Orthodontic practices near Alfold
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Alfold, 17 practices within 10 and 89 practices within 20. The closest is Cranleigh Orthodontics, 3.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh OrthodonticsCranleigh | 3.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (47 reviews) |
| Surrey Orthodontics in GodalmingGodalming | 7.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (75 reviews) |
| Horsham Smiles Dental PracticeHorsham | 8.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (140 reviews) |
| Dr Mark O'HaraHorsham | 8.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | – |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 8.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (360 reviews) |
| Brockley HouseGuildford | 8.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (32 reviews) |
| BROCKLEY HOUSE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEGuildford | 8.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Alfold with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cranleigh, 3.2 miles north-east; the next are Godalming (7.2 miles north-west) and Horsham (8.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh | 1 | 3.2 miles north-east |
| Godalming | 1 | 7.2 miles north-west |
| Horsham | 4 | 8.6 miles east |
| Guildford | 13 | 8.9 miles north |
| Worplesdon | 1 | 11.3 miles north |
| Fairlands | 1 | 12.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Alfold
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club Orthodontics in Guildford (5.0 from 408 reviews), 9.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club OrthodonticsGuildford | 5.0 (408 reviews) | 9.7 miles north |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 5.0 (360 reviews) | 8.8 miles east |
| Elmsleigh House Dental ClinicAldershot | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-west |
| Eastgate Dental ClinicGuildford | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 9.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Alfold at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Waverley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 12.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,966 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 21.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 63 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Surrey | 299th closest to an orthodontic practice of 415 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Surrey |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Glebelands School — 3.3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cranleigh Orthodontics, Cranleigh — 3 miles Surrey Orthodontics in Godalming, Godalming — 7 miles Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, Horsham — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 89 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Alfold
Alfold is 3.2 miles from Cranleigh Orthodontics, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 89.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Guildford Dental Practice (9.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mark O'Hara (8.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Alfold list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Alfold are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cranleigh Orthodontics, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Alfold
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Orthodontist in Alfold: People weighing up braces or aligners in Alfold can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Surrey, not just Alfold.
Local context for Alfold
The nearest other location we cover is Alfold Crossways, around 1 km to the north-east.
What we know about practices near Alfold
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Alfold. The closest on record are Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 3 miles away; Surrey Orthodontics in Godalming, about 7 miles away; and Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, about 9 miles away.
The local picture in Alfold
Officially, Alfold is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Alfold falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Alfold has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,966 residents in Alfold's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. The closest secondary schools to Alfold are Glebelands School (3.3 miles). Alfold sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Alfold is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
You can also compare treatment pages for Alfold Crossways, Loxwood, Ifold, Elmbridge Village, Dunsfold, and Tisman's Common if you are weighing up more than one location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Alfold
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Alfold can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Alfold — Local Context
Not every practice near Alfold offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Alfold is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Alfold sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Alfold has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,966 residents in Alfold's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. Families in Alfold are served by secondary schools including Glebelands School (3.3 miles). Alfold sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Alfold is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Alfold itself. The nearest recorded are Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 3 miles away; Surrey Orthodontics in Godalming, about 7 miles away; and Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, about 9 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Alfold
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Alfold helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Alfold — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Alfold. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Alfold
These links help widen your research beyond Alfold, Surrey if you're open to travelling a little further. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Alfold Crossways, Loxwood, Ifold, Elmbridge Village, Dunsfold, and Tisman's Common.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Alfold
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Alfold often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Alfold?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Alfold is Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 3.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Surrey Orthodontics in Godalming (7.2 miles) and Horsham Smiles Dental Practice (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Alfold?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Alfold, 17 practices within 10 miles and 89 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Alfold?
The nearest practice to Alfold that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 3.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Surrey Orthodontics in Godalming (7.2 miles) and BROCKLEY HOUSE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (8.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Alfold, Surrey?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Alfold, Surrey?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.