Orthodontic practices near Bucklebury
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Bucklebury, 14 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre in Newbury, 5.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic CentreNewbury | 5.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Newbury Orthodontic CentreNewbury | 5.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (170 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRENewbury | 5.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| John Davies Dental LaboratoryNewbury | 5.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| 20/20 Dental PracticeNewbury | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Newbury Smile StudioNewbury | 5.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| Westbrook House Dental & Implant CentreNewbury | 5.3 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (17 reviews) |
| The Briars Dental CentreNewbury | 5.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (276 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bucklebury with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newbury, 5.0 miles south-west; the next are Calcot (7.3 miles east) and Mapledurham (8.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newbury | 9 | 5.0 miles south-west |
| Calcot | 2 | 7.3 miles east |
| Mapledurham | 1 | 8.2 miles east |
| Reading | 13 | 9.0 miles east |
| Monk Sherborne | 1 | 11.0 miles south |
| Harwell | 1 | 11.3 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 Bucklebury
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Guinea Court Dental Surgery in Old Basing (5.0 from 410 reviews), 11.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Guinea Court Dental SurgeryOld Basing | 5.0 (410 reviews) | 11.6 miles south-east |
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (389 reviews) | 12.0 miles east |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (263 reviews) | 10.3 miles east |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 10.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bucklebury at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Berkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,553 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 95 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Berkshire | 70th closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 4.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.7% here, against 8.3% across neighbourhoods in West Berkshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kennet School — 2.6 miles Trinity School — 4.8 miles The Hurst School — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,824 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 98 schools, 29,723 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre, Newbury — 5 miles Park Lane Orthodontics, Calcot — 7 miles U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Mapledurham — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 68 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 Bucklebury
From Bucklebury the nearest practice is Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre in Newbury, 5 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 14 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care) (7.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (8.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Bucklebury list clear aligners, the nearest 5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Bucklebury are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Newbury Orthodontic Centre, 5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Bucklebury to Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre is roughly 10 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 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bucklebury
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Orthodontist in Bucklebury: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Bucklebury? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It connects local orthodontic research in Bucklebury with the wider West Berkshire area.
Local snapshot of Bucklebury
Just around 1 km west, The Slade is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Bucklebury
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Bucklebury sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 19.3% of Bucklebury's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bucklebury, 8.7% of the 1,553 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 8.3% average across West Berkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Bucklebury usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Bucklebury attend schools such as Kennet School (2.6 miles) and Trinity School (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Bucklebury's Local Authority has 98 schools educating 29,723 pupils (DfE data). Bucklebury's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Compare nearby areas
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for The Slade, Frilsham, Upper Bucklebury, Chapel Row, Midgham, and Yattendon.
Practice signals around Bucklebury
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bucklebury itself. The nearest recorded are Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre in Newbury, about 5 miles away; Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 7 miles away; and U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic in Mapledurham, about 8 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bucklebury
Patients in Bucklebury have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Bucklebury
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bucklebury
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bucklebury 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.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Bucklebury
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bucklebury
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Bucklebury — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Bucklebury sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Bucklebury's under-16 share sits at 19.3%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bucklebury, 8.7% of the 1,553 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 8.3% average across West Berkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Bucklebury usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Bucklebury attend schools such as Kennet School (2.6 miles) and Trinity School (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 98 schools and 29,723 pupils across Bucklebury's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Bucklebury among England's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bucklebury. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bucklebury
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Bucklebury, West Berkshire. This page links onward to The Slade, Frilsham, Upper Bucklebury, Chapel Row, Midgham, and Yattendon for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Bucklebury
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bucklebury often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bucklebury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bucklebury is Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic Centre in Newbury, about 5.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Newbury Orthodontic Centre (5.0 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bucklebury?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Bucklebury, 14 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bucklebury?
The nearest practice to Bucklebury that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Newbury Orthodontic Centre, about 5.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.0 miles) and 20/20 Dental Practice (5.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bucklebury, West Berkshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bucklebury, West Berkshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.