Orthodontic practices near Cross in Hand
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Cross in Hand; 1 practice within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, 5.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSUckfield | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Warwick Park Dental PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 10.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (70 reviews) |
| iSmile Skin & Dental ClinicRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (91 reviews) |
| 78MPRRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (35 reviews) |
| The Blockley PartnershipRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (26 reviews) |
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (337 reviews) |
| Dr Zaid Esmail Tunbridge Wells OrthodontistRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Calverley Dental PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 11.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (181 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cross in Hand with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Uckfield, 5.3 miles west; the next are Royal Tunbridge Wells (10.9 miles north) and Bexhill-on-Sea (12.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Uckfield | 1 | 5.3 miles west |
| Royal Tunbridge Wells | 9 | 10.9 miles north |
| Bexhill-on-Sea | 6 | 12.4 miles south-east |
| Rusthall | 1 | 13.0 miles north |
| Eastbourne | 8 | 13.3 miles south |
| Haywards Heath | 5 | 13.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cross in Hand
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Grosvenor House Orthodontic Practice in Royal Tunbridge Wells (5.0 from 337 reviews), 11.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (337 reviews) | 11.6 miles north |
| Tunbridge Wells Dental CentreRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (117 reviews) | 11.8 miles north |
| 78MPRRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (35 reviews) | 11.4 miles north |
| Orchard Dental PracticeEastbourne | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 14.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cross in Hand at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wealden |
| 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,406 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 102 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within East Sussex | 204th closest to an orthodontic practice of 378 places in the county (the county median is 5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in East Sussex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Heathfield Community College — 2.5 miles Uckfield College — 5.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,416 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Uckfield — 5 miles Warwick Park Dental Practice, Royal Tunbridge Wells — 11 miles Little Common Dental Practice, Bexhill-on-Sea — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 77 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 Cross in Hand
From Cross in Hand the nearest practice is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, 5.3 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Warwick Park Dental Practice (10.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Sami Butt (14.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Cross in Hand list clear aligners, the nearest 10.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cross in Hand are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, 5.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Cross in Hand to CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cross in Hand
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Orthodontist in Cross in Hand: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Cross in Hand? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of East Sussex.
Cross in Hand in numbers
Little London is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-east of Cross in Hand.
Local provider signals in Cross in Hand
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cross in Hand. The closest on record are CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 5 miles away; Warwick Park Dental Practice in Royal Tunbridge Wells, about 11 miles away; and Little Common Dental Practice in Bexhill-on-Sea, about 12 miles away.
The local picture in Cross in Hand
Officially, Cross in Hand is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.9% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,406 residents in the neighbourhood around Cross in Hand, 5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across East Sussex. People in Cross in Hand usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Cross in Hand attend schools such as Heathfield Community College (2.5 miles) and Uckfield College (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Cross in Hand is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Cross in Hand is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 39 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Little London, Lions Green, Tilsmore, Rosers Cross, Waldron, and Five Ashes.
The Orthodontic Journey in Cross in Hand
Starting orthodontic treatment in Cross in Hand 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Cross in Hand
Not every practice near Cross in Hand offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Cross in Hand as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.9% of Cross in Hand's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,406 residents in the neighbourhood around Cross in Hand, 5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across East Sussex. People in Cross in Hand usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Cross in Hand attend schools such as Heathfield Community College (2.5 miles) and Uckfield College (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Cross in Hand sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cross in Hand is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 39 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Cross in Hand
The orthodontic landscape in Cross in Hand offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Cross in Hand 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.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cross in Hand. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cross in Hand
This part of the page places Cross in Hand, East Sussex in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Little London, Lions Green, Tilsmore, Rosers Cross, Waldron, and Five Ashes may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cross in Hand
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cross in Hand often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cross in Hand?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cross in Hand is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 5.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Warwick Park Dental Practice (10.9 miles) and iSmile Skin & Dental Clinic (11.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cross in Hand?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cross in Hand, 1 practice within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Uckfield, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cross in Hand?
The nearest practice to Cross in Hand that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 5.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Warwick Park Dental Practice (10.9 miles) and 78MPR (11.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cross in Hand, East Sussex?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cross in Hand, East Sussex?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.