Orthodontic practices near Ellingham
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ellingham; 21 practices within 20. The closest is The Hopton Dental Practice, 10.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hopton Dental PracticeHopton | 10.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (53 reviews) |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 11.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (41 reviews) |
| REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINICLowestoft | 11.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Regent Road Orthodontic PracticeLowestoft | 11.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (104 reviews) |
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 11.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 12.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 12.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (763 reviews) |
| Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45)Norwich | 12.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (256 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ellingham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hopton, 10.7 miles north-east; the next are Lowestoft (11.1 miles east) and Postwick (11.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hopton | 1 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Lowestoft | 3 | 11.1 miles east |
| Postwick | 1 | 11.8 miles north-west |
| Norwich | 12 | 12.5 miles north-west |
| Great Yarmouth | 2 | 13.2 miles north-east |
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 14.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ellingham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (5.0 from 130 reviews), 12.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 12.5 miles north-west |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 5.0 (41 reviews) | 11.1 miles east |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 4.9 (763 reviews) | 12.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ellingham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Norfolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 679 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,614 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Norfolk | 528th closest to an orthodontic practice of 868 places in the county (the county median is 9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Norfolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bungay High School — 3.1 miles Sir John Leman High School — 3.5 miles Hobart High School — 3.7 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Hopton Dental Practice, Hopton — 11 miles Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth, Lowestoft — 11 miles John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 21 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Prestige Dental Studio Ltd — 3 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 Ellingham
From Ellingham the nearest practice is The Hopton Dental Practice, 10.7 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. 21 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Hopton Dental Practice (10.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Ellingham list clear aligners, the nearest 10.7 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 Ellingham are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Hopton Dental Practice, 10.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ellingham to The Hopton Dental Practice is roughly 25 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 280 to 560 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £125 to £250 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 280 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ellingham
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Ellingham, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Norfolk. Ellingham — a small village with a population of around 679 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Ellingham
By ONS classification, Ellingham falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.7% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,614 residents in the neighbourhood around Ellingham, 7.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Norfolk. People in Ellingham usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Ellingham attend schools such as Bungay High School (3.1 miles) and Sir John Leman High School (3.5 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Ellingham is roughly mid-table for England.
What we know about practices near Ellingham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ellingham itself. The nearest recorded are The Hopton Dental Practice, about 11 miles away; Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth in Lowestoft, about 11 miles away; and John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, about 12 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Kirby Row, Kirby Cane, Kirby Green, Dockeney, Geldeston, and Shipmeadow as well as this one.
Where Ellingham sits locally
With a population of roughly 679, Ellingham is a small village within Norfolk. Just under 1 km north, Kirby Row is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ellingham
Many people in Ellingham 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ellingham — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Ellingham
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ellingham has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Ellingham 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 Ellingham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ellingham
This section helps connect Ellingham, Norfolk to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can also browse nearby location pages including Kirby Row, Kirby Cane, Kirby Green, Dockeney, Geldeston, and Shipmeadow.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ellingham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ellingham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ellingham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ellingham is The Hopton Dental Practice, about 10.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (11.1 miles) and REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (11.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ellingham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ellingham, 0 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hopton, 10.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ellingham?
The nearest practice to Ellingham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Hopton Dental Practice, about 10.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (11.1 miles) and REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ellingham, Norfolk?
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 Ellingham, Norfolk?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.