Orthodontic practices near Fingal Street
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Fingal Street; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, 15.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave | 15.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Page DrIpswich | 15.4 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 15.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (366 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SpecialistsIpswich | 15.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
| Ipswich OrthodonticsIpswich | 15.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (60 reviews) |
| OrthoactiveIpswich | 15.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (8 reviews) |
| Christchurch Dental PracticeIpswich | 15.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (392 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 15.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fingal Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kesgrave, 15.1 miles south; the next are Ipswich (15.4 miles south) and Ashwellthorpe (19.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave | 2 | 15.1 miles south |
| Ipswich | 12 | 15.4 miles south |
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 19.3 miles north |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 22.0 miles west |
| Felixstowe | 1 | 22.2 miles south |
| Norwich | 7 | 23.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fingal Street
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ipswich Dental Surgery (4.9 from 1,210 reviews), 15.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) | 15.7 miles south |
| Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich | 4.9 (693 reviews) | 15.8 miles south |
| Christchurch Dental PracticeIpswich | 4.9 (392 reviews) | 15.6 miles south |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 4.9 (366 reviews) | 15.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fingal Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Suffolk |
| 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,497 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 23.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 40 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Suffolk | 669th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stradbroke High School — 2.5 miles Thomas Mills High School & Sixth Form — 5.0 miles Debenham High School — 5.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 353 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Martlesham Heath Dental Practice, Kesgrave — 15 miles Page Dr, Ipswich — 15 miles Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 19 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Harleston Dental & Aethetic Clinic — 9 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 Fingal Street
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Fingal Street; the nearest is Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, 15.1 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Christchurch Dental Practice (15.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Cathedral Dental (22.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Fingal Street list clear aligners, the nearest 15.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Fingal Street are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, 15.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fingal Street to Martlesham Heath Dental Practice is roughly 35 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 390 to 790 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £175 to £355 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 240 to 390 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fingal Street
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Fingal Street, 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 Suffolk.
Fingal Street in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Worlingworth, around 1 km to the south.
Fingal Street in context
Fingal Street's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Fingal Street sits within NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Fingal Street's under-16 share sits at 15.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 2,497 residents in Fingal Street's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Suffolk. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Fingal Street; the nearest is about 15 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Fingal Street are Stradbroke High School (2.5 miles) and Thomas Mills High School & Sixth Form (5.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Fingal Street sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Worlingworth, Athelington, Bedfield, Stanway Green, Horham, and Monk Soham.
Local provider signals in Fingal Street
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fingal Street. The nearest we do hold are Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 15 miles away; Page Dr in Ipswich, about 15 miles away; and Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 19 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Fingal Street
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Fingal Street can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Fingal Street
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Fingal Street — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Fingal Street
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Fingal Street helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Fingal Street 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 Fingal Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fingal Street
These local links are here for anyone comparing Fingal Street, Suffolk against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Worlingworth, Athelington, Bedfield, Stanway Green, Horham, and Monk Soham.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fingal Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fingal Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fingal Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fingal Street is Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 15.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Page Dr (15.4 miles) and Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich (15.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fingal Street?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fingal Street, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kesgrave, 15.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fingal Street?
The nearest practice to Fingal Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 15.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ipswich Orthodontics (15.6 miles) and Orthoactive (15.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fingal Street, Suffolk?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fingal Street, Suffolk?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.