Costs in Boorley Green at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Smilemakers, Bursledon — 3.1 miles; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Smilemakers, Bursledon — 3.1 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 5 within 5 miles, 37 within 10, 62 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 47.1% aged 25 to 49 of 2,131 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Hampshire | 341st closest to a practice of 737 places in the county; the county median is 3.3 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Boorley Green that list payment plans
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Boorley Green, 37 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Smilemakers in Bursledon, 3.1 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Smilemakers, 3.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmilemakersBursledon | 3.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 3.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| South Cliff Dental Group, Central SouthamptonEastleigh | 4.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.1 (640 reviews) |
| Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton | 5.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (356 reviews) |
| The Dental GroupPortswood | 5.0 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (425 reviews) |
| OMUOwslebury | 5.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Boorley Green with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Bursledon, 3.1 miles south-west; the next are Southampton (3.3 miles west) and Eastleigh (4.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bursledon | 1 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Southampton | 10 | 3.3 miles west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 4.2 miles north-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 5.0 miles west |
| Owslebury | 2 | 5.4 miles north |
| Fareham | 5 | 6.7 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 Boorley Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Winchester Orthodontic Practice (5.0 from 101 reviews), 8.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 8.6 miles north |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 5.4 miles west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 5.7 miles west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 6.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Boorley Green, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Smilemakers, the nearest practice on our register (3.1 miles away, about 4 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £75 | £1,535 to £3,575 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £75 | £2,035 to £4,575 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £75 | £4,035 to £8,075 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £1,520 to £5,535 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £2,520 to £5,535 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Boorley Green
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic, Southampton (5 miles) | Hampshire Dentists (5.6 miles); The Smiles Studio (5.7 miles) | 5 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Smilemakers, Bursledon (3.1 miles) | Octagon Dental Centre (3.3 miles); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (5 miles) | 13 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic, Southampton (5 miles) | Specialist Endodontic Centre (5.4 miles); SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L (5.6 miles) | 12 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Smilemakers, Bursledon (3.1 miles) | Octagon Dental Centre (3.3 miles); South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton (4.2 miles) | 27 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Smilemakers, Bursledon (3.1 miles) | Octagon Dental Centre (3.3 miles); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (5 miles) | 17 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Octagon Dental Centre, Southampton (3.3 miles) | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (5 miles); Bedford Place Dentist (5.6 miles) | 9 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Boorley Green. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
What Affects Orthodontic Costs?
Treatment type is the biggest driver. Metal is cheapest, ceramic more, aligners and lingual more again — each appliance has different manufacture, fitting and adjustment costs.
Case complexity is the second big lever: the harder the case, the longer the course and the higher the fee, whatever you're treated with.
Number of arches affects the total — treating both upper and lower costs more than one arch alone. Confirm whether a quote covers both before comparing.
Retainers are essential and sometimes billed separately (typically £80–£350 per arch, depending on type). Some practices include them; always confirm which.
Refinements are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Boorley Green, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
What Each Treatment Costs in Boorley Green
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Boorley Green:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Boorley Green. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Boorley Green — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Boorley Green
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Boorley Green generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Provision in Boorley Green varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Boorley Green sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 32.1% of Boorley Green's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Boorley Green, 8.7% of the 2,131 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Boorley Green has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Boorley Green attend schools such as Deer Park School (0.5 miles) and Wildern School (1.2 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Boorley Green sits among the less deprived areas of England. See local practice availability in Boorley Green → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Boorley Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boorley Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boorley Green is Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Octagon Dental Centre (3.3 miles) and South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Boorley Green?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Boorley Green, 37 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Boorley Green offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Boorley Green that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Octagon Dental Centre (3.3 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (5.0 miles).
How many families live in Boorley Green?
32.1% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What NHS area is Boorley Green in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Boorley Green?
By ONS classification, Boorley Green falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Boorley Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Boorley Green is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How much do aligners cost?
Clear aligner costs range from around £1,500 for simple entry-level systems to £5,500+ for comprehensive Invisalign treatment. The fee should include all trays, refinements, and retainers. Always confirm what is and isn't included before signing a treatment agreement.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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