Orthodontic practices near Headington
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Headington, 25 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, 0.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford OrthodonticsMarston | 0.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (269 reviews) |
| THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTREOxford | 0.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Oxford DentalMedOxford | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (32 reviews) |
| One The GalleryOxford | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| The Oxford Smile Clinics - DidcotOxford | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (37 reviews) |
| Lars Christensen OrthodonticsOxford | 1.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - OxfordOxford | 1.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Accessible OrthodonticsOxford | 1.8 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (449 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Headington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marston, 0.4 miles east; the next are Oxford (0.4 miles east) and Kidlington (4.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Marston | 1 | 0.4 miles east |
| Oxford | 11 | 0.4 miles east |
| Kidlington | 3 | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Radley | 2 | 5.6 miles south |
| Abingdon | 5 | 5.6 miles south |
| Bicester | 4 | 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 Headington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon (5.0 from 253 reviews), 6.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 6.8 miles south |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 10.4 miles east |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) | 10.0 miles north |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 10.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Headington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oxford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,236 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.9% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,213 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 13th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cheney School — 0.5 miles Oxford Spires Academy — 1.2 miles The Swan School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,868 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oxford Orthodontics, Marston — under a mile THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Oxford — under a mile The White Bridge Dental Clinic, Kidlington — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 45 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | OX3 |
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 Headington
Headington has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Oxford Orthodontics in Marston is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Oxford Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (1.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Headington 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 Headington are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Oxford, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Headington
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Orthodontist in Headington: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Headington understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Oxfordshire.
Local context for Headington
Heading south-east for around 1 km brings you to New Headington, the closest linked location.
Local orthodontic signals in Headington
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Headington. The nearest recorded are Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, under a mile away; THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Oxford, under a mile away; and The White Bridge Dental Clinic in Kidlington, about 5 miles away.
Headington in context
Headington is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Headington sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.1% of Headington'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% of the 1,236 residents in Headington's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Headington has more choice than 81% of towns in England. Families in Headington are served by secondary schools including Cheney School (0.5 miles) and Oxford Spires Academy (1.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Headington's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Compare nearby areas
Pages for New Headington, Florence Park, Headington Quarry, Headington Hill, Marston, and Elsfield follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Orthodontic Treatments in Headington
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Headington can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Headington — Local Context
What's available in Headington depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Headington falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Headington. Census data puts 15.1% of Headington's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,236 residents in Headington's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Headington has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 81% of towns in England. Families in Headington are served by secondary schools including Cheney School (0.5 miles) and Oxford Spires Academy (1.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Headington among England's less deprived areas. There is no orthodontist on our records in Headington itself. The nearest we do hold are Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, under a mile away; THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Oxford, under a mile away; and The White Bridge Dental Clinic in Kidlington, about 5 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Headington
Many people in Headington delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Headington
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Headington
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Headington — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Headington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Headington
These local links are here for anyone comparing Headington, Oxfordshire against nearby alternatives. This page links onward to New Headington, Florence Park, Headington Quarry, Headington Hill, Marston, and Elsfield for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Headington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Headington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Headington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Headington is Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, about 0.4 miles to the east. The next closest are THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.4 miles) and Oxford DentalMed (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Headington?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Headington, 25 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Headington?
The nearest practice to Headington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Oxford, about 0.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include One The Gallery (1.2 miles) and The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Headington, Oxfordshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Headington, Oxfordshire?
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.