Orthodontic practices near Gosmore
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Gosmore, 36 practices within 10 and 128 practices within 20. The closest is Bucklersbury Dental Studio in Hitchin, 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucklersbury Dental StudioHitchin | 1.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (290 reviews) |
| Tilehouse Dental ClinicHitchin | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Hitchin DentistryHitchin | 1.3 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| The Vernon Dental PracticeHitchin | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (299 reviews) |
| Hitchin Dental CareHitchin | 1.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Bancroft DentistryHitchin | 1.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (286 reviews) |
| OrthocliniqueHitchin | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (46 reviews) |
| HITCHIN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC LIMITEDHitchin | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gosmore with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hitchin, 1.2 miles north; the next are Stevenage (2.9 miles south-east) and Letchworth Garden City (3.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hitchin | 8 | 1.2 miles north |
| Stevenage | 5 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Letchworth Garden City | 2 | 3.8 miles north-east |
| Luton | 6 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Welwyn | 1 | 7.3 miles south |
| Harpenden | 8 | 8.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gosmore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 4.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 4.8 miles south-east |
| The Vernon Dental PracticeHitchin | 5.0 (299 reviews) | 1.3 miles north |
| Bancroft DentistryHitchin | 5.0 (286 reviews) | 1.5 miles north |
| Wayside Dental PracticeHarpenden | 5.0 (126 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gosmore at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Hertfordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 21.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,164 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 30.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 116 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 107th closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 29 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hitchin Girls' School — 1.2 miles Hitchin Boys' School — 1.5 miles The Priory School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,469 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bucklersbury Dental Studio, Hitchin — 1 miles Smilecraft Dental Care Stevenage, Stevenage — 3 miles Harlow Dental Surgery, Letchworth Garden City — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 128 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 Gosmore
The nearest practice to Gosmore is Bucklersbury Dental Studio in Hitchin, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 128.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bucklersbury Dental Studio (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Tilehouse Dental Clinic (1.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Gosmore list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Gosmore are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tilehouse Dental Clinic in Hitchin, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 29 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gosmore
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Orthodontist in Gosmore: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Gosmore understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Hertfordshire.
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Practice data for Gosmore
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Gosmore itself. The nearest recorded are Bucklersbury Dental Studio in Hitchin, about a mile away; Smilecraft Dental Care Stevenage, about 3 miles away; and Harlow Dental Surgery in Letchworth Garden City, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Gosmore
Gosmore — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 21.7% of Gosmore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,164 residents in Gosmore's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Gosmore has more choice than 85% of towns in England. Families in Gosmore are served by secondary schools including Hitchin Girls' School (1.2 miles) and Hitchin Boys' School (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Gosmore's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Gosmore is about 29 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.
Where Gosmore sits locally
Ippollitts is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Gosmore.
The Orthodontic Journey in Gosmore
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Gosmore
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gosmore
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gosmore often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gosmore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gosmore is Bucklersbury Dental Studio in Hitchin, about 1.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Tilehouse Dental Clinic (1.2 miles) and Hitchin Dentistry (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gosmore?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Gosmore, 36 practices within 10 miles and 128 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gosmore?
The nearest practice to Gosmore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tilehouse Dental Clinic in Hitchin, about 1.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Vernon Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Orthoclinique (1.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gosmore, Hertfordshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gosmore, Hertfordshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.