Orthodontic practices near Lyde Cross
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Lyde Cross, 9 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 2.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 2.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 2.5 miles south | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 2.5 miles south | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lyde Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 1.9 miles south; the next are Great Malvern (16.3 miles east) and Monmouth (19.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 1.9 miles south |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 16.3 miles east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 19.3 miles south |
| Worcester | 8 | 21.2 miles east |
| Gloucester | 6 | 24.9 miles south-east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 25.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lyde Cross
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), 16.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckingham House Dental SurgeryGreat Malvern | 5.0 (62 reviews) | 16.3 miles east |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 4.9 (374 reviews) | 16.9 miles east |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 2.3 miles south |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 2.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lyde Cross 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,597 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 146 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% 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 | 28th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.9% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Aylestone School — 1.9 miles Whitecross Hereford — 2.2 miles The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,219 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 | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 2 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 16 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 19 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 Lyde Cross
The nearest practice to Lyde Cross is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 1.9 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.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Phoenix Orthodontics (25.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (2.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Lyde Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 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 Lyde Cross are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 1.9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lyde Cross
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Orthodontist in Lyde Cross: Before booking anything in Lyde Cross, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Herefordshire.
Local treatment availability around Lyde Cross
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lyde Cross. The closest on record are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 2 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 16 miles away; and The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 19 miles away.
What official data says about Lyde Cross
Officially, Lyde Cross is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Lyde Cross. Census figures show 17.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Lyde Cross, 5.9% of the 1,597 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lyde Cross is better served than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Lyde Cross attend schools such as Aylestone School (1.9 miles) and Whitecross Hereford (2.2 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Lyde Cross's Local Authority. Lyde Cross's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
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Lyde Cross in numbers
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All Orthodontic Options in Lyde Cross Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Lyde Cross can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lyde Cross
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Lyde Cross
Starting orthodontic treatment in Lyde Cross can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Lyde Cross
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Lyde Cross 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 Lyde Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lyde Cross
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Lyde Cross, Herefordshire, these local links help you keep browsing. Other local pages worth browsing include Munstone, Holmer, Shelwick, College Hill, Moreton on Lugg, and Pipe and Lyde.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lyde Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lyde Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lyde Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lyde Cross is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 1.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (2.3 miles) and Brighton Villa Dental Care (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lyde Cross?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Lyde Cross, 9 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lyde Cross?
The nearest practice to Lyde Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 1.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (2.3 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lyde Cross, Herefordshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lyde Cross, Herefordshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.