priory Dental Practice (3.2 miles) and Birchwood Dental Practice (3.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WS8 postcode district?
Places in or next to WS8 include Clayhanger, Shire Oak, Brownhills, Walsall Wood, Brownhills West, Chasetown, Holly Bank and Leighswood.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WS8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Clayhanger, Walsall, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near WS8?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.