Orthodontic practices near Hurst Wickham
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Hurst Wickham, 30 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Hurst Dental Practice in Burgess Hill, 0.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurst Dental PracticeBurgess Hill | 0.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (233 reviews) |
| Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (369 reviews) |
| George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Gateway Dental | Burgess Hill DentistBurgess Hill | 1.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (629 reviews) |
| Elite dental studiosBurgess Hill | 1.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (24 reviews) |
| NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill | 1.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (210 reviews) |
| The Perrymount ClinicHaywards Heath | 4.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (226 reviews) |
| Gresham Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 4.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hurst Wickham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Burgess Hill, 0.9 miles south-west; the next are Haywards Heath (4.3 miles north-east) and Hove (6.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Burgess Hill | 6 | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Haywards Heath | 8 | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Hove | 4 | 6.7 miles south |
| Brighton | 11 | 6.9 miles south |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 8.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hurst Wickham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Burgess Hill Dental (5.0 from 369 reviews), 1.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill | 5.0 (369 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-east |
| NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-east |
| George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 7.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hurst Wickham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Sussex |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 26.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,276 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.6% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 296 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 42nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 12.2% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Burgess Hill Academy — 1.4 miles Downlands Community School — 1.6 miles St Paul's Catholic College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,366 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hurst Dental Practice, Burgess Hill — under a mile The Perrymount Clinic, Haywards Heath — 4 miles The Town House Dental Practice, Hove — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 60 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BN6 |
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 Hurst Wickham
Hurst Wickham has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Hurst Dental Practice in Burgess Hill is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Mary Yates Orthodontics (4.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Sami Butt (4.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Hurst Wickham 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 Hurst Wickham are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Burgess Hill Dental, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 39 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hurst Wickham
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Orthodontist in Hurst Wickham: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Hurst Wickham understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Hurst Wickham itself or elsewhere in West Sussex.
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Related pages for Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, St John's Common, Burgess Hill, Keymer, and Albourne are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The local picture in Hurst Wickham
Hurst Wickham's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With 26.7% of residents under 16, Hurst Wickham has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around Hurst Wickham, 12.2% of the 2,276 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hurst Wickham is better served than 83% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Hurst Wickham attend schools such as The Burgess Hill Academy (1.4 miles) and Downlands Community School (1.6 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Hurst Wickham among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Hurst Wickham is about 39 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London.
Facts about Hurst Wickham
Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Hassocks, the closest linked location.
Useful local orthodontic context for Hurst Wickham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hurst Wickham itself. The closest on record are Hurst Dental Practice in Burgess Hill, under a mile away; The Perrymount Clinic in Haywards Heath, about 4 miles away; and The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, about 7 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Hurst Wickham Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Hurst Wickham can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hurst Wickham
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Hurst Wickham
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hurst Wickham can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Hurst Wickham
Not every practice near Hurst Wickham offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Hurst Wickham is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Hurst Wickham falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With 26.7% of residents under 16, Hurst Wickham has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 12.2% of the 2,276 residents in Hurst Wickham's census neighbourhood, above the 7% average across West Sussex. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (14), Hurst Wickham has more choice than 83% of towns in England. Families in Hurst Wickham are served by secondary schools including The Burgess Hill Academy (1.4 miles) and Downlands Community School (1.6 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Hurst Wickham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hurst Wickham is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 39 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hurst Wickham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hurst Wickham
These links help widen your research beyond Hurst Wickham, West Sussex if you're open to travelling a little further. Related nearby location pages such as Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, St John's Common, Burgess Hill, Keymer, and Albourne can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hurst Wickham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hurst Wickham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hurst Wickham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hurst Wickham is Hurst Dental Practice in Burgess Hill, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Burgess Hill Dental (1.6 miles) and George Billis Endodontics (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hurst Wickham?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Hurst Wickham, 30 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hurst Wickham?
The nearest practice to Hurst Wickham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Burgess Hill Dental, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include George Billis Endodontics (1.6 miles) and Dr Sami Butt (4.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hurst Wickham, West Sussex?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hurst Wickham, West Sussex?
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.