Orthodontic practices near Chatteris
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Chatteris; 2 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Ely Smiles, 10.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely SmilesEly | 10.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (15 reviews) |
| Whittlesey Dental CareWhittlesey | 10.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (279 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsEly | 10.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsHuntingdon | 13.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| London Road Dental PracticePeterborough | 14.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (38 reviews) |
| WeCare Dental - StangroundPeterborough | 14.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (608 reviews) |
| Peterborough Dental HubPeterborough | 14.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,308 reviews) |
| Peterborough Orthodontic CentrePeterborough | 14.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (343 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chatteris with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ely, 10.0 miles south-east; the next are Whittlesey (10.0 miles north-west) and Huntingdon (13.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ely | 2 | 10.0 miles south-east |
| Whittlesey | 1 | 10.0 miles north-west |
| Huntingdon | 1 | 13.8 miles south-west |
| Peterborough | 10 | 14.2 miles north-west |
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 16.3 miles south-west |
| Castor | 2 | 16.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Chatteris
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Williamson Dental in Cambridge (5.0 from 72 reviews), 17.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 17.8 miles south |
| Peterborough Dental HubPeterborough | 4.9 (1,308 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-west |
| Whittlesey Dental CareWhittlesey | 4.9 (279 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-west |
| The Priestgate ClinicPeterborough | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 14.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chatteris at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fenland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 10,298 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,743 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 | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 37.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,347 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 327th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cromwell Community College — 0.7 miles Neale-Wade Academy — 5.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,539 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ely Smiles, Ely — 10 miles Whittlesey Dental Care, Whittlesey — 10 miles Anglia Orthodontics, Huntingdon — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 31 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | {my}dentist — 6 miles |
| Postcode districts | PE16 |
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 Chatteris
From Chatteris the nearest practice is Ely Smiles, 10 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 31.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (13.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Oralcare (15 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Chatteris list clear aligners, the nearest 10 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 Chatteris are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Whittlesey Dental Care, 10 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Chatteris to Ely Smiles is roughly 20 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 260 to 520 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £115 to £235 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 260 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chatteris
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Orthodontist in Chatteris: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Chatteris understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Chatteris and the wider Cambridgeshire area. Chatteris — a market town with a population of around 10,298 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Chatteris
Chatteris's ONS geography type is urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Chatteris falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Chatteris's under-16 share sits at 19.7%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Chatteris, 6.9% of the 1,743 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Chatteris usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Chatteris attend schools such as Cromwell Community College (0.7 miles) and Neale-Wade Academy (5.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Chatteris among England's more deprived areas.
Practice data for Chatteris
There is no orthodontist on our records in Chatteris itself. The closest on record are Ely Smiles, about 10 miles away; Whittlesey Dental Care, about 10 miles away; and Anglia Orthodontics in Huntingdon, about 14 miles away.
Local context for Chatteris
Chatteris has a population of around 10,298, making it a market town within Cambridgeshire. Just around 3 km north-west, Swingbrow is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Swingbrow, Wenny Severals, Doddington, Horseway, Wimblington, and Sutton Gault.
Orthodontic Treatments in Chatteris
Patients in Chatteris 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.
Treatment Options in Chatteris — Local Context
No orthodontic practice covers Chatteris directly, though {my}dentist (about 6 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Chatteris's ONS geography type is urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 19.7% of Chatteris's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Chatteris, 6.9% of the 1,743 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Chatteris has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. Families in Chatteris are served by secondary schools including Cromwell Community College (0.7 miles) and Neale-Wade Academy (5.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Chatteris among England's more deprived areas. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Chatteris. The nearest we do hold are Ely Smiles, about 10 miles away; Whittlesey Dental Care, about 10 miles away; and Anglia Orthodontics in Huntingdon, about 14 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Chatteris
Many people in Chatteris delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chatteris
There's no orthodontist on record in Chatteris itself; the nearest dentist, {my}dentist, is about 6 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Chatteris is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. 19.7% of Chatteris's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Chatteris, 6.9% of the 1,743 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Chatteris usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. Families in Chatteris are served by secondary schools including Cromwell Community College (0.7 miles) and Neale-Wade Academy (5.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Chatteris sits among the more deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chatteris. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chatteris
These local links are here for anyone comparing Chatteris, Cambridgeshire against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Swingbrow, Wenny Severals, Doddington, Horseway, Wimblington, and Sutton Gault.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Chatteris
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chatteris often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chatteris?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chatteris is Ely Smiles, about 10.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Whittlesey Dental Care (10.0 miles) and Anglia Orthodontics (10.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chatteris?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Chatteris, 2 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ely, 10.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chatteris?
The nearest practice to Chatteris that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Whittlesey Dental Care, about 10.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Anglia Orthodontics (13.8 miles) and Peterborough Dental Hub (14.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire?
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 Chatteris, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.