Orthodontic practices near Horham
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Horham; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 17.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich OrthodonticsAshwellthorpe | 17.1 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave | 17.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Page DrIpswich | 17.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 17.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (366 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SpecialistsIpswich | 17.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
| Christchurch Dental PracticeIpswich | 17.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (392 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 17.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) |
| Ipswich OrthodonticsIpswich | 17.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (60 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Horham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashwellthorpe, 17.1 miles north; the next are Kesgrave (17.2 miles south) and Ipswich (17.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 17.1 miles north |
| Kesgrave | 2 | 17.2 miles south |
| Ipswich | 12 | 17.3 miles south |
| Norwich | 9 | 20.9 miles north |
| Bury St Edmunds | 6 | 21.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Horham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ipswich Dental Surgery (4.9 from 1,210 reviews), 17.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) | 17.6 miles south |
| Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich | 4.9 (693 reviews) | 17.7 miles south |
| Christchurch Dental PracticeIpswich | 4.9 (392 reviews) | 17.5 miles south |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 4.9 (366 reviews) | 17.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Horham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Suffolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk 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 |
| Population | 305 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,037 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 | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 40 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Suffolk | 716th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stradbroke High School — 1.3 miles Hartismere School — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 353 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 17 miles Martlesham Heath Dental Practice, Kesgrave — 17 miles Page Dr, Ipswich — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Harleston Dental & Aethetic Clinic — 7 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 Horham
Horham is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 17.1 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Christchurch Dental Practice (17.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Cathedral Dental (22.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Horham list clear aligners, the nearest 17.2 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 Horham are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, 17.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Horham to Norwich Orthodontics is roughly 40 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 440 to 890 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £400 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 440 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Horham
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Orthodontist in Horham: Before booking anything in Horham, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Suffolk, not just Horham. Horham — a small village with a population of around 305 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Horham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Horham itself. The nearest we do hold are Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 17 miles away; Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 17 miles away; and Page Dr in Ipswich, about 17 miles away.
Area profile for Horham
Horham is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.5% of Horham's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 2,037 residents in Horham's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Suffolk. Horham has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 17 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Horham attend schools such as Stradbroke High School (1.3 miles) and Hartismere School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Horham sits close to the England average for deprivation.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Athelington, Battlesea Green, Chickering, Fingal Street, Stradbroke, and Denham Street may also help.
Facts about Horham
With a population of roughly 305, Horham is a small village within Suffolk. Athelington is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south of Horham.
Orthodontic Treatments in Horham
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Horham can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Horham
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Horham
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Horham helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Horham
No orthodontic practice covers Horham directly, though Harleston Dental & Aethetic Clinic (about 7 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Horham sits within NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Horham has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.5% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 2,037 residents in Horham's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Suffolk. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Horham; the nearest is about 17 miles away. Families in Horham are served by secondary schools including Stradbroke High School (1.3 miles) and Hartismere School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Horham is roughly mid-table for England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Horham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Horham
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Horham, Suffolk with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Athelington, Battlesea Green, Chickering, Fingal Street, Stradbroke, and Denham Street for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Horham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Horham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Horham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Horham is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 17.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Martlesham Heath Dental Practice (17.2 miles) and Page Dr (17.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Horham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Horham, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ashwellthorpe, 17.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Horham?
The nearest practice to Horham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 17.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ipswich Dental Surgery (17.6 miles) and Ipswich Orthodontics (17.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Horham, Suffolk?
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 Horham, Suffolk?
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.