Retainers in Broadbridge Heath at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Dr Mark O'Hara, Horsham — 1.5 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | East Mews Dental Care, Horsham — 1.6 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 21.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of 2,098 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 4 within 5 miles, 10 within 10, 100 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,471 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 Broadbridge Heath listing retainers
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Broadbridge Heath, 10 practices within 10 and 100 practices within 20. The closest is Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, 1.4 miles east. The nearest listing retainers is Dr Mark O'Hara, 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mark O'HaraHorsham | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
| Crawley Dental ClinicCrawley | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| West Green Dental PracticeCrawley | 7.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery CrawleyCrawley | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Mary Yates OrthodonticsHaywards Heath | 11.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Broadbridge Heath with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Horsham, 1.5 miles south-east; the next are Crawley (7.1 miles east) and Haywards Heath (11.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Horsham | 2 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Crawley | 3 | 7.1 miles east |
| Haywards Heath | 2 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Burgess Hill | 1 | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Reigate | 1 | 13.3 miles north-east |
| Godalming | 1 | 13.7 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Broadbridge Heath
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Reigate Specialist Orthodontic Practice in Redhill (5.0 from 141 reviews), 13.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 5.0 (141 reviews) | 13.7 miles north-east |
| Gateway Dental | Burgess Hill DentistBurgess Hill | 4.9 (629 reviews) | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery CrawleyCrawley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Surrey Orthodontics in GodalmingGodalming | 4.9 (75 reviews) | 13.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Broadbridge Heath
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Dr Mark O'Hara, Horsham (1.5 miles) | Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (2.7 miles); Crawley Dental Clinic (7.1 miles) | 11 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | East Mews Dental Care, Horsham (1.6 miles) | Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (2.7 miles); Crawley Dental Clinic (7.1 miles) | 14 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Dr Mark O'Hara, Horsham (1.5 miles) | Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (2.7 miles); Crawley Dental Clinic (7.1 miles) | 5 |
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.
The result you paid for is only as durable as your commitment to retainers. Teeth are under constant biological pressure to move, and retainers are the only reliable counter. Orthodontists in Broadbridge Heath typically fit them the same day braces come off.
Retainer Services in Broadbridge Heath
Practices serving Broadbridge Heath differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Broadbridge Heath falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Broadbridge Heath falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. 21.5% of Broadbridge Heath's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Broadbridge Heath, 8.3% of the 2,098 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Broadbridge Heath is better served than 56% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Broadbridge Heath attend schools such as Tanbridge House School (0.5 miles) and Millais School (2.3 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Broadbridge Heath sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broadbridge Heath is about 32 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London. See local practice availability in Broadbridge Heath → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Broadbridge Heath usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Broadbridge Heath can usually provide replacement retainers.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Broadbridge Heath?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in Broadbridge Heath now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
The Retainer Wear Schedule
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Because a fixed retainer removes the compliance question entirely, it's the surest safeguard against long-term drift.
A retainer that no longer seats is a warning sign — get it checked promptly. Catching movement early usually means a fresh retainer, not a full course of retreatment.
Post-Brace Care in Broadbridge Heath
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Broadbridge Heath, protecting the result begins. How diligently you wear retainers is what separates a lasting result from gradual relapse. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for.
Keeping Teeth Straight Long-Term in Broadbridge Heath
The practical commitment is modest: a fixed wire you don't think about, plus a removable retainer worn while sleeping. The reward is a straight smile that lasts decades. If you notice your removable retainer getting tighter or no longer fitting, contact an orthodontist promptly — early correction is far less costly than retreatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Broadbridge Heath
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broadbridge Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broadbridge Heath is Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, about 1.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Dr Mark O'Hara (1.5 miles) and East Mews Dental Care (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broadbridge Heath?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Broadbridge Heath, 10 practices within 10 miles and 100 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Broadbridge Heath?
The nearest practice to Broadbridge Heath that lists retainers is Dr Mark O'Hara in Horsham, about 1.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (2.7 miles) and Crawley Dental Clinic (7.1 miles).
Is Broadbridge Heath a family area?
Around 21.5% of Broadbridge Heath's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Broadbridge Heath?
Broadbridge Heath sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Broadbridge Heath rural or urban?
ONS classifies Broadbridge Heath as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Broadbridge Heath compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Broadbridge Heath is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Can I get retainers without having had braces?
Retainers hold position, they don't move teeth — so they only help once alignment is already good. If your teeth are naturally straight and you just want to guard against age-related drift, a dentist can discuss whether one makes sense, but it won't fix existing crookedness.
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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