Orthodontic practices near Avington
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Avington; 9 practices within 10 and 47 practices within 20. The closest is Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury, 6.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaktree Dental Practice NewburyNewbury | 6.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (142 reviews) |
| Westbrook House Dental & Implant CentreNewbury | 6.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (17 reviews) |
| 20/20 Dental PracticeNewbury | 6.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Newbury Smile StudioNewbury | 6.4 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| John Davies Dental LaboratoryNewbury | 6.4 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| The Briars Dental CentreNewbury | 6.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (276 reviews) |
| Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic CentreNewbury | 6.7 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Newbury Orthodontic CentreNewbury | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (170 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Avington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newbury, 6.1 miles east; the next are Marlborough (10.9 miles west) and Andover (12.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newbury | 9 | 6.1 miles east |
| Marlborough | 3 | 10.9 miles west |
| Andover | 5 | 12.9 miles south |
| Harwell | 1 | 14.3 miles north-east |
| Swindon | 8 | 16.0 miles north-west |
| Monk Sherborne | 1 | 17.2 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 Avington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 12.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 12.9 miles south |
| One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care. Implants and Specialist DentistrySwindon | 5.0 (370 reviews) | 16.8 miles north-west |
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 16.3 miles north-west |
| Newbury Smile StudioNewbury | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Avington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Berkshire |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,041 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 25 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Berkshire | 98th closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 4.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 8.3% across neighbourhoods in West Berkshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | John O'Gaunt School — 2.0 miles Park House School — 5.8 miles St Bartholomew's School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 439 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 98 schools, 29,723 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury, Newbury — 6 miles The Savernake Dental Practice, Marlborough — 11 miles New Street Dental Care, Andover — 13 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 47 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 Avington
The nearest practice to Avington is Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury, 6.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 47.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Marlborough and Orthodontics (11.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Circle (13.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Avington list clear aligners, the nearest 6.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Avington are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 20/20 Dental Practice in Newbury, 6.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Avington to Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury is roughly 15 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Avington
West Berkshire12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Avington
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Avington, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in West Berkshire.
The local picture in Avington
By ONS classification, Avington falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Avington. Census data puts 15.3% of Avington's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 2,041 residents in Avington's census neighbourhood, below the 8.3% average across West Berkshire. Avington has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Avington attend schools such as John O'Gaunt School (2.0 miles) and Park House School (5.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 98 schools and 29,723 pupils across Avington's Local Authority. Avington's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Kintbury, Inkpen, Hell Corner, Upper Green, Trapshill, and Winding Wood can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local context for Avington
Just around 1 km east, Kintbury is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local orthodontic signals in Avington
There is no orthodontist on our records in Avington itself. The closest on record are Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury, about 6 miles away; The Savernake Dental Practice in Marlborough, about 11 miles away; and New Street Dental Care in Andover, about 13 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Avington
Starting orthodontic treatment in Avington can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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
Every case in Avington follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Avington
Patients in Avington have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Avington
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 Avington practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Avington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Avington
These local links are here for anyone comparing Avington, West Berkshire against nearby alternatives. You can keep exploring with related pages for Kintbury, Inkpen, Hell Corner, Upper Green, Trapshill, and Winding Wood.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Avington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Avington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Avington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Avington is Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury, about 6.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Westbrook House Dental & Implant Centre (6.2 miles) and 20/20 Dental Practice (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Avington?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Avington, 9 practices within 10 miles and 47 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Newbury, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Avington?
The nearest practice to Avington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 20/20 Dental Practice in Newbury, about 6.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Newbury Orthodontic Centre (6.7 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (6.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Avington, West Berkshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Avington, West Berkshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.