Orthodontic practices near WV16
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of WV16; 2 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 7.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 7.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (153 reviews) |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 8.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (701 reviews) |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 11.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) |
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 11.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (996 reviews) |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 11.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (221 reviews) |
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 11.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (846 reviews) |
| Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 12.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (98 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 12.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WV16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Broseley, 7.4 miles north; the next are Ironbridge (8.9 miles north) and Telford (11.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broseley | 1 | 7.4 miles north |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 8.9 miles north |
| Telford | 1 | 11.0 miles north |
| Shifnal | 1 | 11.2 miles north |
| Kidderminster | 3 | 11.5 miles south-east |
| Stourbridge | 1 | 12.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WV16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shifnal Dental Care (5.0 from 996 reviews), 11.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Dental CareShifnal | 5.0 (996 reviews) | 11.2 miles north |
| Dawley Dental Practice & Implant ClinicTelford | 4.9 (1,702 reviews) | 11.0 miles north |
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (846 reviews) | 11.9 miles south-east |
| Madeley Dental & Implant ClinicIronbridge | 4.9 (701 reviews) | 8.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WV16
The nearest practice to WV16 is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 7.4 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Broseley Dental Practice Ltd (7.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (11.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around WV16 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WV16 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 7.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from WV16 to Broseley Dental Practice Ltd is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
WV16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| 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 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,255 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 100 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oldbury Wells School — 1.6 miles Bridgnorth Endowed School — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,341 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, Broseley — 7 miles Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic, Ironbridge — 9 miles Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic, Telford — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WV15, TF12, TF8, TF7, DY14, TF4, TF13, TF3 |
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 WV16 area
Most WV16 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 WV16 is Knowle Sands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WV16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WV16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WV16 is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 7.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (8.9 miles) and Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic (11.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WV16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of WV16, 2 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Broseley, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WV16?
The nearest practice to WV16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 7.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include Madeley Dental & Implant Clinic (8.9 miles) and Dawley Dental Practice & Implant Clinic (11.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the WV16 postcode district?
Places in or next to WV16 include Knowle Sands, The Down, Underton, Eardington, Tasley, Bridgnorth, Low Town and Danesford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WV16 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Knowle Sands, Shropshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.