Orthodontic practices near Ferring
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Ferring, 13 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 2.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Pringle OrthodonticsLittlehampton | 2.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Abbots Lodge Dental PracticeLittlehampton | 3.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (138 reviews) |
| Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic DentistryWorthing | 3.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 (24 reviews) |
| Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology)Worthing | 3.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (6 reviews) |
| Marine Dental PracticeWorthing | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (41 reviews) |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (144 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental CentreWorthing | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (143 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ferring with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Worthing, 2.5 miles north-east; the next are Littlehampton (2.7 miles west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worthing | 8 | 2.5 miles north-east |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 2.7 miles west |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 7.6 miles east |
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 8.4 miles west |
| Brighton | 10 | 11.5 miles east |
| Hove | 4 | 12.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ferring
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton (4.9 from 649 reviews), 11.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 11.7 miles east |
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 4.9 (385 reviews) | 13.0 miles east |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 8.4 miles west |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 4.9 (144 reviews) | 3.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ferring at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Arun |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 5.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,553 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 4.8% aged 16 to 24 and 12% 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 | 1,779 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 132nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 2.3% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Oscar Romero Catholic School — 1.2 miles Durrington High School — 2.3 miles The Angmering School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 4,076 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Tarring Dental - Worthing, Worthing — 2 miles Pringle Orthodontics, Littlehampton — 3 miles Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 56 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 Ferring
The nearest practice to Ferring is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (3.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Pringle Orthodontics (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Ferring list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ferring are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 2.5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ferring
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Orthodontist in Ferring: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Ferring understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in West Sussex.
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Local orthodontic signals in Ferring
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ferring itself. The closest on record are Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 2 miles away; Pringle Orthodontics in Littlehampton, about 3 miles away; and Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, about 8 miles away.
Where Ferring sits locally
Goring-by-Sea is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north-east of Ferring.
Area profile for Ferring
Ferring is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 5.3% of Ferring's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.3% of the 1,553 residents in Ferring's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Ferring has more choice than 77% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Ferring are St Oscar Romero Catholic School (1.2 miles) and Durrington High School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Ferring's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Orthodontic Treatments in Ferring
Patients in Ferring have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Ferring — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ferring. Ferring's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Ferring falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 5.3% of Ferring's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,553 residents in the neighbourhood around Ferring, 2.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ferring is better served than 77% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Ferring are St Oscar Romero Catholic School (1.2 miles) and Durrington High School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Ferring's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ferring itself. The closest on record are Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 2 miles away; Pringle Orthodontics in Littlehampton, about 3 miles away; and Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, 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.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ferring
Many people in Ferring 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ferring
Practices serving Ferring differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Ferring is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With just 5.3% of residents under 16, Ferring skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.3% of the 1,553 residents in Ferring's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across West Sussex. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ferring is better served than 77% of towns in England. Families in Ferring are served by secondary schools including St Oscar Romero Catholic School (1.2 miles) and Durrington High School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Ferring falls in a less deprived area than most of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ferring. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ferring
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Ferring, West Sussex, these local links help you keep browsing. This page links onward to Goring-by-Sea, Hangleton, Angmering, Salvington, East Preston, and West Worthing for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ferring
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ferring often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ferring?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ferring is Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 2.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Pringle Orthodontics (2.7 miles) and Abbots Lodge Dental Practice (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ferring?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Ferring, 13 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ferring?
The nearest practice to Ferring that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 2.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Strand Dental Worthing (3.1 miles) and Worthing Dental Centre (3.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ferring, West Sussex?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ferring, West Sussex?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.