Orthodontic practices near Bignor
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Bignor; 17 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is The Admor Group in Littlehampton, 8.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Admor GroupLittlehampton | 8.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (2 reviews) |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 8.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| Jubilee Dental CentreChichester | 8.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (38 reviews) |
| Abbots Lodge Dental PracticeLittlehampton | 8.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (138 reviews) |
| Pringle OrthodonticsLittlehampton | 8.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| City Dental Lab LtdChichester | 8.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (5 reviews) |
| Transform Smiles Specialist Dental CentreChichester | 8.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (46 reviews) |
| Dental StudioChichester | 9.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bignor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Littlehampton, 8.3 miles south-east; the next are Bognor Regis (8.7 miles south) and Chichester (8.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Littlehampton | 3 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 8.7 miles south |
| Chichester | 10 | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Worthing | 8 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Havant | 1 | 15.1 miles west |
| Emsworth | 1 | 15.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bignor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is East Mews Dental Care in Horsham (5.0 from 360 reviews), 15.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 5.0 (360 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-east |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 15.2 miles west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bignor at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chichester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 12.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,019 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.9% aged 16 to 24 and 19.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 33 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Sussex | 322nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ormiston Six Villages Academy — 6.0 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Admor Group, Littlehampton — 8 miles Newholme Dental Practice, Bognor Regis — 9 miles Jubilee Dental Centre, Chichester — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 43 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 Bignor
From Bignor the nearest practice is The Admor Group in Littlehampton, 8.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Pallant Advanced Dentistry (9.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Pringle Orthodontics (8.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Bignor list clear aligners, the nearest 8.8 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 Bignor are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, 9.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Bignor to The Admor Group is roughly 20 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 220 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bignor
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Bignor at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Barlavington, around 2 km to the north.
Continue your local research
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Barlavington, Duncton, Bury Common, Madehurst, Lower Horncroft, and Watersfield may also help.
What official data says about Bignor
ONS classifies Bignor as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Bignor falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Bignor's under-16 share, 12.4%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,019 residents in the neighbourhood around Bignor, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Bignor has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Families in Bignor are served by secondary schools including Ormiston Six Villages Academy (6.0 miles). Bignor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
What we know about practices near Bignor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bignor itself. The nearest we do hold are The Admor Group in Littlehampton, about 8 miles away; Newholme Dental Practice in Bognor Regis, about 9 miles away; and Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, about 9 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bignor
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Bignor has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bignor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Bignor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Bignor
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bignor helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Areas We Cover Around Bignor
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bignor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bignor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bignor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bignor is The Admor Group in Littlehampton, about 8.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Newholme Dental Practice (8.7 miles) and Jubilee Dental Centre (8.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bignor?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Bignor, 17 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Littlehampton, 8.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bignor?
The nearest practice to Bignor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, about 9.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Sussex Orthodontics (9.7 miles) and PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS) (9.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bignor, West Sussex?
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 Bignor, West Sussex?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.