Orthodontic practices near Hillpound
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hillpound; 27 practices within 10 and 72 practices within 20. The closest is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 5.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| OMUOwslebury | 5.9 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
| White WinchesterOwslebury | 5.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (47 reviews) |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Serenity DentalFareham | 6.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| SmilemakersBursledon | 7.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hillpound with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Fareham, 5.5 miles south; the next are Owslebury (5.9 miles north-west) and Bursledon (7.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 5 | 5.5 miles south |
| Owslebury | 2 | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Bursledon | 1 | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Southampton | 9 | 7.7 miles west |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 7.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hillpound
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Winchester Orthodontic Practice (5.0 from 101 reviews), 9.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 9.9 miles west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 10.1 miles west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 5.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hillpound at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Winchester |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,762 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,013 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 Hampshire | 589th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Swanmore College — 0.4 miles Deer Park School — 4.8 miles Wyvern College — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,338 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham — 6 miles OMU, Owslebury — 6 miles Smilemakers, Bursledon — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 72 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 Hillpound
The nearest practice to Hillpound is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 5.5 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 27 practices, and within 20 there are 72.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (9.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (5.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Hillpound list clear aligners, the nearest 5.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hillpound are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is VIDA Dentistry in Fareham, 6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hillpound to Angus Pringle Orthodontics is roughly 10 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 140 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hillpound
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Orthodontist in Hillpound: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Hillpound often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Hampshire, not just Hillpound.
The local picture in Hillpound
ONS classifies Hillpound as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Hillpound falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Hillpound's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.4% of the 1,762 residents in Hillpound's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Hillpound has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Hillpound are Swanmore College (0.4 miles) and Deer Park School (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Hillpound falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Local orthodontic signals in Hillpound
There is no orthodontist on our records in Hillpound itself. The closest on record are Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 6 miles away; OMU in Owslebury, about 6 miles away; and Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 7 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Swanmore, Hill Grove, Mislingford, Dundridge, Shirrell Heath, and Waltham Chase as well as this one.
Hillpound in numbers
Just under 1 km north, Swanmore is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Hillpound
The orthodontic landscape in Hillpound offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Hillpound — Local Context
Not every practice near Hillpound offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Hillpound sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Hillpound's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.4% of the 1,762 residents in Hillpound's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Hillpound; the nearest is about 6 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Hillpound are Swanmore College (0.4 miles) and Deer Park School (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Hillpound among England's less deprived areas. There is no orthodontist on our records in Hillpound itself. The nearest we do hold are Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 6 miles away; OMU in Owslebury, about 6 miles away; and Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 7 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Hillpound
Orthodontic treatment in Hillpound 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Hillpound
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Hillpound
Treatment in Hillpound runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hillpound. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hillpound
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Hillpound, Hampshire alone. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Swanmore, Hill Grove, Mislingford, Dundridge, Shirrell Heath, and Waltham Chase.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hillpound
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hillpound often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hillpound?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hillpound is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 5.5 miles to the south. The next closest are OMU (5.9 miles) and White Winchester (5.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hillpound?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hillpound, 27 practices within 10 miles and 72 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Fareham, 5.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hillpound?
The nearest practice to Hillpound that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is VIDA Dentistry in Fareham, about 6.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (6.0 miles) and ORTHODONTICA LIMITED (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hillpound, Hampshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hillpound, Hampshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.