Orthodontic practices near Gurnard
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Gurnard, 16 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, 4.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isle of Wight Dental ClinicHavenstreet | 4.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (97 reviews) |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Wight ClinicRyde | 7.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (393 reviews) |
| Smiles of Wight - Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRyde | 7.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| ISLE OF WIGHT ORTHODONTICSRyde | 7.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Twenty Dental CareGosport | 7.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (151 reviews) |
| Stoke Road Dental PracticeGosport | 8.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (107 reviews) |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 8.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gurnard with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Havenstreet, 4.6 miles south-east; the next are Lee-on-the-Solent (6.2 miles north-east) and Ryde (7.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Havenstreet | 1 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 6.2 miles north-east |
| Ryde | 3 | 7.2 miles east |
| Gosport | 3 | 7.8 miles east |
| Fareham | 5 | 9.1 miles north-east |
| Bursledon | 1 | 9.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gurnard
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wight Clinic in Ryde (5.0 from 393 reviews), 7.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wight ClinicRyde | 5.0 (393 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 11.6 miles north |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 10.7 miles north |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 9.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gurnard at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Wight |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,088 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 511 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Isle of Wight | 47th closest to an orthodontic practice of 121 places in the county (the county median is 5.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 5.3% across neighbourhoods in Isle of Wight |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy — 0.6 miles Medina College — 3.7 miles Carisbrooke College — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,156 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 50 schools, 16,601 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Isle of Wight Dental Clinic, Havenstreet — 5 miles David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre, Lee-on-the-Solent — 6 miles Wight Clinic, Ryde — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Damira Dental Studios — 1 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 Gurnard
The nearest practice to Gurnard is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, 4.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Isle of Wight Dental Clinic (4.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (9.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Gurnard list clear aligners, the nearest 4.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gurnard are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, 6.2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gurnard
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Orthodontist in Gurnard: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Gurnard. It connects local orthodontic research in Gurnard with the wider Isle of Wight area.
Gurnard in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Further from a major town or city, Gurnard sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.4% of Gurnard's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Gurnard, 6.2% of the 2,088 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 5.3% average across Isle of Wight, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Gurnard are Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy (0.6 miles) and Medina College (3.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 50 schools and 16,601 pupils in Gurnard's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Gurnard is roughly mid-table for England.
More local pages to browse
Pages for Rew Street, Cowes, Calving Close Copse, East Cowes, Pallancegate, and Mark's Corner follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
About Gurnard
Just around 1 km south-west, Rew Street is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What we know about practices near Gurnard
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Gurnard itself. The nearest we do hold are Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, about 5 miles away; David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, about 6 miles away; and Wight Clinic in Ryde, about 7 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Gurnard
Patients in Gurnard have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Gurnard
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 Gurnard practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Gurnard
Orthodontic treatment in Gurnard is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Gurnard
No orthodontic practice covers Gurnard directly, though Damira Dental Studios (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Gurnard's ONS geography type is urban: Further from a major town or city. Gurnard sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.4% of Gurnard's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Gurnard, 6.2% of the 2,088 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 5.3% average across Isle of Wight, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Secondary-age pupils near Gurnard attend schools such as Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy (0.6 miles) and Medina College (3.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Gurnard's Local Authority has 50 schools educating 16,601 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Gurnard is roughly mid-table for England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gurnard. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gurnard
This part of the page places Gurnard, Isle of Wight in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Rew Street, Cowes, Calving Close Copse, East Cowes, Pallancegate, and Mark's Corner may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gurnard
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gurnard often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gurnard?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gurnard is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, about 4.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (6.2 miles) and Wight Clinic (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gurnard?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Gurnard, 16 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gurnard?
The nearest practice to Gurnard that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, about 6.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smiles of Wight - Specialist Orthodontic Practice (7.4 miles) and ISLE OF WIGHT ORTHODONTICS (7.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gurnard, Isle of Wight?
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 Gurnard, Isle of Wight?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.