Orthodontic practices near Archenfield
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Archenfield; 1 practice within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 8.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 8.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 11.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 11.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 11.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 11.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 11.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Archenfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Monmouth, 8.5 miles south-west; the next are Hereford (11.1 miles north-west) and Quedgeley (14.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth | 1 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Hereford | 9 | 11.1 miles north-west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 14.4 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 14.8 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 17.1 miles south-east |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 18.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Archenfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 17.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 17.4 miles south-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 18.8 miles south |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 15.3 miles east |
| Buckingham House Dental SurgeryGreat Malvern | 5.0 (62 reviews) | 18.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Archenfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,204 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,377 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 269th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy — 1.1 miles Dene Magna and Sixth Form — 5.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,274 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 8 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 11 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 32 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — under a mile |
| Postcode districts | HR9 |
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 Archenfield
From Archenfield the nearest practice is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 8.5 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. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Phoenix Orthodontics (15.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (11.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Archenfield list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Archenfield are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 11.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 31 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Archenfield to The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre is roughly 20 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 220 to 440 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 25.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Archenfield
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Orthodontist in Archenfield: People weighing up braces or aligners in Archenfield can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Archenfield or another part of Herefordshire.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Tudorville, Bridstow, Buckcastle Hill, Claytons, Hom Green, and Overross may also help.
Where Archenfield sits locally
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Tudorville, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Archenfield
ONS classifies Archenfield as urban: Further from a major town or city. Archenfield sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Archenfield has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Archenfield, 5.7% of the 1,204 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Archenfield usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Archenfield attend schools such as John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy (1.1 miles) and Dene Magna and Sixth Form (5.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Archenfield's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Archenfield is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Archenfield is about 31 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Local provider signals in Archenfield
There is no orthodontist on our records in Archenfield itself. The nearest we do hold are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 8 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 11 miles away; and St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 14 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Archenfield
Starting orthodontic treatment in Archenfield can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Archenfield
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Archenfield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Archenfield
The orthodontic landscape in Archenfield offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Archenfield
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Archenfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Archenfield
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Archenfield, Herefordshire. For a broader comparison, pages for Tudorville, Bridstow, Buckcastle Hill, Claytons, Hom Green, and Overross follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Archenfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Archenfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Archenfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Archenfield is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 8.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (11.1 miles) and The Dentist @ Tupsley (11.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Archenfield?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Archenfield, 1 practice within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Monmouth, 8.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Archenfield?
The nearest practice to Archenfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 11.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (11.5 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (11.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Archenfield, Herefordshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Archenfield, Herefordshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.