Orthodontic practices near Bursledon
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Bursledon, 30 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Smilemakers in Bursledon, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmilemakersBursledon | 0.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 2.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 3.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 3.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 3.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 4.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 4.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 4.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bursledon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bursledon, 0.2 miles north; the next are Southampton (2.2 miles north-west) and Portswood (4.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bursledon | 1 | 0.2 miles north |
| Southampton | 10 | 2.2 miles north-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 5.7 miles north |
| Fareham | 5 | 6.7 miles east |
| Totton | 1 | 7.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bursledon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood (5.0 from 92 reviews), 4.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 4.2 miles north-west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 3.8 miles west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 6.7 miles east |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 8.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bursledon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Eastleigh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 6,894 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,313 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 39.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,141 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Hampshire | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Mayfield — 1.1 miles The Hamble School — 1.2 miles Weston Secondary School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 9,051 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 61 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 Bursledon
Bursledon has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smilemakers in Bursledon is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (4.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Bursledon list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Bursledon are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, 4.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bursledon
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Orthodontist in Bursledon: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Bursledon keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Hampshire. Bursledon — a small town with a population of around 6,894 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Bursledon
By ONS classification, Bursledon falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Bursledon falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. 18.4% of Bursledon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,313 residents in Bursledon's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Bursledon has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Bursledon are Oasis Academy Mayfield (1.1 miles) and The Hamble School (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Bursledon's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Practice signals around Bursledon
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 1 published orthodontic practice in the database currently link to Bursledon or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 0 include NHS signals and 1 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 1. Nearby practice records include Smilemakers.
Local context for Bursledon
With a population of roughly 6,894, Bursledon is a small town within Hampshire. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Lowford, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Lowford, Netley Hill, Old Netley, Lower Swanwick, Butlocks Heath, and Hound.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bursledon
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bursledon 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. People from Lowford, Old Netley and Netley Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Bursledon.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bursledon
There is 1 orthodontic practice in our database covering Bursledon. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Bursledon sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,313 residents in the neighbourhood around Bursledon, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bursledon is better served than 79% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Bursledon attend schools such as Oasis Academy Mayfield (1.1 miles) and The Hamble School (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Bursledon sits among the less deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Lowford, Old Netley, and Netley Hill regularly make use of Bursledon's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bursledon
Patients in Bursledon have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Lowford, Old Netley and Netley Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Bursledon.
Treatment Options in Bursledon — Local Context
We track 1 orthodontic practice serving Bursledon and the surrounding area. Bursledon is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,313 residents in the neighbourhood around Bursledon, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Bursledon has more choice than 79% of towns in England. Families in Bursledon are served by secondary schools including Oasis Academy Mayfield (1.1 miles) and The Hamble School (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Bursledon among England's less deprived areas. Of the 1 orthodontic practice recorded for Bursledon and the surrounding area, 1 records private treatment, 1 advertises clear aligners and 1 mentions payment plans or finance. On practical access, 1 lists evening or weekend appointments, 1 mentions parking and 1 records step-free or wheelchair access. These counts come from what each practice publishes, so treat them as a starting point for enquiries rather than a complete picture of what is available. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. People from Lowford, Old Netley, and Netley Hill regularly make use of Bursledon's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bursledon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bursledon
This part of the page places Bursledon, Hampshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Lowford, Netley Hill, Old Netley, Lower Swanwick, Butlocks Heath, and Hound.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bursledon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bursledon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bursledon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bursledon is Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Octagon Dental Centre (2.2 miles) and Ferry Dental Centre (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bursledon?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Bursledon, 30 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bursledon?
The nearest practice to Bursledon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, about 4.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Specialist Endodontic Centre (4.2 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bursledon, Hampshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bursledon, Hampshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.