Orthodontic practices near Bealings
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Bealings, 15 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave | 1.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Suffolk OrthodonticsKesgrave | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (52 reviews) |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (366 reviews) |
| Foxhall Dental PracticeIpswich | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (804 reviews) |
| Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich | 4.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (693 reviews) |
| A&L Clinics | Dentist in IpswichIpswich | 4.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (97 reviews) |
| Parkview Dental CentreIpswich | 4.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (459 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SpecialistsIpswich | 4.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bealings with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kesgrave, 1.6 miles south-east; the next are Ipswich (2.8 miles south-west) and Felixstowe (9.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave | 2 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Ipswich | 12 | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Felixstowe | 1 | 9.1 miles south-east |
| Colchester | 12 | 17.6 miles south-west |
| Little Clacton | 1 | 18.7 miles south |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 2 | 19.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bealings
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Valley Dental Practice in Clacton-on-Sea (5.0 from 546 reviews), 19.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Dental PracticeClacton-on-Sea | 5.0 (546 reviews) | 19.5 miles south |
| Hello DentalColchester | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 17.6 miles south-west |
| DentoworldColchester | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 19.5 miles south-west |
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 17.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bealings at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Suffolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,405 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 133 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Suffolk | 34th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kesgrave High School — 0.9 miles St Alban's Catholic High School — 2.5 miles Farlingaye High School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 8,383 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Martlesham Heath Dental Practice, Kesgrave — 2 miles Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, Ipswich — 3 miles Crescent Smile Clinic, Felixstowe — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 27 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 Bealings
Bealings is 1.6 miles from Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Quest Dental Care Ipswich (4.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Bealings list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 Bealings are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, 2.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bealings
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Orthodontist in Bealings: Before booking anything in Bealings, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Suffolk.
More local pages to browse
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Great Bealings, Kesgrave, Playford, Culpho, Martlesham Heath, and Grundisburgh.
Practice data for Bealings
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bealings. The nearest recorded are Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 2 miles away; Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 3 miles away; and Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 9 miles away.
What official data says about Bealings
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Bealings sits within NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.4% of Bealings's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,405 residents in the neighbourhood around Bealings, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Suffolk. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bealings is better served than 83% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Bealings are Kesgrave High School (0.9 miles) and St Alban's Catholic High School (2.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Bealings among England's less deprived areas.
Facts about Bealings
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Great Bealings, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Bealings
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Bealings has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Bealings
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Bealings
Many people in Bealings delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Bealings 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 Bealings. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bealings
This section helps connect Bealings, Suffolk to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Great Bealings, Kesgrave, Playford, Culpho, Martlesham Heath, and Grundisburgh.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bealings
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bealings often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bealings?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bealings is Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Suffolk Orthodontics (2.3 miles) and Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bealings?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Bealings, 15 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bealings?
The nearest practice to Bealings that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 2.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich (2.8 miles) and Foxhall Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bealings, Suffolk?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bealings, Suffolk?
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.