Orthodontic practices near Fordham
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Fordham, 3 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 4.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter's Family DentalNewmarket | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (157 reviews) |
| Ely SmilesEly | 8.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (15 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsEly | 8.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic ClinicCambridge | 12.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (112 reviews) |
| Antwerp House Dentistry CambridgeCambridge | 12.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (332 reviews) |
| Cambridge dental groupCambridge | 12.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
| Cambridge Dental HubCambridge | 12.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,436 reviews) |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 13.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (72 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fordham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newmarket, 4.6 miles south; the next are Ely (8.2 miles north-west) and Cambridge (12.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newmarket | 1 | 4.6 miles south |
| Ely | 2 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Cambridge | 16 | 12.4 miles south-west |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 14.0 miles east |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 21.0 miles south |
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 21.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fordham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 15.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 15.1 miles south-west |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 13.0 miles south-west |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fordham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Cambridgeshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 2,712 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,178 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% 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 | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 155th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Soham Village College — 2.5 miles Newmarket Academy — 4.2 miles Mildenhall College Academy — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,436 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 5 miles Ely Smiles, Ely — 8 miles St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic, Cambridge — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 26 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 Fordham
The nearest practice to Fordham is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 4.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (14.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (14.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Fordham list clear aligners, the nearest 4.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Fordham are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 4.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fordham
Cambridgeshire12 nearby locationsOrthodontic services in Fordham
Orthodontist in Fordham: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Fordham often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Cambridgeshire. Fordham — a small village with a population of around 2,712 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice data for Fordham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Fordham itself. The nearest recorded are Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 5 miles away; Ely Smiles, about 8 miles away; and St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, about 12 miles away.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Down Field, Landwade, Isleham, Snailwell, Exning, and Studlands Park.
Facts about Fordham
Around 2,712 people live in Fordham, which is a small village within Cambridgeshire. Heading north-west for around 2 km brings you to Down Field, the closest linked location.
Fordham in context
Fordham's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Fordham sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Fordham's under-16 share sits at 17.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,178 residents in the neighbourhood around Fordham, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across Cambridgeshire. Secondary-age pupils near Fordham attend schools such as Soham Village College (2.5 miles) and Newmarket Academy (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Fordham sits close to the England average for deprivation.
All Orthodontic Options in Fordham Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Fordham offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Fordham
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Fordham — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Fordham
Starting orthodontic treatment in Fordham can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Fordham
What's available in Fordham depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Fordham falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Central East Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Fordham. Fordham's under-16 share sits at 17.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Fordham, 7% of the 2,178 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Fordham are Soham Village College (2.5 miles) and Newmarket Academy (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Fordham's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fordham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fordham
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Fordham, Cambridgeshire alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Down Field, Landwade, Isleham, Snailwell, Exning, and Studlands Park.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fordham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fordham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fordham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fordham is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 4.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Ely Smiles (8.2 miles) and Anglia Orthodontics (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fordham?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Fordham, 3 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fordham?
The nearest practice to Fordham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 4.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Devonshire House Dental Practice (13.8 miles) and CAMBRIDGE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (14.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fordham, Cambridgeshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fordham, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.