Orthodontic practices near Hatherop
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hatherop; 3 practices within 10 and 39 practices within 20. The closest is Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester, 8.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist Orthodontic Solutions CirencesterCirencester | 8.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| CIRENCESTER ORTHODONTICSCirencester | 8.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cirencester Dental PracticeCirencester | 8.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (413 reviews) |
| Seven Fields Dental Health CentreBroad Blunsdon | 10.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - CheltenhamBroad Blunsdon | 10.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (20 reviews) |
| Smiles CentreSwindon | 11.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (142 reviews) |
| Dentalcare SwindonSwindon | 11.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (192 reviews) |
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 12.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hatherop with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cirencester, 8.3 miles west; the next are Broad Blunsdon (10.4 miles south) and Swindon (11.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cirencester | 3 | 8.3 miles west |
| Broad Blunsdon | 2 | 10.4 miles south |
| Swindon | 11 | 11.4 miles south |
| Witney | 3 | 12.7 miles east |
| Lydiard Millicent | 1 | 14.0 miles south |
| Cheltenham | 10 | 15.7 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 Hatherop
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care. Implants and Specialist Dentistry in Swindon (5.0 from 370 reviews), 13.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care. Implants and Specialist DentistrySwindon | 5.0 (370 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 12.8 miles south |
| Cheltenham & Cotswold DentalCheltenham | 5.0 (201 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-west |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 16.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hatherop at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cotswold |
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire 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 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,733 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 23.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 17 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 503rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Farmor's School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,067 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester, Cirencester — 8 miles Seven Fields Dental Health Centre, Broad Blunsdon — 10 miles Smiles Centre, Swindon — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 39 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 Hatherop
The nearest practice to Hatherop is Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester, 8.3 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 39.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cheltenham (10.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentalcare Swindon (11.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Hatherop list clear aligners, the nearest 8.4 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 Hatherop are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CIRENCESTER ORTHODONTICS, 8.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hatherop to Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester is roughly 20 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 220 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hatherop
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Orthodontist in Hatherop: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Hatherop often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Hatherop itself or elsewhere in Gloucestershire.
Local treatment availability around Hatherop
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Hatherop. The nearest we do hold are Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester, about 8 miles away; Seven Fields Dental Health Centre in Broad Blunsdon, about 10 miles away; and Smiles Centre in Swindon, about 11 miles away.
Area profile for Hatherop
Hatherop is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.4% of Hatherop's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Hatherop, 5.4% of the 1,733 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Hatherop usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 17.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Hatherop are served by secondary schools including Farmor's School (2.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Hatherop close to the England median.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Quenington, Coln Saint Aldwyn, Aldsworth, Fairford, Milton End, and Horcott can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Hatherop in numbers
Quenington is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-west of Hatherop.
The Orthodontic Journey in Hatherop
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hatherop can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Hatherop
Every case in Hatherop follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Hatherop
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Hatherop has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Hatherop
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 Hatherop practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hatherop. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hatherop
If Hatherop, Gloucestershire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Nearby pages covering Quenington, Coln Saint Aldwyn, Aldsworth, Fairford, Milton End, and Horcott may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hatherop
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hatherop often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hatherop?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hatherop is Specialist Orthodontic Solutions Cirencester, about 8.3 miles to the west. The next closest are CIRENCESTER ORTHODONTICS (8.3 miles) and Cirencester Dental Practice (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hatherop?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hatherop, 3 practices within 10 miles and 39 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cirencester, 8.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hatherop?
The nearest practice to Hatherop that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CIRENCESTER ORTHODONTICS, about 8.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Cirencester Dental Practice (8.4 miles) and Smiles Centre (11.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hatherop, Gloucestershire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hatherop, Gloucestershire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.