Orthodontic practices near Butlocks Heath
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Butlocks Heath, 29 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Smilemakers in Bursledon, 1.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmilemakersBursledon | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 2.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 3.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 3.3 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 3.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 3.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 3.7 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 Butlocks Heath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bursledon, 1.2 miles north-east; the next are Southampton (2.5 miles north) and Portswood (3.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bursledon | 1 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Southampton | 10 | 2.5 miles north |
| Portswood | 3 | 3.9 miles north-west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 6.2 miles north |
| Totton | 1 | 6.9 miles west |
| Fareham | 5 | 7.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Butlocks Heath
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), 3.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 7.4 miles east |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 8.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Butlocks Heath 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,943 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 472 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% 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 | 104th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hamble School — 0.7 miles Oasis Academy Mayfield — 0.9 miles Weston Secondary School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,467 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smilemakers, Bursledon — 1 miles Octagon Dental Centre, Southampton — 2 miles Specialist Endodontic Centre, Portswood — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 63 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 Butlocks Heath
Butlocks Heath is 1.2 miles from Smilemakers in Bursledon, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (7.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Butlocks Heath list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Butlocks Heath are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, 3.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Butlocks Heath
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Local context for Butlocks Heath
Just under 1 km north, Hound is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Useful local orthodontic context for Butlocks Heath
There is no orthodontist on our records in Butlocks Heath itself. The nearest recorded are Smilemakers in Bursledon, about a mile away; Octagon Dental Centre in Southampton, about 2 miles away; and Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, about 4 miles away.
The local picture in Butlocks Heath
By ONS classification, Butlocks Heath falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Butlocks Heath sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,943 residents in the neighbourhood around Butlocks Heath, 5.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Butlocks Heath has more choice than 79% of towns in England. Families in Butlocks Heath are served by secondary schools including The Hamble School (0.7 miles) and Oasis Academy Mayfield (0.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Butlocks Heath falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Hound, Netley, Old Netley, Bursledon, Lowford, and Sholing can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Butlocks Heath
Patients in Butlocks Heath 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Butlocks Heath
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Butlocks Heath — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Butlocks Heath
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Butlocks Heath helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Butlocks Heath runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
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Areas We Cover Around Butlocks Heath
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Frequently Asked Questions in Butlocks Heath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Butlocks Heath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Butlocks Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Butlocks Heath is Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Octagon Dental Centre (2.5 miles) and Ferry Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Butlocks Heath?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Butlocks Heath, 29 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Butlocks Heath?
The nearest practice to Butlocks Heath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, about 3.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Specialist Endodontic Centre (3.9 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Butlocks Heath, Hampshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Butlocks Heath, Hampshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.