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Orthodontic practices near Framfield

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Framfield, 2 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, 1.7 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSUckfield1.7 miles north-west✓–––
The Perrymount ClinicHaywards Heath9.9 miles west–––4.9 (226 reviews)
dentalessence Haywards HeathHaywards Heath10.4 miles west✓––4.8 (563 reviews)
Dr Sami ButtHaywards Heath10.5 miles west✓–✓–
S3 Dental Haywards HeathHaywards Heath10.5 miles west✓–✓4.8 (761 reviews)
TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LTDHaywards Heath10.7 miles west✓–––
Gresham Dental PracticeHaywards Heath10.9 miles west–––4.2 (10 reviews)
Mary Yates OrthodonticsHaywards Heath10.9 miles west––––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Framfield with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Uckfield, 1.7 miles north-west; the next are Haywards Heath (9.9 miles west) and Burgess Hill (11.3 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Uckfield11.7 miles north-west
Haywards Heath89.9 miles west
Burgess Hill611.3 miles west
Royal Tunbridge Wells812.7 miles north-east
East Grinstead712.8 miles north-west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Framfield

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Burgess Hill Dental (5.0 from 369 reviews), 11.4 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill5.0 (369 reviews)11.4 miles west
Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells5.0 (337 reviews)13.5 miles north-east
NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill5.0 (210 reviews)11.3 miles west
Oakmead Dental Care East GrinsteadEast Grinstead5.0 (100 reviews)13.3 miles north-west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Framfield at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaWealden
NHS dental servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Population665
Residents under 1615% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,767 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre84 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within East Sussex45th closest to an orthodontic practice of 378 places in the county (the county median is 5 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in East Sussex
Nearest university dental hospitalGuy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 39 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsUckfield College — 1.6 miles
King's Academy Ringmer — 5.2 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 1,671 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesCHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Uckfield — 2 miles
The Perrymount Clinic, Haywards Heath — 10 miles
NEYO Dental Specialists, Burgess Hill — 11 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles2 within 10 miles, 78 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistBupa Dental Care — 2 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 Framfield

Framfield is 1.7 miles from CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 78.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: S3 Dental Haywards Heath (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Sami Butt (10.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Framfield list clear aligners, the nearest 10.5 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 Framfield are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 39 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Framfield

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Local orthodontic treatment in Framfield

Orthodontist in Framfield: Before booking anything in Framfield, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Framfield itself or elsewhere in East Sussex. Framfield — a small village with a population of around 665 — is covered on this page specifically.

Facts about Framfield

Around 665 people live in Framfield, which is a small village within East Sussex. Palehouse Common is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Framfield.

Compare nearby areas

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Palehouse Common, Mount Ephraim, Etchingwood, Honey's Green, Eason's Green, and Buxted.

Framfield in context

Officially, Framfield is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Framfield falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. 15% of Framfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,767 residents in the neighbourhood around Framfield, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across East Sussex. Families in Framfield are served by secondary schools including Uckfield College (1.6 miles) and King's Academy Ringmer (5.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Framfield sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Framfield is about 39 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London.

Local treatment availability around Framfield

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Framfield itself. The closest on record are CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 2 miles away; The Perrymount Clinic in Haywards Heath, about 10 miles away; and NEYO Dental Specialists in Burgess Hill, about 11 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatments in Framfield

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Framfield has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Framfield 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.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Framfield

Orthodontic treatment in Framfield 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Framfield

Framfield has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Bupa Dental Care — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. By ONS classification, Framfield falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Framfield sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Framfield's under-16 share sits at 15%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,767 residents in the neighbourhood around Framfield, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across East Sussex. Secondary-age pupils near Framfield attend schools such as Uckfield College (1.6 miles) and King's Academy Ringmer (5.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Framfield close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Framfield is about 39 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Framfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Framfield

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Framfield often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Framfield?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Framfield is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Perrymount Clinic (9.9 miles) and dentalessence Haywards Heath (10.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Framfield?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Framfield, 2 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Framfield?

The nearest practice to Framfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHESTNUT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Uckfield, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include dentalessence Haywards Heath (10.4 miles) and Dr Sami Butt (10.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Framfield, East Sussex?

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 Framfield, East Sussex?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleFramfield, East Sussex Orthodontist
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Published1 June 2022
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