Orthodontic practices near Golden Cross
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Golden Cross; 9 practices within 20. The closest is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 10.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 11.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 11.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 11.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 11.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Golden Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 10.9 miles south-east; the next are Great Malvern (22.1 miles east) and Stourport-on-Severn (25.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 10.9 miles south-east |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 22.1 miles east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 25.2 miles north-east |
| Worcester | 8 | 25.2 miles east |
| Kidderminster | 3 | 26.9 miles north-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 27.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Golden Cross
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 11.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 11.0 miles south-east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 10.9 miles south-east |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (314 reviews) | 11.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Golden Cross at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,474 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 20.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 37 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 347th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Weobley High School — 3.5 miles Earl Mortimer College — 4.2 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 11 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 22 miles Mercian House Dental Practice, Stourport-on-Severn — 25 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 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 Golden Cross
From Golden Cross the nearest practice is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 10.9 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (26.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (11 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Golden Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 10.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Golden Cross are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 10.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Golden Cross to Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 280 to 570 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £125 to £255 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 280 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Golden Cross
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Local orthodontic signals in Golden Cross
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Golden Cross itself. The closest on record are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 11 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 22 miles away; and Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 25 miles away.
The local picture in Golden Cross
ONS classifies Golden Cross as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Golden Cross. Census figures show 14.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,474 residents in the neighbourhood around Golden Cross, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Golden Cross; the nearest is about 11 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Golden Cross attend schools such as Weobley High School (3.5 miles) and Earl Mortimer College (4.2 miles). Golden Cross's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Golden Cross is roughly mid-table for England.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Arrow Green, Stockingfield, Hyde Ash, Eardisland, Legion Cross, and Dilwyn if you are weighing up more than one location.
Facts about Golden Cross
Heading west for around 1 km brings you to Stockingfield, the closest linked location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Golden Cross
The orthodontic landscape in Golden Cross offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Golden Cross
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Golden Cross practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Golden Cross
Starting orthodontic treatment in Golden Cross can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Golden Cross — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Golden Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Golden Cross
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Golden Cross, Herefordshire, these local links help you keep browsing. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Arrow Green, Stockingfield, Hyde Ash, Eardisland, Legion Cross, and Dilwyn.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Golden Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Golden Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Golden Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Golden Cross is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 10.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (11.0 miles) and Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (11.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Golden Cross?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Golden Cross, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 10.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Golden Cross?
The nearest practice to Golden Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 10.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (11.0 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (11.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Golden Cross, Herefordshire?
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 Golden Cross, Herefordshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.