Orthodontic practices near Clive Vale
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Clive Vale, 12 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Lyndhurst Dental Practice in Hastings, 1.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst Dental PracticeHastings | 1.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (78 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICS LTDHastings | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| A.G.Smiles (Previously The Carlisle Parade Dental Practice)Hastings | 1.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (68 reviews) |
| Chapel Park Road Dental PracticeHastings | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (66 reviews) |
| Warrior Square Dental PracticeHastings | 2.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (155 reviews) |
| Crown Dental BursHastings | 3.1 miles west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clive Vale with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hastings, 1.3 miles south-west; the next are Bexhill-on-Sea (5.9 miles west) and Eastbourne (14.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hastings | 6 | 1.3 miles south-west |
| Bexhill-on-Sea | 6 | 5.9 miles west |
| Eastbourne | 8 | 14.5 miles south-west |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 16.0 miles north |
| Hamstreet | 1 | 17.2 miles north-east |
| Ashford | 8 | 22.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clive Vale
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and Implants (5.0 from 92 reviews), 17.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-east |
| A.G.Smiles (Previously The Carlisle Parade Dental Practice)Hastings | 5.0 (68 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Orchard Dental PracticeEastbourne | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 16.1 miles south-west |
| The Hartfield Road Dental PracticeEastbourne | 5.0 (11 reviews) | 15.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The orthodontic landscape in Clive Vale offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Treatment Options in Clive Vale — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Clive Vale — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Clive Vale — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 17.3% of Clive Vale's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Clive Vale, 7.3% of the 1,214 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across East Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Clive Vale has more choice than 64% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Clive Vale are Mulberry Academy Hastings (0.9 miles) and Ark Alexandra Academy (1.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Clive Vale's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Clive Vale. The closest on record are Lyndhurst Dental Practice in Hastings, about a mile away; De La Warr Dental Surgery in Bexhill-on-Sea, about 6 miles away; and Seaside Dental Practice in Eastbourne, about 14 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Private orthodontic treatment costs in Clive Vale generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Clive Vale offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Clive Vale
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Clive Vale — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
- Fixed braces (metal, ceramic or lingual) — the widest case coverage, and the only NHS-funded route for eligible under-18s.
- Clear aligners — removable, discreet, best suited to mild-to-moderate cases with consistent wear.
- Invisalign — the market-leading aligner brand, with the widest case range among aligner systems.
- Full cost breakdown for every option: costs in Clive Vale.
- NHS eligibility and the referral pathway: NHS orthodontics in Clive Vale.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments in Clive Vale
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clive Vale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clive Vale is Lyndhurst Dental Practice in Hastings, about 1.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are NEO ORTHODONTICS LTD (1.7 miles) and A.G.Smiles (Previously The Carlisle Parade Dental Practice) (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clive Vale?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Clive Vale, 12 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clive Vale?
The nearest practice to Clive Vale that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NEO ORTHODONTICS LTD in Hastings, about 1.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Chapel Park Road Dental Practice (2.2 miles) and Sea Road Dental Practice (6.2 miles).
How many families live in Clive Vale?
17.3% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Clive Vale?
NHS dental commissioning in Clive Vale falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board.
Is Clive Vale rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Clive Vale falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Clive Vale compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Clive Vale is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What is the fastest treatment?
Treatment duration depends on case complexity more than treatment type. Simple cases can complete in 3–6 months; most fixed brace treatment takes 12–24 months. No treatment type is categorically faster — the case drives the timeline.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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