Orthodontic practices near Garford
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Garford, 26 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, 4.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ock Street ClinicAbingdon | 4.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (146 reviews) |
| Bath Street Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 4.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
| Peachcroft Dental SurgeryRadley | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (220 reviews) |
| Peachcroft OrthodonticsRadley | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (166 reviews) |
| UNIT 8 (PEACHCROFT ORTHODONTICS)Abingdon | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 6.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (40 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Garford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Abingdon, 4.1 miles east; the next are Radley (5.2 miles east) and Harwell (6.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Abingdon | 5 | 4.1 miles east |
| Radley | 2 | 5.2 miles east |
| Harwell | 1 | 6.2 miles south-east |
| Didcot | 3 | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Oxford | 11 | 7.1 miles north-east |
| Witney | 3 | 9.7 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 Garford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mayhew Dental in Swindon (5.0 from 336 reviews), 16.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 16.7 miles south-west |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 4.3 miles east |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 5.0 (40 reviews) | 6.2 miles south-east |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Garford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of White Horse |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,868 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 76 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% 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 | 241st closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Larkmead School — 3.6 miles John Mason School — 4.1 miles St Johns CofE Academy — 4.2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ock Street Clinic, Abingdon — 4 miles Peachcroft Dental Surgery, Radley — 5 miles Your New Smile Harwell, Harwell — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 57 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 Garford
Garford is 4.1 miles from Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Precinct Dental Practice (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bath Street Dental Practice (4.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Garford list clear aligners, the nearest 4.1 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 Garford are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, 4.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Garford
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Orthodontist in Garford: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Garford keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Oxfordshire, not just Garford.
Practice signals around Garford
There is no orthodontist on our records in Garford itself. The nearest we do hold are Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about 4 miles away; Peachcroft Dental Surgery in Radley, about 5 miles away; and Your New Smile Harwell, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Garford
ONS classifies Garford as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Garford falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Garford's under-16 share sits at 18.7%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 2,868 residents in Garford's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Garford is better served than 56% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Garford are Larkmead School (3.6 miles) and John Mason School (4.1 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Garford sits among the less deprived areas of England.
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Orthodontic Treatments in Garford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Garford 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 Garford
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Garford — 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 Garford
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Garford helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Garford
Not every practice near Garford offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Garford sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18.7% of Garford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Garford, 7.6% of the 2,868 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Garford has more choice than 56% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Garford attend schools such as Larkmead School (3.6 miles) and John Mason School (4.1 miles). National deprivation data ranks Garford among England's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Garford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Garford
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Garford, Oxfordshire with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Frilford, Frilford Heath, Tubney, East Hanney, Marcham, and West Hanney.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Garford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Garford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Garford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Garford is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about 4.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Bath Street Dental Practice (4.2 miles) and Precinct Dental Practice (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Garford?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Garford, 26 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Garford?
The nearest practice to Garford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, about 4.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Peachcroft Dental Surgery (5.2 miles) and Peachcroft Orthodontics (5.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Garford, Oxfordshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Garford, Oxfordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.