Orthodontic practices near Fringford
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Fringford, 5 practices within 10 and 69 practices within 20. The closest is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, 3.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester Dental Care & Implant CentreBicester | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (68 reviews) |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BicesterBicester | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Market Square DentalBicester | 4.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (710 reviews) |
| Heyford Smiles Dental ClinicUpper Heyford | 5.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (296 reviews) |
| Smile With UsKidlington | 11.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 11.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 11.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fringford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicester, 3.7 miles south; the next are Upper Heyford (5.9 miles west) and Kidlington (11.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicester | 4 | 3.7 miles south |
| Upper Heyford | 1 | 5.9 miles west |
| Kidlington | 3 | 11.4 miles south-west |
| Bloxham | 1 | 11.8 miles north-west |
| Banbury | 6 | 12.0 miles north-west |
| Marston | 1 | 13.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fringford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fairford Leys Smile Centre in Aylesbury (5.0 from 478 reviews), 15.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairford Leys Smile CentreAylesbury | 5.0 (478 reviews) | 15.1 miles south-east |
| Heyford Smiles Dental ClinicUpper Heyford | 5.0 (296 reviews) | 5.9 miles west |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 15.2 miles south-east |
| Dentibond Dental Nursing AgencyBanbury | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 12.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fringford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cherwell |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 |
| Population | 602 |
| Residents under 16 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,097 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 27.9% 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 | 47 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 215th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cooper School — 3.1 miles The Bicester School — 3.8 miles Whitelands Academy — 4.7 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, Bicester — 4 miles Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic, Upper Heyford — 6 miles Smile With Us, Kidlington — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 69 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 Fringford
Fringford is 3.7 miles from Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 69.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic (5.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Fringford list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 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 Fringford are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, 3.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fringford
Oxfordshire12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Fringford
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Fringford, 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 Oxfordshire. Fringford — a small village with a population of around 602 — is covered on this page specifically.
Fringford at a glance
With a population of roughly 602, Fringford is a small village within Oxfordshire. Just around 2 km north-west, Hethe is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Stratton Audley, Hethe, Cottisford, Newton Purcell, Caversfield, and Launton.
The local picture in Fringford
By ONS classification, Fringford falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,097 residents in Fringford's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Fringford is better served than 56% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Fringford are The Cooper School (3.1 miles) and The Bicester School (3.8 miles). National deprivation data puts Fringford close to the England median.
Local orthodontic signals in Fringford
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fringford. The nearest recorded are Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, about 4 miles away; Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic in Upper Heyford, about 6 miles away; and Smile With Us in Kidlington, about 11 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Fringford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Fringford can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Fringford
Practices serving Fringford differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. ONS classifies Fringford as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Fringford. Census data puts 16% of Fringford's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,097 residents in the neighbourhood around Fringford, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Fringford has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Fringford attend schools such as The Cooper School (3.1 miles) and The Bicester School (3.8 miles). Fringford sits close to the England average for deprivation. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Fringford Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Fringford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Fringford 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.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fringford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fringford
These links help widen your research beyond Fringford, Oxfordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. This page links onward to Stratton Audley, Hethe, Cottisford, Newton Purcell, Caversfield, and Launton for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Fringford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fringford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fringford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fringford is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, about 3.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Greytown Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles) and Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fringford?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Fringford, 5 practices within 10 miles and 69 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fringford?
The nearest practice to Fringford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, about 3.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Greytown Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles) and Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fringford, Oxfordshire?
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 Fringford, Oxfordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.