Orthodontic practices near Great Burstead
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Great Burstead, 62 practices within 10 and 157 practices within 20. The closest is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, 1.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Green Dental PracticeBillericay | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (127 reviews) |
| Billericay Dental CareBillericay | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (559 reviews) |
| DentalKindBillericay | 2.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Billericay Dental StudioBillericay | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (190 reviews) |
| Smile Dental CentreBasildon | 2.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (581 reviews) |
| New Smile OrthodonticsBasildon | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (278 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental ClinicBasildon | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (161 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBasildon | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Great Burstead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Billericay, 1.0 miles north-west; the next are Basildon (2.1 miles south-east) and Wickford (3.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Billericay | 5 | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Basildon | 8 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Wickford | 4 | 3.3 miles east |
| Pitsea | 2 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Brentwood | 5 | 5.2 miles north-west |
| Shenfield | 2 | 5.2 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 Great Burstead
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Billericay Dental Studio (5.0 from 190 reviews), 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Billericay Dental StudioBillericay | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Grange Green Dental PracticeBillericay | 5.0 (127 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| Smile Dental CentreBasildon | 4.9 (581 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Great Burstead at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Basildon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,569 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 362 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within Essex | 65th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Academy Billericay — 1.6 miles The James Hornsby School — 1.7 miles De La Salle School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,551 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Grange Green Dental Practice, Billericay — 1 miles Smile Dental Centre, Basildon — 2 miles Inspire Dental Wickford, Wickford — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 62 within 10 miles, 157 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 Great Burstead
The nearest practice to Great Burstead is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 62 practices, and within 20 there are 157.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Billericay Dental Care (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Great Burstead list clear aligners, the nearest 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 Great Burstead are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Great Burstead
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Orthodontist in Great Burstead: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Great Burstead. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Great Burstead or another part of Essex.
Where Great Burstead sits locally
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Noak Bridge, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can continue browsing related location pages including Noak Bridge, Steeple View, Noak Hill, Pipps Hill, Sunnymede, and Laindon if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
The local picture in Great Burstead
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Great Burstead sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Great Burstead, 6.4% of the 1,569 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), Great Burstead has more choice than 89% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Great Burstead are Harris Academy Billericay (1.6 miles) and The James Hornsby School (1.7 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Great Burstead among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Great Burstead is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Useful local orthodontic context for Great Burstead
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Great Burstead. The nearest we do hold are Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, about a mile away; Smile Dental Centre in Basildon, about 2 miles away; and Inspire Dental Wickford, about 3 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Great Burstead
The orthodontic landscape in Great Burstead offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Great Burstead
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 Great Burstead practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Great Burstead
Many people in Great Burstead 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. 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 Great Burstead — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Great Burstead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Great Burstead
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Great Burstead, Essex within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Noak Bridge, Steeple View, Noak Hill, Pipps Hill, Sunnymede, and Laindon.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Great Burstead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Great Burstead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Great Burstead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Great Burstead is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, about 1.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Billericay Dental Care (2.0 miles) and DentalKind (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Great Burstead?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Great Burstead, 62 practices within 10 miles and 157 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Great Burstead?
The nearest practice to Great Burstead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay, about 1.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Billericay Dental Care (2.0 miles) and Smile Dental Centre (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Great Burstead, Essex?
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 Great Burstead, Essex?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.