Orthodontic practices near Bedford Place
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Bedford Place, 25 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton, 0.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 0.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 0.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE LSouthampton | 0.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (92 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 0.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bedford Place with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 0.4 miles south-west; the next are Portswood (0.7 miles north) and Bursledon (3.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 0.7 miles north |
| Bursledon | 1 | 3.6 miles east |
| Totton | 1 | 3.8 miles west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 4.5 miles north-east |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 5.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bedford Place
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Winchester Orthodontic Practice (5.0 from 101 reviews), 10.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 10.3 miles north |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 10.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bedford Place at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Southampton |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,874 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 24.1% aged 16 to 24 and 37% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 43.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 13,424 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within Southampton | 10th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Southampton |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Anne's Catholic School — 0.4 miles St Mark's Church of England School — 1.1 miles Upper Shirley High School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 12,046 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 35,292 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portland Street Dental Care, Southampton — under a mile Specialist Endodontic Centre, Portswood — under a mile Smilemakers, Bursledon — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 60 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SO14 |
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 Bedford Place
Bedford Place has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (10.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Bedford Place list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Bedford Place are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bedford Place
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Orthodontist in Bedford Place: Before booking anything in Bedford Place, 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 Southampton.
Bedford Place in context
Bedford Place's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Bedford Place falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 24% of Bedford Place's residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9% of the 1,874 residents in Bedford Place's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Southampton. Bedford Place has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in England. Families in Bedford Place are served by secondary schools including St Anne's Catholic School (0.4 miles) and St Mark's Church of England School (1.1 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Bedford Place's Local Authority has 83 schools educating 35,292 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Bedford Place sits among the more deprived areas of England.
Local orthodontic signals in Bedford Place
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bedford Place. The nearest we do hold are Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton, under a mile away; Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, under a mile away; and Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 4 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
Related pages for Kingsland Place, Nichols Town, Bevois Mount, Polygon, Southampton, and Banister's Park are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local snapshot of Bedford Place
The nearest other location we cover is Kingsland Place, under 1 km to the north.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Bedford Place
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Bedford Place has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Bedford Place — Local Context
Practices serving Bedford Place differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Bedford Place — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With 24% of residents under 16, Bedford Place has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around Bedford Place, 9% of the 1,874 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Southampton, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (17), Bedford Place has more choice than 88% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Bedford Place are St Anne's Catholic School (0.4 miles) and St Mark's Church of England School (1.1 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Bedford Place's Local Authority has 83 schools educating 35,292 pupils (DfE data). Bedford Place falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bedford Place. The nearest recorded are Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton, under a mile away; Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, under a mile away; and Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 4 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bedford Place
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bedford Place helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Bedford Place
- 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?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Bedford Place 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 Bedford Place. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bedford Place
This section helps connect Bedford Place, Southampton to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Kingsland Place, Nichols Town, Bevois Mount, Polygon, Southampton, and Banister's Park may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Bedford Place
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bedford Place often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bedford Place?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bedford Place is Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Bedford Place Dentist (0.4 miles) and Hampshire Dentists (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bedford Place?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Bedford Place, 25 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bedford Place?
The nearest practice to Bedford Place that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Specialist Endodontic Centre (0.7 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (1.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bedford Place, Southampton?
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 Bedford Place, Southampton?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.