Orthodontic practices near Burford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Burford; 3 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 6.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
| High Street Dental PracticeWitney | 6.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Witney Brace PlaceWitney | 6.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Smile With UsKidlington | 14.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 15.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 15.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 15.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
| Specialist Orthodontic Solutions CirencesterCirencester | 15.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Witney, 6.8 miles east; the next are Kidlington (14.9 miles east) and Oxford (15.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witney | 3 | 6.8 miles east |
| Kidlington | 3 | 14.9 miles east |
| Oxford | 9 | 15.1 miles east |
| Cirencester | 3 | 15.4 miles south-west |
| Broad Blunsdon | 2 | 15.8 miles south-west |
| Swindon | 3 | 16.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Burford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mayhew Dental in Swindon (5.0 from 336 reviews), 17.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 17.3 miles south |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 18.2 miles south-east |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - CheltenhamBroad Blunsdon | 5.0 (20 reviews) | 16.3 miles south-west |
| Accessible OrthodonticsOxford | 4.9 (449 reviews) | 16.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Burford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Oxfordshire |
| 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,184 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,974 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 73 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 368th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Burford School — 0.4 miles Carterton Community College — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,452 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Buttercross Dental Practice, Witney — 7 miles Smile With Us, Kidlington — 15 miles Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, Oxford — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 54 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 Burford
From Burford the nearest practice is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 6.8 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 54.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford (15.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (16.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Burford list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 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 Burford are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 6.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Burford to Buttercross Dental Practice is roughly 15 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 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Burford
Oxfordshire12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Burford
Orthodontist in Burford: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Burford? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Oxfordshire. Burford — a small village with a population of around 1,184 — is covered on this page specifically.
Burford in numbers
Burford is home to around 1,184 people, classing it as a small village within Oxfordshire. Westhall Hill is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Burford.
Local treatment availability around Burford
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Burford. The closest on record are Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 7 miles away; Smile With Us in Kidlington, about 15 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 15 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Pages for Westhall Hill, Fulbrook, Taynton, Westwell, Shilton, and Swinbrook follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What official data says about Burford
Classified by ONS as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, Burford sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.9% of residents under 16, Burford skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,974 residents in Burford's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. People in Burford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Burford attend schools such as Burford School (0.4 miles) and Carterton Community College (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Burford's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Burford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Burford can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Burford
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Burford
Orthodontic treatment in Burford is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Burford
- 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 Burford
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Burford — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Burford's ONS geography type is larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Burford. With just 13.9% of residents under 16, Burford skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Burford, 6.9% of the 1,974 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Burford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Families in Burford are served by secondary schools including Burford School (0.4 miles) and Carterton Community College (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Burford 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 Burford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Burford
These links help widen your research beyond Burford, Oxfordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Westhall Hill, Fulbrook, Taynton, Westwell, Shilton, and Swinbrook.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Burford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Burford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burford is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 6.8 miles to the east. The next closest are High Street Dental Practice (6.9 miles) and Witney Brace Place (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Burford, 3 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Witney, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burford?
The nearest practice to Burford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 6.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Ridentes Dental Practice (15.0 miles) and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford (15.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Burford, Oxfordshire?
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 Burford, Oxfordshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.