Orthodontic practices near Dukes Green
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Dukes Green; 8 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Eastbourne Gentle Dental, 5.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Gentle DentalEastbourne | 5.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (448 reviews) |
| Dsb Orthodontics LimitedEastbourne | 6.0 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Orchard Dental PracticeEastbourne | 6.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| The Hartfield Road Dental PracticeEastbourne | 6.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (11 reviews) |
| NHS Dental ServicesEastbourne | 6.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| West Terrace Dental PracticeEastbourne | 6.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| Fellows Dental PracticeEastbourne | 6.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (222 reviews) |
| Seaside Dental PracticeEastbourne | 6.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.5 (105 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dukes Green with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Eastbourne, 5.9 miles east; the next are Brighton (11.4 miles west) and Uckfield (12.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne | 8 | 5.9 miles east |
| Brighton | 11 | 11.4 miles west |
| Uckfield | 1 | 12.3 miles north |
| Bexhill-on-Sea | 6 | 12.4 miles east |
| Hove | 4 | 13.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dukes Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orchard Dental Practice in Eastbourne (5.0 from 22 reviews), 6.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Dental PracticeEastbourne | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
| The Hartfield Road Dental PracticeEastbourne | 5.0 (11 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 14.5 miles west |
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 4.9 (385 reviews) | 12.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dukes Green 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,184 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 20.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 55 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within East Sussex | 243rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 378 places in the county (the county median is 5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.6% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in East Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Seaford Head School — 2.5 miles Willingdon Community School — 4.1 miles Ratton School — 4.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,461 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eastbourne Gentle Dental, Eastbourne — 6 miles MK Dental and Implant Clinic, Brighton — 11 miles CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Uckfield — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 51 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 Dukes Green
From Dukes Green the nearest practice is Eastbourne Gentle Dental, 5.9 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: West Terrace Dental Practice (6.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Albion Dental Brighton (12.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Dukes Green list clear aligners, the nearest 6 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 Dukes Green are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Seaside Dental Practice in Eastbourne, 6.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Dukes Green to Eastbourne Gentle Dental is roughly 15 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 150 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dukes Green
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Where Dukes Green sits locally
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Alfriston, the closest linked location.
Local treatment availability around Dukes Green
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dukes Green itself. The nearest recorded are Eastbourne Gentle Dental, about 6 miles away; MK Dental and Implant Clinic in Brighton, about 11 miles away; and CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 12 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Alfriston, Berwick, Alciston, Milton Street, Selmeston, and East Blatchington.
Dukes Green in context
Officially, Dukes Green is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Dukes Green falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Dukes Green has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.7% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,184 residents in the neighbourhood around Dukes Green, 4.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across East Sussex. Dukes Green has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Families in Dukes Green are served by secondary schools including Seaford Head School (2.5 miles) and Willingdon Community School (4.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Dukes Green sits close to the England average for deprivation.
All Orthodontic Options in Dukes Green Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Dukes Green has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Dukes Green
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Dukes Green — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Dukes Green
Many people in Dukes Green delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Dukes Green
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Dukes Green follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dukes Green. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dukes Green
These links help widen your research beyond Dukes Green, East Sussex if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Alfriston, Berwick, Alciston, Milton Street, Selmeston, and East Blatchington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dukes Green
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dukes Green often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dukes Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dukes Green is Eastbourne Gentle Dental, about 5.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Dsb Orthodontics Limited (6.0 miles) and Orchard Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dukes Green?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Dukes Green, 8 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Eastbourne, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dukes Green?
The nearest practice to Dukes Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Seaside Dental Practice in Eastbourne, about 6.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include MK Dental and Implant Clinic (11.4 miles) and CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (12.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dukes Green, East Sussex?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dukes Green, East Sussex?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.