Orthodontic practices near Leafield
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Leafield, 3 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is High Street Dental Practice in Witney, 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Street Dental PracticeWitney | 4.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 4.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
| Witney Brace PlaceWitney | 4.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Smile With UsKidlington | 10.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 10.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 11.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 11.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
| Lars Christensen OrthodonticsOxford | 13.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Leafield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Witney, 4.3 miles south-east; the next are Kidlington (10.6 miles east) and Oxford (11.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witney | 3 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Kidlington | 3 | 10.6 miles east |
| Oxford | 11 | 11.9 miles south-east |
| Upper Heyford | 1 | 13.6 miles north-east |
| Bloxham | 1 | 14.2 miles north-east |
| Marston | 1 | 15.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Leafield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic in Upper Heyford (5.0 from 296 reviews), 13.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heyford Smiles Dental ClinicUpper Heyford | 5.0 (296 reviews) | 13.6 miles north-east |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 16.2 miles south-east |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) | 17.0 miles east |
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 4.9 (538 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Leafield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Oxfordshire |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 945 |
| Residents under 16 | 18% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,582 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 97 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 252nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wood Green School — 4.4 miles The Henry Box School — 4.6 miles Burford School — 5.0 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | High Street Dental Practice, Witney — 4 miles Smile With Us, Kidlington — 11 miles Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, Oxford — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 38 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 Leafield
Leafield is 4.3 miles from High Street Dental Practice in Witney, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford (11.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (13.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Leafield list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Leafield are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 4.5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Leafield
Oxfordshire12 nearby locationsOrthodontic care near Leafield
Orthodontist in Leafield: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Leafield often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Leafield or another part of Oxfordshire. Leafield — a small village with a population of around 945 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Leafield
Officially, Leafield is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Leafield's under-16 share sits at 18%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,582 residents in the neighbourhood around Leafield, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Leafield is better served than 52% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Leafield attend schools such as Wood Green School (4.4 miles) and The Henry Box School (4.6 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Leafield sits among the less deprived areas of England.
Useful local orthodontic context for Leafield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Leafield. The nearest we do hold are High Street Dental Practice in Witney, about 4 miles away; Smile With Us in Kidlington, about 11 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Field Assarts, Fordwells, Chilson, Asthall Leigh, Ascott under Wychwood, and Little Minster as well as this one.
Local context for Leafield
Around 945 people live in Leafield, which is a small village within Oxfordshire. The nearest other location we cover is Field Assarts, around 2 km to the south.
Orthodontic Treatments in Leafield
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Leafield 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.
Treatment Options in Leafield — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Leafield — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Leafield's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Leafield falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. 18% of Leafield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 1,582 residents in Leafield's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Leafield has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. Families in Leafield are served by secondary schools including Wood Green School (4.4 miles) and The Henry Box School (4.6 miles). Leafield falls in a less deprived area than most of England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Leafield itself. The nearest recorded are High Street Dental Practice in Witney, about 4 miles away; Smile With Us in Kidlington, about 11 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 12 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Leafield
Starting orthodontic treatment in Leafield can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Leafield
Provision in Leafield varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Leafield is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Leafield's under-16 share sits at 18%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 1,582 residents in Leafield's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Leafield is better served than 52% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Leafield are Wood Green School (4.4 miles) and The Henry Box School (4.6 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Leafield sits among the less deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Leafield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Leafield
These links help widen your research beyond Leafield, Oxfordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Field Assarts, Fordwells, Chilson, Asthall Leigh, Ascott under Wychwood, and Little Minster.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Leafield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Leafield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Leafield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Leafield is High Street Dental Practice in Witney, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Buttercross Dental Practice (4.5 miles) and Witney Brace Place (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Leafield?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Leafield, 3 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Leafield?
The nearest practice to Leafield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 4.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ridentes Dental Practice (10.8 miles) and The White Bridge Dental Clinic (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Leafield, Oxfordshire?
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 Leafield, Oxfordshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.