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Orthodontic practices near Headington Quarry

On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Headington Quarry, 27 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, 0.5 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Oxford OrthodonticsMarston0.5 miles west–✓✓4.9 (269 reviews)
THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTREOxford0.5 miles west✓–––
Oxford DentalMedOxford1.8 miles south-west–––4.3 (32 reviews)
One The GalleryOxford1.9 miles south-west✓––4.9 (76 reviews)
Westbridge Dental PracticeOxford2.1 miles south✓–✓4.1 (256 reviews)
The Oxford Smile Clinics - DidcotOxford2.5 miles west✓✓✓4.7 (37 reviews)
Lars Christensen OrthodonticsOxford2.6 miles west✓–✓4.8 (20 reviews)
Oxford Orthodontics PracticeOxford2.6 miles west✓✓✓4.6 (155 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Headington Quarry with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marston, 0.5 miles west; the next are Oxford (0.5 miles west) and Kidlington (5.3 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Marston10.5 miles west
Oxford110.5 miles west
Kidlington35.3 miles north-west
Radley25.9 miles south-west
Abingdon55.9 miles south-west
Bicester48.9 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 Quarry

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), 7.2 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon5.0 (253 reviews)7.2 miles south-west
Thame OrthodonticsThame5.0 (56 reviews)9.5 miles east
Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester4.9 (1,011 reviews)9.8 miles north
Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot4.9 (730 reviews)10.7 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Headington Quarry at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaOxford
NHS dental servicesNHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1616.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,437 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally11.8% aged 16 to 24 and 34.4% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car36% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre6,533 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England
Access within Oxfordshire19th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.3% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire
Nearest secondary schoolsCheney School — 1.1 miles
Oxford Spires Academy — 1.5 miles
The Swan School — 1.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles7 schools, about 9,014 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesOxford 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 miles27 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistDamira Dental Studios — under a mile

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 Quarry

The nearest practice to Headington Quarry is Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 46.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oxford Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Headington Quarry 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 Quarry 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 Quarry

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Orthodontic care near Headington Quarry

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Headington Quarry, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Oxfordshire.

What we know about practices near Headington Quarry

There is no orthodontist on our records in Headington Quarry 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.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Risinghurst, New Headington, Shotover Hill, Headington, Florence Park, and Cowley.

Headington Quarry in context

Headington Quarry's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Headington Quarry falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 1,437 residents in Headington Quarry's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Headington Quarry is better served than 79% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Headington Quarry are Cheney School (1.1 miles) and Oxford Spires Academy (1.5 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Headington Quarry's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.

Facts about Headington Quarry

Risinghurst is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Headington Quarry.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Headington Quarry

Many people in Headington Quarry 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Headington Quarry

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Headington Quarry — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Headington Quarry

Patients in Headington Quarry have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Treatment Options in Headington Quarry — Local Context

No orthodontic practice covers Headington Quarry directly, though Damira Dental Studios (under a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. By ONS classification, Headington Quarry falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Headington Quarry sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,437 residents in the neighbourhood around Headington Quarry, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Headington Quarry is better served than 79% of towns in England. Families in Headington Quarry are served by secondary schools including Cheney School (1.1 miles) and Oxford Spires Academy (1.5 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Headington Quarry's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Headington Quarry 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. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Headington Quarry. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Headington Quarry

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Headington Quarry often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Headington Quarry?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Headington Quarry is Oxford Orthodontics in Marston, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.5 miles) and Oxford DentalMed (1.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Headington Quarry?

Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Headington Quarry, 27 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Headington Quarry?

The nearest practice to Headington Quarry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE WINDMILL ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Oxford, about 0.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include One The Gallery (1.9 miles) and Westbridge Dental Practice (2.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Headington Quarry, Oxfordshire?

For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Headington Quarry, Oxfordshire?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitleHeadington Quarry, Oxfordshire Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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