Orthodontic practices near Lower Hergest
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Lower Hergest; 9 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 17.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 17.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 17.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 17.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 17.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 17.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 17.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 17.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 17.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lower Hergest
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 17.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 17.3 miles south-east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 18.0 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 17.6 miles south-east |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (314 reviews) | 17.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lower Hergest 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 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,769 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 22.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 50 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 478th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Hawkins' School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 281 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.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 17 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 30 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 32 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 11 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 Hergest
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Lower Hergest; the nearest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 17.3 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Willows Dentistry (17.3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Lower Hergest list clear aligners, the nearest 17.3 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Lower Hergest are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, 17.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Lower Hergest to St.Owen Dental Studio is roughly 40 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 450 to 900 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £405 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 450 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lower Hergest
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Orthodontist in Lower Hergest: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Lower Hergest understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Herefordshire, not just Lower Hergest.
What local practice data suggests in Lower Hergest
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Lower Hergest itself. The nearest we do hold are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 17 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 30 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 32 miles away.
Continue your local research
For a broader view, related location pages cover Bredward, Mahollam, Chickward, Hergest, Bradnor Green, and Brilley Mountain as well as this one.
A quick look at Lower Hergest
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Bredward, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Lower Hergest
By ONS classification, Lower Hergest falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Lower Hergest falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Lower Hergest's under-16 share, 12.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4% of the 1,769 residents in Lower Hergest's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Lower Hergest; the nearest is about 17 miles away. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Lower Hergest are Lady Hawkins' School (1.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Lower Hergest's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Lower Hergest's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Orthodontic Treatments in Lower Hergest
Patients in Lower Hergest have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. 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 Hergest
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 Hergest practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Lower Hergest
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Lower Hergest 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Lower Hergest follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lower Hergest. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lower Hergest
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Lower Hergest, Herefordshire within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Bredward, Mahollam, Chickward, Hergest, Bradnor Green, and Brilley Mountain.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Lower Hergest
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lower Hergest often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lower Hergest?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lower Hergest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 17.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (17.3 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (17.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lower Hergest?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Lower Hergest, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 17.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lower Hergest?
The nearest practice to Lower Hergest that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, about 17.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (17.4 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (17.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lower Hergest, Herefordshire?
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 Lower Hergest, Herefordshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.