Orthodontic practices near YO22
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of YO22; 5 practices within 20. The closest is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, 13.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 13.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Northway ClinicScarborough | 14.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 14.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (15 reviews) |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 14.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.2 (47 reviews) |
| JordentEast Ayton | 15.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Redcar Family Dental CentreRedcar | 21.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Marton Dental Practice - Dentists MiddlesbroughMarton | 23.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (588 reviews) |
| Select Dental CareMiddlesbrough | 25.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (154 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to YO22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scarborough, 13.9 miles south-east; the next are East Ayton (15.3 miles south) and Redcar (21.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scarborough | 4 | 13.9 miles south-east |
| East Ayton | 1 | 15.3 miles south |
| Redcar | 1 | 21.1 miles north-west |
| Marton | 1 | 23.8 miles west |
| Middlesbrough | 1 | 25.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of YO22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough (4.9 from 88 reviews), 13.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 4.9 (88 reviews) | 13.9 miles south-east |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 3.2 (47 reviews) | 14.7 miles south-east |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 2.9 (15 reviews) | 14.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from YO22
From YO22 the nearest practice is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, 13.9 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. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (13.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crescent Dental Practice (14.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around YO22 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.9 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 YO22 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, 13.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from YO22 to Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist is roughly 30 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 360 to 720 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £325 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 220 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
YO22 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,424 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 21% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 18 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitby School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 975 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 | Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist, Scarborough — 14 miles Jordent, East Ayton — 15 miles Redcar Family Dental Centre, Redcar — 21 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | YO21, YO13, YO18, TS13, YO12, YO11, YO17, TS12 |
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 YO22
Patients in the YO22 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 YO22 is Ruswarp.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near YO22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to YO22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to YO22 is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, about 13.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Northway Clinic (14.5 miles) and Smile Orthodontics (14.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near YO22?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of YO22, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Scarborough, 13.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near YO22?
The nearest practice to YO22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, about 13.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Smile Orthodontics (14.5 miles) and Crescent Dental Practice (14.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the YO22 postcode district?
Places in or next to YO22 include Ruswarp, Sneaton Thorpe, Iburndale, Ugglebarnby, Fishburn Park, Sneaton, Stainsacre and Littlebeck.
How do I find an orthodontist near the YO22 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ruswarp, North Yorkshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near YO22?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.