Orthodontic practices near Caversham
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Caversham, 27 practices within 10 and 119 practices within 20. The closest is Riverside Dental Centre in Reading, 0.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Dental CentreReading | 0.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (89 reviews) |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 0.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (263 reviews) |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 1.0 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (75 reviews) |
| Reading SmilesReading | 1.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (734 reviews) |
| Puresmile Reading Dental And ImplantsReading | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (245 reviews) |
| DrBK Clinic ReadingReading | 1.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Markham Associates Dental SurgeonsReading | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Kendrick View Dental Practice - ReadingReading | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (231 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Caversham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Reading, 0.4 miles south-west; the next are Mapledurham (2.6 miles west) and Lower Earley (3.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 13 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Mapledurham | 1 | 2.6 miles west |
| Lower Earley | 4 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Calcot | 2 | 3.3 miles west |
| Wokingham | 6 | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Bracknell | 1 | 9.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Caversham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Earley Dental Practice in Reading (5.0 from 389 reviews), 2.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (389 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (263 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-west |
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Caversham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Reading |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,695 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,060 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within Reading | 2nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 8 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 12.9% here, against 7.7% across neighbourhoods in Reading |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | River Academy — 0.8 miles Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.8 miles Kendrick School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 12,621 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 72 schools, 26,939 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Riverside Dental Centre, Reading — under a mile U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Mapledurham — 3 miles The Haven Dental Practice, Lower Earley — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 119 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 Caversham
The nearest practice to Caversham is Riverside Dental Centre in Reading, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 119.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Puresmile Reading Dental And Implants (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Reading Smiles (1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Caversham 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 Caversham are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Puresmile Reading Dental And Implants, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Caversham
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Orthodontist in Caversham: This page was put together for people in Caversham who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Reading and the surrounding area.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Lower Caversham, Reading, Hemdean Bottom, Emmer Green, Littlestead Green, and Tokers Green.
Area profile for Caversham
Caversham is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 22.4% of Caversham's residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 12.9% of the 1,695 residents in Caversham's census neighbourhood, above the 7.7% average across Reading. With 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, Caversham is better served than 91% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Caversham are River Academy (0.8 miles) and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (0.8 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. Caversham's Local Authority area covers 72 schools and 26,939 pupils, according to DfE figures. Caversham falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Caversham is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local context for Caversham
Lower Caversham is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Caversham.
Local treatment availability around Caversham
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Caversham. The nearest recorded are Riverside Dental Centre in Reading, under a mile away; U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic in Mapledurham, about 3 miles away; and The Haven Dental Practice in Lower Earley, about 3 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Caversham
Many people in Caversham delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Caversham
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Caversham
Practices serving Caversham differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Caversham falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Caversham skews family-heavy: 22.4% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 12.9% of the 1,695 residents in Caversham's census neighbourhood, above the 7.7% average across Reading. Caversham has 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Caversham are River Academy (0.8 miles) and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (0.8 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 72 schools and 26,939 pupils across Caversham's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Caversham among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Caversham is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 37 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Caversham
The orthodontic landscape in Caversham offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Caversham
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Caversham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Caversham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Caversham
If Caversham, Reading is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can keep exploring with related pages for Lower Caversham, Reading, Hemdean Bottom, Emmer Green, Littlestead Green, and Tokers Green.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Caversham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Caversham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Caversham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Caversham is Riverside Dental Centre in Reading, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Caversham Heights Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Toothpick Dental Staff Agency Ltd (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Caversham?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Caversham, 27 practices within 10 miles and 119 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Caversham?
The nearest practice to Caversham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Puresmile Reading Dental And Implants, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading (1.3 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTD (1.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Caversham, Reading?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Caversham, Reading?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.