Orthodontic practices near Furzehill
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Furzehill, 25 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, 4.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 4.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 4.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (550 reviews) |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 5.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental SurgeryCanford Heath | 6.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| White Align DentalParkstone | 6.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (39 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Furzehill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Broadstone, 4.7 miles south; the next are Poole (5.3 miles south) and Bournemouth (5.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broadstone | 2 | 4.7 miles south |
| Poole | 8 | 5.3 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 6.1 miles south |
| Parkstone | 2 | 6.7 miles south |
| Ringwood | 1 | 8.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Furzehill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 7.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 8.4 miles east |
| The Private Treatment CentreSalisbury | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 18.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Furzehill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | 20% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,700 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 543 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Dorset | 126th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill — 0.9 miles Allenbourn Middle School — 1.2 miles Queen Elizabeth's School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,437 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Poole Orthodontics UK, Broadstone — 5 miles Teeth on the Heath, Poole — 5 miles Wallisdown Dental Practice, Bournemouth — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 37 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 1 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 Furzehill
The nearest practice to Furzehill is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, 4.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Octagon Dental Surgery (6.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (4.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Furzehill list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Furzehill are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, 4.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Furzehill
Dorset12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Furzehill
Orthodontist in Furzehill: Before booking anything in Furzehill, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Dorset.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Pages for Colehill, Pig Oak, Gaunts, God's Blessing Green, Lodge Copse Estate, and Broom Hill follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local treatment availability around Furzehill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Furzehill itself. The closest on record are Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 5 miles away; Teeth on the Heath in Poole, about 5 miles away; and Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, about 6 miles away.
Local context for Furzehill
The nearest other location we cover is Pig Oak, around 1 km to the north-east.
Furzehill in context
Furzehill — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 20% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,700 residents in Furzehill's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Dorset. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 16.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Furzehill are served by secondary schools including St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill (0.9 miles) and Allenbourn Middle School (1.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Furzehill's Local Authority has 179 schools educating 51,332 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Furzehill sits among the less deprived areas of England.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Furzehill
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Furzehill can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Furzehill
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Furzehill — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Furzehill
Many people in Furzehill delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Furzehill
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Furzehill follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Furzehill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Furzehill
If Furzehill, Dorset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. This page links onward to Colehill, Pig Oak, Gaunts, God's Blessing Green, Lodge Copse Estate, and Broom Hill for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Furzehill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Furzehill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Furzehill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Furzehill is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 4.7 miles to the south. The next closest are POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (4.7 miles) and Teeth on the Heath (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Furzehill?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Furzehill, 25 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Furzehill?
The nearest practice to Furzehill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, about 4.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Wallisdown Dental Practice (5.9 miles) and Seaview Dental Practice (6.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Furzehill, Dorset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Furzehill, Dorset?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.