Orthodontic practices near Lower Upham
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Lower Upham, 35 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is OMU in Owslebury, 2.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMUOwslebury | 2.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
| White WinchesterOwslebury | 2.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (47 reviews) |
| South Cliff Dental Group, Central SouthamptonEastleigh | 4.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (640 reviews) |
| Oakmount Dental CareEastleigh | 5.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (126 reviews) |
| Fryern Dental PracticeEastleigh | 5.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (116 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 5.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| The Smiles StudioEastleigh | 6.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (477 reviews) |
| SmilemakersBursledon | 6.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lower Upham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Owslebury, 2.6 miles north; the next are Eastleigh (4.6 miles west) and Southampton (5.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Owslebury | 2 | 2.6 miles north |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 4.6 miles west |
| Southampton | 9 | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Bursledon | 1 | 6.1 miles south-west |
| Winchester | 8 | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 7.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lower Upham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 7.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lower Upham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Winchester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,630 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 44 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Hampshire | 281st closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wyvern College — 2.1 miles Swanmore College — 3.4 miles Deer Park School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,313 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | OMU, Owslebury — 3 miles South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton, Eastleigh — 5 miles Octagon Dental Centre, Southampton — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 68 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 Upham
The nearest practice to Lower Upham is OMU in Owslebury, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Smiles Studio (6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (8.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Lower Upham list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 Upham are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smiles Studio in Eastleigh, 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lower Upham
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Orthodontist in Lower Upham: People weighing up braces or aligners in Lower Upham can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Lower Upham or another part of Hampshire.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can also compare treatment pages for Durley Street, Upham, Brown Heath, Durley, Baybridge, and Bishops Waltham if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local snapshot of Lower Upham
Durley Street is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Lower Upham.
Useful local orthodontic context for Lower Upham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lower Upham itself. The closest on record are OMU in Owslebury, about 3 miles away; South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton in Eastleigh, about 5 miles away; and Octagon Dental Centre in Southampton, about 6 miles away.
Lower Upham in context
Lower Upham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,630 residents in Lower Upham's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Lower Upham has more choice than 52% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lower Upham are Wyvern College (2.1 miles) and Swanmore College (3.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Lower Upham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Lower Upham
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Lower Upham helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lower Upham
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Lower Upham. Officially, Lower Upham is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Lower Upham sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,630 residents in the neighbourhood around Lower Upham, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lower Upham is better served than 52% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lower Upham are Wyvern College (2.1 miles) and Swanmore College (3.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Lower Upham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Lower Upham Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Lower Upham 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Lower Upham
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Lower Upham — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lower Upham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lower Upham
These local links are here for anyone comparing Lower Upham, Hampshire against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Durley Street, Upham, Brown Heath, Durley, Baybridge, and Bishops Waltham.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lower Upham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lower Upham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lower Upham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lower Upham is OMU in Owslebury, about 2.6 miles to the north. The next closest are White Winchester (2.6 miles) and South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lower Upham?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Lower Upham, 35 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lower Upham?
The nearest practice to Lower Upham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smiles Studio in Eastleigh, about 6.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include Winchester Orthodontic Practice (6.4 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (6.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lower Upham, Hampshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lower Upham, Hampshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.