Orthodontic practices near Hedsor
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Hedsor, 42 practices within 10 and 213 practices within 20. The closest is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MakingSmiles BeaconsfieldBeaconsfield | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (19 reviews) |
| SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITEDBeaconsfield | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Canon House ClinicBeaconsfield | 3.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| Acorn Dental CareMaidenhead | 3.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (650 reviews) |
| Belmont Lodge Dental HealthMaidenhead | 3.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.4 (78 reviews) |
| MAIDENHEAD ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidenhead | 3.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Optima Dental CareMaidenhead | 4.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (94 reviews) |
| Belur Orthodontics - Specialist Orthodontist in MarlowMarlow | 4.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (25 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hedsor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Beaconsfield, 2.9 miles north-east; the next are Maidenhead (3.5 miles south-west) and Marlow (4.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beaconsfield | 3 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Maidenhead | 4 | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Marlow | 2 | 4.2 miles west |
| Slough | 10 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| High Wycombe | 8 | 5.0 miles north-west |
| Gerrards Cross | 1 | 5.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hedsor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alma Road Dental in Windsor (5.0 from 52 reviews), 6.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Road DentalWindsor | 5.0 (52 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental EmergenciesSlough | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Belur Orthodontics - Specialist Orthodontist in MarlowMarlow | 5.0 (25 reviews) | 4.2 miles west |
| Enhance Dental Centre.High Wycombe | 4.9 (1,030 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hedsor at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Buckinghamshire |
| 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 |
| Population | 390 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,471 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 31.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 442 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Buckinghamshire | 159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 335 places in the county (the county median is 2.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.4% here, against 7.7% across neighbourhoods in Buckinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | E-Act Bourne End Academy — 1.3 miles Beaconsfield High School — 2.8 miles The Beaconsfield School — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,128 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 270 schools, 98,299 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, Beaconsfield — 3 miles Acorn Dental Care, Maidenhead — 4 miles Belur Orthodontics - Specialist Orthodontist in Marlow, Marlow — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 213 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Rodericks - Cookham Dental practice — 2 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 Hedsor
Hedsor is 2.9 miles from MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 42 practices, and within 20 there are 213.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: MakingSmiles Beaconsfield (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Canon House Clinic (3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Hedsor list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 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 Hedsor are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hedsor
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Orthodontist in Hedsor: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Hedsor? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Hedsor itself or elsewhere in Buckinghamshire. Hedsor — a small village with a population of around 390 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local context for Hedsor
Hedsor has a population of around 390, making it a small village within Buckinghamshire. Wooburn is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-west of Hedsor.
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Pages for Berghers Hill, Cliveden, Wooburn, Wooburn Common, Wooburn Green, and Cores End follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
The local picture in Hedsor
ONS classifies Hedsor as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Hedsor falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.9% of Hedsor's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.4% of the 1,471 residents in Hedsor's census neighbourhood, below the 7.7% average across Buckinghamshire. Hedsor has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Hedsor are E-Act Bourne End Academy (1.3 miles) and Beaconsfield High School (2.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 270 schools and 98,299 pupils across Hedsor's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Hedsor sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hedsor is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 24 miles away.
Practice data for Hedsor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hedsor itself. The closest on record are MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, about 3 miles away; Acorn Dental Care in Maidenhead, about 4 miles away; and Belur Orthodontics - Specialist Orthodontist in Marlow, about 4 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Hedsor
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hedsor 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Hedsor
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Hedsor
No orthodontic practice covers Hedsor directly, though Rodericks - Cookham Dental practice (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Hedsor — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 14.9% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.4% of the 1,471 residents in Hedsor's census neighbourhood, below the 7.7% average across Buckinghamshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Hedsor has more choice than 79% of towns in England. Families in Hedsor are served by secondary schools including E-Act Bourne End Academy (1.3 miles) and Beaconsfield High School (2.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Hedsor's Local Authority has 270 schools educating 98,299 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Hedsor among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hedsor is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 24 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Hedsor Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Hedsor offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hedsor
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hedsor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hedsor
If Hedsor, Buckinghamshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Berghers Hill, Cliveden, Wooburn, Wooburn Common, Wooburn Green, and Cores End.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hedsor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hedsor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hedsor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hedsor is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (2.9 miles) and Canon House Clinic (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hedsor?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Hedsor, 42 practices within 10 miles and 213 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hedsor?
The nearest practice to Hedsor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (2.9 miles) and MAIDENHEAD ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hedsor, Buckinghamshire?
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 Hedsor, Buckinghamshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.