Orthodontic practices near Aston Upthorpe
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Aston Upthorpe, 11 practices within 10 and 75 practices within 20. The closest is Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, 2.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busby House Dental CentreDidcot | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (929 reviews) |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 3.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Ladygrove Dental PracticeDidcot | 3.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (151 reviews) |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 4.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (40 reviews) |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 7.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
| Bath Street Dental PracticeAbingdon | 7.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 7.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| Ock Street ClinicAbingdon | 7.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aston Upthorpe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Didcot, 2.8 miles north-west; the next are Harwell (4.9 miles west) and Abingdon (7.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Didcot | 3 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Harwell | 1 | 4.9 miles west |
| Abingdon | 5 | 7.7 miles north-west |
| Radley | 2 | 8.4 miles north |
| Mapledurham | 1 | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Calcot | 2 | 10.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Aston Upthorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Caversham Heights Dental Practice in Reading (5.0 from 263 reviews), 11.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (263 reviews) | 11.6 miles south-east |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 7.7 miles north-west |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Newbury Smile StudioNewbury | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 12.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Aston Upthorpe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Oxfordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,524 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% 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 | 12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 164th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.8% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Birinus School — 2.8 miles Didcot Girls' School — 3.5 miles UTC Oxfordshire — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,237 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Busby House Dental Centre, Didcot — 3 miles Your New Smile Harwell, Harwell — 5 miles TAHA Dental Excellence, Abingdon — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 75 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 Aston Upthorpe
The nearest practice to Aston Upthorpe is Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, 2.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 75.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Aston Upthorpe list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 Aston Upthorpe are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, 2.8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Aston Upthorpe
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Orthodontist in Aston Upthorpe: This page was put together for people in Aston Upthorpe who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Oxfordshire.
About Aston Upthorpe
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Aston Tirrold, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Aston Upthorpe
Aston Upthorpe is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.8% of Aston Upthorpe's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.8% of the 1,524 residents in Aston Upthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Aston Upthorpe has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Aston Upthorpe are St Birinus School (2.8 miles) and Didcot Girls' School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Aston Upthorpe among England's less deprived areas.
Local orthodontic signals in Aston Upthorpe
There is no orthodontist on our records in Aston Upthorpe itself. The closest on record are Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, about 3 miles away; Your New Smile Harwell, about 5 miles away; and TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon, about 8 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Aston Tirrold, South Moreton, Blewbury, North Moreton, Woodway, and East Hagbourne if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Aston Upthorpe
Orthodontic treatment in Aston Upthorpe is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Aston Upthorpe
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Aston Upthorpe. By ONS classification, Aston Upthorpe falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.8% of Aston Upthorpe's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Aston Upthorpe, 8.8% of the 1,524 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Aston Upthorpe has more choice than 56% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Aston Upthorpe are St Birinus School (2.8 miles) and Didcot Girls' School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Aston Upthorpe sits among the less deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Aston Upthorpe
Patients in Aston Upthorpe have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Aston Upthorpe
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Aston Upthorpe practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Aston Upthorpe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Aston Upthorpe
If Aston Upthorpe, Oxfordshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Aston Tirrold, South Moreton, Blewbury, North Moreton, Woodway, and East Hagbourne may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Aston Upthorpe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Aston Upthorpe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aston Upthorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aston Upthorpe is Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, about 2.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (3.0 miles) and Ladygrove Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aston Upthorpe?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Aston Upthorpe, 11 practices within 10 miles and 75 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Aston Upthorpe?
The nearest practice to Aston Upthorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Busby House Dental Centre in Didcot, about 2.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (3.0 miles) and Ladygrove Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Aston Upthorpe, Oxfordshire?
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 Aston Upthorpe, Oxfordshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.