Orthodontic practices near Avon
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Avon, 28 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Cheriton Dental Practice in Christchurch, 3.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheriton Dental PracticeChristchurch | 3.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| Christchurch OrthodonticsChristchurch | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (130 reviews) |
| Robinsons Dental PracticeChristchurch | 3.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 3.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Hoburne Dental PracticeChristchurch | 4.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (100 reviews) |
| Pearl Fine Dental CareChristchurch | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (67 reviews) |
| 740 DentalBournemouth | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (203 reviews) |
| Beechwood Dental PracticeBournemouth | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (253 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Avon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Christchurch, 3.7 miles south; the next are Ringwood (3.9 miles north) and Bournemouth (4.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch | 5 | 3.7 miles south |
| Ringwood | 1 | 3.9 miles north |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Parkstone | 2 | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Poole | 8 | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 8.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Avon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 5.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 3.9 miles north |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Avon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | New Forest |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,484 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11% aged 16 to 24 and 26.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 2.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 64 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Hampshire | 414th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.7% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Grange School — 3.7 miles Bournemouth School for Girls — 3.9 miles Avonbourne Boys' Academy — 3.9 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cheriton Dental Practice, Christchurch — 4 miles The Straight Tooth Company, Ringwood — 4 miles 740 Dental, Bournemouth — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 51 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 Avon
Avon is 3.7 miles from Cheriton Dental Practice in Christchurch, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 740 Dental (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental on the Banks (8.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Avon list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Avon are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Christchurch Orthodontics, 3.8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Avon
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Orthodontist in Avon: People weighing up braces or aligners in Avon can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Avon or another part of Hampshire.
Local context for Avon
Bisterne is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north of Avon.
Practice signals around Avon
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Avon itself. The nearest recorded are Cheriton Dental Practice in Christchurch, about 4 miles away; The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 4 miles away; and 740 Dental in Bournemouth, about 5 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Bisterne, Sopley, Hurn, Matchams, North Kingston, and Winkton may also help.
Area profile for Avon
Avon is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Avon sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 19.9% of Avon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Avon, 8.7% of the 1,484 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Avon has more choice than 69% of towns in England. Families in Avon are served by secondary schools including The Grange School (3.7 miles) and Bournemouth School for Girls (3.9 miles). Avon's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
All Orthodontic Options in Avon Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Avon has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Avon
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Avon — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Avon
Orthodontic treatment in Avon 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Avon
Every case in Avon follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Avon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Avon
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Avon, Hampshire within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Bisterne, Sopley, Hurn, Matchams, North Kingston, and Winkton.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Avon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Avon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Avon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Avon is Cheriton Dental Practice in Christchurch, about 3.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Christchurch Orthodontics (3.8 miles) and Robinsons Dental Practice (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Avon?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Avon, 28 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Avon?
The nearest practice to Avon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Christchurch Orthodontics, about 3.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Pearl Fine Dental Care (4.5 miles) and 740 Dental (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Avon, Hampshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Avon, Hampshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.