Orthodontic practices near Longwick
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Longwick; 20 practices within 10 and 103 practices within 20. The closest is Thame Orthodontics, 5.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (56 reviews) |
| Smile Design Dental PracticeWendover | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Fairford Leys Smile CentreAylesbury | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (478 reviews) |
| EASTGATE ORTHODONTICS LTDAylesbury | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Temple Square DentalAylesbury | 5.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (296 reviews) |
| Smiles Better OrthodonticsAylesbury | 5.7 miles north | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| The Cambridge Street Dental PracticeAylesbury | 5.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (320 reviews) |
| Belur Orthodontics AylesburyAylesbury | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (439 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Longwick with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thame, 5.1 miles west; the next are Wendover (5.2 miles east) and Aylesbury (5.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thame | 1 | 5.1 miles west |
| Wendover | 1 | 5.2 miles east |
| Aylesbury | 9 | 5.4 miles north |
| High Wycombe | 8 | 8.5 miles south-east |
| Tring | 1 | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Amersham | 2 | 11.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Longwick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fairford Leys Smile Centre in Aylesbury (5.0 from 478 reviews), 5.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairford Leys Smile CentreAylesbury | 5.0 (478 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| Smile Design Dental PracticeWendover | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 5.2 miles east |
| Bow House Dental Invisalign, Veneers, Bonding, Braces & Implants in TringTring | 5.0 (138 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 5.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Longwick at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Buckinghamshire |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,143 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,147 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 | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 124 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Buckinghamshire | 272nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 335 places in the county (the county median is 2.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 7.7% across neighbourhoods in Buckinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Princes Risborough School — 1.9 miles The Mandeville School — 4.5 miles Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School — 5.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,083 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 270 schools, 98,299 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Thame Orthodontics, Thame — 5 miles Smile Design Dental Practice, Wendover — 5 miles Fairford Leys Smile Centre, Aylesbury — 5 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 103 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 Longwick
The nearest practice to Longwick is Thame Orthodontics, 5.1 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 103.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Design Dental Practice (5.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Longwick list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Longwick are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Thame Orthodontics, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Longwick to Thame Orthodontics is roughly 10 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 3.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Longwick
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Orthodontist in Longwick: This page was put together for people in Longwick who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Longwick with the wider Buckinghamshire area. Longwick — a small village with a population of around 1,143 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local context for Longwick
With a population of roughly 1,143, Longwick is a small village within Buckinghamshire. Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Wolverton Mill, the closest linked location.
What local practice data suggests in Longwick
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Longwick itself. The closest on record are Thame Orthodontics, about 5 miles away; Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, about 5 miles away; and Fairford Leys Smile Centre in Aylesbury, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Longwick
Longwick's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,147 residents in the neighbourhood around Longwick, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.7% average across Buckinghamshire. People in Longwick usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Longwick are Princes Risborough School (1.9 miles) and The Mandeville School (4.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Longwick's Local Authority area covers 270 schools and 98,299 pupils, according to DfE figures. Longwick falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Longwick is about 35 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.
Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Owlswick, Wolverton Mill, Alscot, Holly Green, Horsenden, and Meadle.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Longwick
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Longwick can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Longwick
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Longwick practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Longwick
Orthodontic treatment in Longwick is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Longwick
What's available in Longwick depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Longwick as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Longwick falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. 19.2% of Longwick's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,147 residents in the neighbourhood around Longwick, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.7% average across Buckinghamshire. People in Longwick usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Longwick are Princes Risborough School (1.9 miles) and The Mandeville School (4.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 270 schools and 98,299 pupils across Longwick's Local Authority. Longwick falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Longwick is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Longwick. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Longwick
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Longwick, Buckinghamshire within a broader nearby area. Other local pages worth browsing include Owlswick, Wolverton Mill, Alscot, Holly Green, Horsenden, and Meadle.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Longwick
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longwick often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longwick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longwick is Thame Orthodontics, about 5.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Smile Design Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Longwick?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Longwick, 20 practices within 10 miles and 103 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Thame, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longwick?
The nearest practice to Longwick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Thame Orthodontics, about 5.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Smile Design Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longwick, Buckinghamshire?
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 Longwick, Buckinghamshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.