Orthodontic practices near Kimmeridge
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Kimmeridge; 4 practices within 10 and 33 practices within 20. The closest is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, 8.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 8.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Park Dental PracticePoole | 9.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental SurgeryCanford Heath | 10.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| White Align DentalParkstone | 10.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (39 reviews) |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 10.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 10.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (550 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kimmeridge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Poole, 8.5 miles north-east; the next are Canford Heath (10.2 miles north-east) and Parkstone (10.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Poole | 8 | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Parkstone | 2 | 10.4 miles north-east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 10.8 miles north-east |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 11.7 miles north-east |
| Weymouth | 3 | 14.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kimmeridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 13.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 13.4 miles north-east |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 4.9 (550 reviews) | 10.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kimmeridge at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,830 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 20.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 28 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 303rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Purbeck School — 4.4 miles The Swanage School — 6.0 miles |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hamworthy Dental Practice, Poole — 8 miles Octagon Dental Surgery, Canford Heath — 10 miles White Align Dental, Parkstone — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 33 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 Kimmeridge
The nearest practice to Kimmeridge is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, 8.5 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 33.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (9.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental on the Banks (10.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Kimmeridge list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Kimmeridge are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorset Dental Clinic in Poole, 9.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Kimmeridge to Hamworthy Dental Practice is roughly 20 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 220 to 440 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kimmeridge
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Orthodontist in Kimmeridge: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Kimmeridge? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Dorset and the surrounding area.
Local provider signals in Kimmeridge
There is no orthodontist on our records in Kimmeridge itself. The nearest recorded are Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 8 miles away; Octagon Dental Surgery in Canford Heath, about 10 miles away; and White Align Dental in Parkstone, about 10 miles away.
Facts about Kimmeridge
Creech is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north of Kimmeridge.
More local pages to browse
Related pages for Creech, Cocknowle, East Creech, Bradle, Furzebrook, and Creech Bottom are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The local picture in Kimmeridge
Officially, Kimmeridge is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Kimmeridge has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.6% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,830 residents in the neighbourhood around Kimmeridge, 4.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Kimmeridge; the nearest is about 9 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 16.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Kimmeridge attend schools such as The Purbeck School (4.4 miles) and The Swanage School (6.0 miles). Kimmeridge's Local Authority area covers 179 schools and 51,332 pupils, according to DfE figures. Kimmeridge's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Kimmeridge
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Kimmeridge 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 Kimmeridge
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Kimmeridge
Starting orthodontic treatment in Kimmeridge 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Kimmeridge
Provision in Kimmeridge varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Kimmeridge is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Kimmeridge's under-16 share, 11.6%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Kimmeridge, 4.6% of the 1,830 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Kimmeridge; the nearest is about 9 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 16.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Kimmeridge are served by secondary schools including The Purbeck School (4.4 miles) and The Swanage School (6.0 miles). DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across Kimmeridge's Local Authority. Kimmeridge sits close to the England average for deprivation. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kimmeridge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kimmeridge
These local links are here for anyone comparing Kimmeridge, Dorset against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Creech, Cocknowle, East Creech, Bradle, Furzebrook, and Creech Bottom follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kimmeridge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kimmeridge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kimmeridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kimmeridge is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 8.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dorset Dental Clinic (9.3 miles) and Dorset Dental Implants (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kimmeridge?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Kimmeridge, 4 practices within 10 miles and 33 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Poole, 8.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kimmeridge?
The nearest practice to Kimmeridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorset Dental Clinic in Poole, about 9.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dorset Dental Implants (9.3 miles) and Dental on the Banks (10.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kimmeridge, Dorset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Kimmeridge, Dorset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.