Orthodontic practices near Exbury
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Exbury; 17 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, 6.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 6.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 6.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 7.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| SmilemakersBursledon | 7.3 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 7.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE LSouthampton | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 7.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 7.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Exbury with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 6.7 miles north; the next are Bursledon (7.3 miles north-east) and Portswood (8.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 6.7 miles north |
| Bursledon | 1 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Portswood | 3 | 8.3 miles north |
| Totton | 1 | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Havenstreet | 1 | 9.1 miles south-east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 9.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Exbury
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wight Clinic in Ryde (5.0 from 393 reviews), 11.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wight ClinicRyde | 5.0 (393 reviews) | 11.5 miles south-east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 8.3 miles north |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 7.2 miles north |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 10.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Exbury at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | New Forest |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,085 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 16 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Hampshire | 660th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lift New Forest — 2.5 miles Noadswood School — 4.2 miles Applemore College — 4.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 504 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ferry Dental Centre, Southampton — 7 miles Smilemakers, Bursledon — 7 miles Specialist Endodontic Centre, Portswood — 8 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 | 17 within 10 miles, 65 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Damira Dental Studios — 6 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 Exbury
From Exbury the nearest practice is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, 6.7 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. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 65.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (7.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (10.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Exbury list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 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 Exbury are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, 7.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Exbury to Ferry Dental Centre 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 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Exbury
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Orthodontist in Exbury: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Exbury understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Exbury and the wider Hampshire area.
The local picture in Exbury
Exbury is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Exbury falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.2% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,085 residents in Exbury's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Exbury has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Exbury are Lift New Forest (2.5 miles) and Noadswood School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Exbury close to the England median.
About Exbury
Gilbury Hard is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Exbury.
Local orthodontic signals in Exbury
There is no orthodontist on our records in Exbury itself. The nearest we do hold are Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, about 7 miles away; Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 7 miles away; and Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, about 8 miles away.
More local pages to browse
For a broader view, related location pages cover Gilbury Hard, Lower Exbury, Bucklers Hard, Roughdown, Keeping, and The Hummicks as well as this one.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Exbury
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Exbury can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Exbury — Local Context
Exbury has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Damira Dental Studios — is about 6 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Officially, Exbury is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Exbury. Exbury's under-16 share sits at 15.2%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Exbury, 6.7% of the 2,085 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Exbury usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Exbury attend schools such as Lift New Forest (2.5 miles) and Noadswood School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Exbury is roughly mid-table for England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Exbury itself. The nearest recorded are Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, about 7 miles away; Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 7 miles away; and Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, about 8 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
The Orthodontic Journey in Exbury
Orthodontic treatment in Exbury is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Exbury
- 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Exbury
Treatment in Exbury runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Exbury. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Exbury
If Exbury, Hampshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Gilbury Hard, Lower Exbury, Bucklers Hard, Roughdown, Keeping, and The Hummicks.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Exbury
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Exbury often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Exbury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Exbury is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, about 6.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Dentistry @ Oceana Boulevard (6.8 miles) and Portland Street Dental Care (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Exbury?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Exbury, 17 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Southampton, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Exbury?
The nearest practice to Exbury that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, about 7.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Specialist Endodontic Centre (8.3 miles) and Oakley Road Dental Practice (8.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Exbury, Hampshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Exbury, Hampshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.