Orthodontic practices near Guildford
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Guildford, 32 practices within 10 and 156 practices within 20. The closest is Specialist Dental in Guildford, 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist DentalGuildford | 0.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Guildford Dental PracticeGuildford | 0.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (77 reviews) |
| Eastgate Dental ClinicGuildford | 0.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club OrthodonticsGuildford | 0.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (408 reviews) |
| Guildford Dental PartnershipGuildford | 0.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (121 reviews) |
| Guildford OrthodonticsGuildford | 0.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (148 reviews) |
| Guildford Smiles Dental PracticeGuildford | 0.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.2 (79 reviews) |
| Rectory House Dental PracticeGuildford | 0.4 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (103 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Guildford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Guildford, 0.1 miles south; the next are Worplesdon (1.5 miles north-west) and Fairlands (2.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Guildford | 13 | 0.1 miles south |
| Worplesdon | 1 | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Fairlands | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Godalming | 1 | 4.3 miles south-west |
| Woking | 5 | 5.3 miles north |
| Knaphill | 1 | 5.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Guildford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club Orthodontics in Guildford (5.0 from 408 reviews), 0.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club OrthodonticsGuildford | 5.0 (408 reviews) | 0.2 miles south-east |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Surrey Dental & AestheticsWoking | 5.0 (276 reviews) | 7.4 miles north |
| Elmsleigh House Dental ClinicAldershot | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Guildford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Guildford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 |
| Population | 71,873 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,677 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 16.9% aged 16 to 24 and 49.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,139 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Surrey | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 415 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.6% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Surrey |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Guildford County School — 0.8 miles Christ's College, Guildford — 1.1 miles George Abbot School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,441 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 13 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 156 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | GU1 |
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 Guildford
Guildford has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Specialist Dental in Guildford is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 156.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Guildford Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 22 of the practices around Guildford list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Guildford are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eastgate Dental Clinic in Guildford, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Guildford
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Orthodontist in Guildford: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Guildford understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Surrey, not just Guildford. Guildford — a large town with a population of around 71,873 — is covered on this page specifically.
Facts about Guildford
With a population of roughly 71,873, Guildford is a large town within Surrey. Just around 1 km north-west, Bellfields is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Guildford
Guildford is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With just 11.5% of residents under 16, Guildford skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,677 residents in the neighbourhood around Guildford, 3.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Guildford has more choice than 87% of towns in England. Families in Guildford are served by secondary schools including Guildford County School (0.8 miles) and Christ's College, Guildford (1.1 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Guildford close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Guildford is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Bellfields, Guildford Park, Artington, Boxgrove Park, Slyfield, and Woodbridge Hill are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What local practice data suggests in Guildford
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 13 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Guildford or nearby searches; 10 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 6 mention fixed braces; 6 include NHS signals and 13 include private treatment signals; 9 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 5, wheelchair access from 5, and evening or weekend availability from 8. Nearby practice records include Brockley House, Dr Dana Bondoc | Brace Club Orthodontics, Eastgate Dental Clinic, Guildford Dental Centre, and Guildford Dental Partnership. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as Invisalign.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Guildford
Patients in Guildford have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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. People from Bellfields, Guildford Park and Boxgrove Park regularly visit orthodontists in Guildford.
Treatment Options in Guildford — Local Context
There are 13 orthodontic practices in our database covering Guildford. By ONS classification, Guildford falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 11.5% of Guildford's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Guildford, 3.6% of the 1,677 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Guildford has more choice than 87% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Guildford attend schools such as Guildford County School (0.8 miles) and Christ's College, Guildford (1.1 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Guildford's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Guildford is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away. Looking at the 13 practices listed around Guildford, NHS provision is recorded at 6 and private treatment at 13; 10 offer clear aligners, 6 offer fixed appliances; 9 mention payment plans or finance; and 1 offers a remote or online first consultation. On practical access, 8 list evening or weekend appointments, 5 mention parking and 5 record step-free or wheelchair access. The areas they name as covered include Invisalign. These counts come from what each practice publishes, so treat them as a starting point for enquiries rather than a complete picture of what is available. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. People from Bellfields, Guildford Park, and Boxgrove Park regularly make use of Guildford's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
The Orthodontic Journey in Guildford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Guildford can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Bellfields, Guildford Park and Boxgrove Park regularly visit orthodontists in Guildford.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Guildford
13 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Guildford. ONS classifies Guildford as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Guildford falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Guildford has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.5% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,677 residents in the neighbourhood around Guildford, 3.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. Guildford has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Guildford attend schools such as Guildford County School (0.8 miles) and Christ's College, Guildford (1.1 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Guildford sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Guildford is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Bellfields, Guildford Park, and Boxgrove Park regularly make use of Guildford's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Guildford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Guildford
These links help widen your research beyond Guildford, Surrey if you're open to travelling a little further. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Bellfields, Guildford Park, Artington, Boxgrove Park, Slyfield, and Woodbridge Hill.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Guildford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Guildford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Guildford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Guildford is Specialist Dental in Guildford, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Guildford Dental Practice (0.2 miles) and Eastgate Dental Clinic (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Guildford?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Guildford, 32 practices within 10 miles and 156 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Guildford?
The nearest practice to Guildford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eastgate Dental Clinic in Guildford, about 0.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Guildford Dental Partnership (0.3 miles) and Guildford Orthodontics (0.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Guildford, Surrey?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Guildford, Surrey?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.