Orthodontic practices near Chidham
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Chidham, 25 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, 3.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic EmsworthHavant | 3.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 3.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (159 reviews) |
| Chichester Dental PracticeChichester | 3.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 3.7 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 3.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 4.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (279 reviews) |
| Dental StudioChichester | 4.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
| No45 DentalChichester | 4.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (78 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chidham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Havant, 3.2 miles north-west; the next are Emsworth (3.3 miles west) and Chichester (3.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Havant | 4 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Emsworth | 1 | 3.3 miles west |
| Chichester | 10 | 3.7 miles east |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Portsmouth | 4 | 8.5 miles west |
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 9.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Chidham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pallant Advanced Dentistry in Chichester (5.0 from 279 reviews), 4.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 3.3 miles west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 3.7 miles east |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 10.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chidham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chichester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,910 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 297 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 173rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bourne Community College — 2.4 miles Bishop Luffa School, Chichester — 3.3 miles Chichester High School — 4.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 692 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth, Havant — 3 miles Envisage Dental Emsworth, Emsworth — 3 miles Chichester Dental Practice, Chichester — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 45 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 Chidham
Chidham is 3.2 miles from The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chichester Dental Practice (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice (10 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Chidham list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Chidham are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chichester Dental Practice, 3.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chidham
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Orthodontist in Chidham: This page was put together for people in Chidham who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of West Sussex.
What official data says about Chidham
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Chidham sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.5% of Chidham's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,910 residents in the neighbourhood around Chidham, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chidham is better served than 85% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Chidham attend schools such as Bourne Community College (2.4 miles) and Bishop Luffa School, Chichester (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Chidham falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Practice data for Chidham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Chidham itself. The nearest recorded are The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 3 miles away; Envisage Dental Emsworth, about 3 miles away; and Chichester Dental Practice, about 4 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Bosham, Itchenor, Broadbridge, Bosham Hoe, Nutbourne, and West Ashling.
About Chidham
Bosham is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km east of Chidham.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Chidham
Starting orthodontic treatment in Chidham can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Chidham
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chidham
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Chidham. Chidham's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Chidham. Census data puts 17.5% of Chidham's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 1,910 residents in Chidham's census neighbourhood, above the 7% average across West Sussex. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Chidham has more choice than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Chidham are Bourne Community College (2.4 miles) and Bishop Luffa School, Chichester (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Chidham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Chidham
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Chidham has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Chidham
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chidham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chidham
If Chidham, West Sussex is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. This page links onward to Bosham, Itchenor, Broadbridge, Bosham Hoe, Nutbourne, and West Ashling for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Chidham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chidham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chidham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chidham is The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 3.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Envisage Dental Emsworth (3.3 miles) and Chichester Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chidham?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Chidham, 25 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chidham?
The nearest practice to Chidham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chichester Dental Practice, about 3.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Basin Road Dental Surgery (3.9 miles) and Magnolia House Dental Practice (5.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chidham, West Sussex?
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 Chidham, West Sussex?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.