Orthodontic practices near YO17
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of YO17; 22 practices within 20. The closest is Jordent in East Ayton, 12.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JordentEast Ayton | 12.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 17.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.2 (47 reviews) |
| Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork | 17.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1,018 reviews) |
| Northway ClinicScarborough | 17.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 17.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (15 reviews) |
| York Dental PracticeYork | 17.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (184 reviews) |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 17.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental OrthodonticsYork | 17.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to YO17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is East Ayton, 12.0 miles north-east; the next are Scarborough (17.0 miles north-east) and York (17.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| East Ayton | 1 | 12.0 miles north-east |
| Scarborough | 4 | 17.0 miles north-east |
| York | 3 | 17.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of YO17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham (5.0 from 1,018 reviews), 17.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork | 5.0 (1,018 reviews) | 17.0 miles south-west |
| York Dental PracticeYork | 4.9 (184 reviews) | 17.3 miles south-west |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 4.9 (88 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 3.2 (47 reviews) | 17.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from YO17
From YO17 the nearest practice is Jordent in East Ayton, 12 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 22 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (17.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crescent Dental Practice (17 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around YO17 list clear aligners, the nearest 17 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around YO17 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, 17 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 40 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from YO17 to Jordent is roughly 25 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 310 to 620 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £280 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
YO17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,758 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 78 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 40 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norton School — 1.3 miles Malton School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,650 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Jordent, East Ayton — 12 miles Crescent Dental Practice, Scarborough — 17 miles Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham, York — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | YO18, YO60, YO42, YO41, YO62, YO43, YO13, YO32 |
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.
Orthodontic research around YO17
A typical orthodontic search around YO17 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 YO17 is Old Malton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near YO17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to YO17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to YO17 is Jordent in East Ayton, about 12.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Crescent Dental Practice (17.0 miles) and Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham (17.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near YO17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of YO17, 0 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in East Ayton, 12.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near YO17?
The nearest practice to YO17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, about 17.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smile Orthodontics (17.3 miles) and Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (17.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the YO17 postcode district?
Places in or next to YO17 include Old Malton, Whitewall Corner, Norton, Scagglethorpe, Settrington, Malton, Low Marishes and Langton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the YO17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Old Malton, North Yorkshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near YO17?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Old Malton, North Yorkshire can start an assessment today.
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.