Orthodontic practices near Long Wittenham
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Long Wittenham, 23 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, 2.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladygrove Dental PracticeDidcot | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (151 reviews) |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Busby House Dental CentreDidcot | 2.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (929 reviews) |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 3.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
| Bath Street Dental PracticeAbingdon | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| Ock Street ClinicAbingdon | 3.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (146 reviews) |
| Peachcroft Dental SurgeryRadley | 3.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (220 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Long Wittenham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Didcot, 2.1 miles south-west; the next are Abingdon (3.6 miles north-west) and Radley (3.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Didcot | 3 | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Abingdon | 5 | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Radley | 2 | 3.9 miles north-west |
| Harwell | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Oxford | 11 | 6.3 miles north |
| Marston | 1 | 8.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Long Wittenham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon (5.0 from 253 reviews), 3.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-east |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 5.0 (40 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Long Wittenham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 876 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,317 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24% 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 | 57 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Europa School UK — 2.3 miles Didcot Girls' School — 2.9 miles St Birinus School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,779 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ladygrove Dental Practice, Didcot — 2 miles TAHA Dental Excellence, Abingdon — 4 miles Peachcroft Dental Surgery, Radley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 76 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 Long Wittenham
The nearest practice to Long Wittenham is Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 22 of the practices around Long Wittenham list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Long Wittenham are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, 2.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Long Wittenham
Oxfordshire12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Long Wittenham
Orthodontist in Long Wittenham: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Long Wittenham? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Oxfordshire. Long Wittenham — a small village with a population of around 876 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local context for Long Wittenham
Around 876 people live in Long Wittenham, which is a small village within Oxfordshire. Just around 1 km south-west, Wittenham is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local treatment availability around Long Wittenham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Long Wittenham itself. The nearest recorded are Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, about 2 miles away; TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon, about 4 miles away; and Peachcroft Dental Surgery in Radley, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Long Wittenham
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Long Wittenham sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 1,317 residents in Long Wittenham's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Long Wittenham has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Long Wittenham are Europa School UK (2.3 miles) and Didcot Girls' School (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Long Wittenham sits close to the England average for deprivation.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Long Wittenham
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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All Orthodontic Options in Long Wittenham Explained
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Treatment Options in Long Wittenham — Local Context
Provision in Long Wittenham varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Long Wittenham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,317 residents in the neighbourhood around Long Wittenham, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Long Wittenham is better served than 75% of towns in England. Families in Long Wittenham are served by secondary schools including Europa School UK (2.3 miles) and Didcot Girls' School (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Long Wittenham sits close to the England average for deprivation. There is no orthodontist on our records in Long Wittenham itself. The nearest we do hold are Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, about 2 miles away; TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon, about 4 miles away; and Peachcroft Dental Surgery in Radley, about 4 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Long Wittenham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Long Wittenham
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Frequently Asked Questions in Long Wittenham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Long Wittenham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Long Wittenham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Long Wittenham is Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, about 2.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (2.5 miles) and Busby House Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Long Wittenham?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Long Wittenham, 23 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Long Wittenham?
The nearest practice to Long Wittenham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ladygrove Dental Practice in Didcot, about 2.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (2.5 miles) and Busby House Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Long Wittenham, Oxfordshire?
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 Long Wittenham, Oxfordshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.