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Orthodontic practices near Brighton

On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Brighton, 22 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Trafalgar Street Dental Practice in Brighton, 0.2 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Trafalgar Street Dental PracticeBrighton0.2 miles south-east–––3.1 (90 reviews)
Preston Circus Dental PracticeBrighton0.2 miles north-east––✓4.3 (129 reviews)
Albion Dental BrightonBrighton0.3 miles south-east✓–✓4.6 (474 reviews)
The Dental Practice UKBrighton0.4 miles north–––4.9 (76 reviews)
Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton0.5 miles south–––4.9 (385 reviews)
Brighton Dental ClinicBrighton0.6 miles south–✓✓4.8 (228 reviews)
Brunswick Road Dental PracticeHove0.8 miles south-west✓–✓4.2 (153 reviews)
The Implant Centre - Brighton & Hove BranchBrighton1.0 miles west–✓✓4.8 (274 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Brighton with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brighton, 0.2 miles south-east; the next are Hove (0.8 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5.8 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Brighton110.2 miles south-east
Hove40.8 miles south-west
Shoreham-by-Sea15.8 miles west
Burgess Hill67.3 miles north
Worthing710.1 miles west
Haywards Heath110.9 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Brighton

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Burgess Hill Dental (5.0 from 369 reviews), 8.6 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill5.0 (369 reviews)8.6 miles north
NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill5.0 (210 reviews)8.7 miles north
George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill5.0 (18 reviews)8.6 miles north
Splash OrthodonticsBrighton4.9 (649 reviews)1.7 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Brighton at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBrighton and Hove
NHS dental servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Population277,103
Residents under 168.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,860 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally3.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally34.2% aged 16 to 24 and 37.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car60.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre9,466 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England
Access within Brighton and Hove2nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county3.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Brighton and Hove
Nearest secondary schoolsCardinal Newman Catholic School — 0.9 miles
Dorothy Stringer School — 1.3 miles
Varndean School — 1.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles8 schools, about 11,140 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area77 schools, 33,623 pupils (DfE)
Orthodontic practices on record11
Practices within 10 and 20 miles22 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsBN50, BN88

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 Brighton

The nearest practice to Brighton is Trafalgar Street Dental Practice in Brighton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 59.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Brighton Dental Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Albion Dental Brighton (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Brighton list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Brighton are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Albion Dental Brighton, under a mile away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Brighton

Brighton and Hove12 nearby locations

Local orthodontic treatment in Brighton

Orthodontist in Brighton: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Brighton, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Brighton and Hove and the surrounding area. Brighton — a city with a population of around 277,103 — is covered on this page specifically.

Local orthodontic signals in Brighton

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 11 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Brighton or nearby searches; 7 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 4 mention fixed braces; 5 include NHS signals and 12 include private treatment signals; 3 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 3, wheelchair access from 2, and evening or weekend availability from 3. Nearby practice records include Albion Dental Brighton, Brighton Dental Clinic, Duke Street Dental Centre, MK Dental and Implant Clinic, and Preston Circus Dental Practice.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Hollingdean, The City of Brighton and Hove, Kemp Town, Preston Park, Withdean, and Hove.

Brighton in numbers

With a population of roughly 277,103, Brighton is a city within Brighton and Hove. The nearest other location we cover is Hollingdean, around 1 km to the north-east.

Brighton in context

By ONS classification, Brighton falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Brighton. Census data puts only 8.8% of Brighton's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 3.7% of the 1,860 residents in Brighton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Brighton and Hove. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Brighton has more choice than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Brighton are Cardinal Newman Catholic School (0.9 miles) and Dorothy Stringer School (1.3 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Brighton's Local Authority has 77 schools educating 33,623 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Brighton close to the England median.

Orthodontic Treatments in Brighton

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Brighton 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. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Hollingdean, The City of Brighton and Hove and Kemp Town regularly visit orthodontists in Brighton.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Brighton

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

The Orthodontic Journey in Brighton

Orthodontic treatment in Brighton 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Hollingdean, The City of Brighton and Hove and Kemp Town regularly visit orthodontists in Brighton.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Brighton

Our database currently lists 11 orthodontic practices in and around Brighton. Brighton is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With just 8.8% of residents under 16, Brighton skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 3.7% of the 1,860 residents in Brighton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Brighton and Hove. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Brighton is better served than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Brighton are Cardinal Newman Catholic School (0.9 miles) and Dorothy Stringer School (1.3 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Brighton's Local Authority area covers 77 schools and 33,623 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Brighton is roughly mid-table for England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Hollingdean, The City of Brighton and Hove, and Kemp Town regularly make use of Brighton's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Brighton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Brighton

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Brighton often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Brighton?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Brighton is Trafalgar Street Dental Practice in Brighton, about 0.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Preston Circus Dental Practice (0.2 miles) and Albion Dental Brighton (0.3 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Brighton?

Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Brighton, 22 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Brighton?

The nearest practice to Brighton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Albion Dental Brighton, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Brunswick Road Dental Practice (0.8 miles) and The Town House Dental Practice (1.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Brighton, Brighton and Hove?

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 Brighton, Brighton and Hove?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitleBrighton, Brighton and Hove Smile Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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