Orthodontic practices near Lower Bullingham
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Lower Bullingham, 9 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 1.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 1.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 1.8 miles north | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 1.8 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 1.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 1.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 1.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 1.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 2.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lower Bullingham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 1.6 miles north-west; the next are Monmouth (15.2 miles south) and Great Malvern (16.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Monmouth | 1 | 15.2 miles south |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 16.9 miles east |
| Gloucester | 7 | 22.3 miles south-east |
| Worcester | 8 | 22.5 miles north-east |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 22.7 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 Lower Bullingham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern (5.0 from 62 reviews), 16.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckingham House Dental SurgeryGreat Malvern | 5.0 (62 reviews) | 16.9 miles east |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 4.9 (374 reviews) | 17.6 miles east |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 2.0 miles north |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lower Bullingham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,050 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Herefordshire | 24th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 40 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hereford Church of England Academy — 1.3 miles The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School — 2.0 miles Aylestone School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 2,924 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 2 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 15 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 17 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 14 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 Lower Bullingham
The nearest practice to Lower Bullingham is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 14.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Phoenix Orthodontics (22.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (1.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Lower Bullingham list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lower Bullingham are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 40 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lower Bullingham
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Orthodontist in Lower Bullingham: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Lower Bullingham? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Herefordshire.
Facts about Lower Bullingham
Just under 1 km west, Green Crize is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local orthodontic signals in Lower Bullingham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lower Bullingham itself. The nearest recorded are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 2 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 15 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 17 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Dinedor Camp, Green Crize, Putson, Bartonsham, Bullingham, and Eign Hill.
Area profile for Lower Bullingham
Lower Bullingham is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.3% of Lower Bullingham's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,050 residents in the neighbourhood around Lower Bullingham, 5.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Lower Bullingham has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Lower Bullingham attend schools such as The Hereford Church of England Academy (1.3 miles) and The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (2.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Lower Bullingham's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. Lower Bullingham sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Lower Bullingham is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 40 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Lower Bullingham
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Lower Bullingham helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lower Bullingham
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Lower Bullingham. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Lower Bullingham sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 2,050 residents in Lower Bullingham's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lower Bullingham is better served than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Lower Bullingham attend schools such as The Hereford Church of England Academy (1.3 miles) and The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (2.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Lower Bullingham's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Lower Bullingham is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Lower Bullingham is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 40 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lower Bullingham
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Lower Bullingham can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Lower Bullingham
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 Lower Bullingham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lower Bullingham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lower Bullingham
These links help widen your research beyond Lower Bullingham, Herefordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. If you're still deciding, related pages for Dinedor Camp, Green Crize, Putson, Bartonsham, Bullingham, and Eign Hill may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lower Bullingham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lower Bullingham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lower Bullingham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lower Bullingham is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 1.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (1.8 miles) and Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative Dentist (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lower Bullingham?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Lower Bullingham, 9 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lower Bullingham?
The nearest practice to Lower Bullingham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 1.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (2.0 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lower Bullingham, Herefordshire?
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 Lower Bullingham, Herefordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.