Orthodontic practices near Merefield
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Merefield, 9 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is Invisalign Northampton Diamond Provider, 2.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invisalign Northampton Diamond ProviderNorthampton | 2.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.9 (39 reviews) |
| The Private Dental CentreNorthampton | 2.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (470 reviews) |
| Cliftonville DentalNorthampton | 2.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (98 reviews) |
| DSE Dental PracticeNorthampton | 2.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (66 reviews) |
| Wellingborough Road Dental SurgeryNorthampton | 2.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (89 reviews) |
| Moopen Dental Care NorthamptonNorthampton | 3.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (1,064 reviews) |
| David Neal Dental - HastingsNorthampton | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (306 reviews) |
| Harborough Road Dental PracticeNorthampton | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 2.6 (68 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Merefield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Northampton, 2.0 miles north-east; the next are Wellingborough (10.2 miles north-east) and Newport Pagnell (11.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton | 9 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Wellingborough | 5 | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Newport Pagnell | 2 | 11.6 miles south-east |
| Milton Keynes | 11 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Rushden | 2 | 14.0 miles north-east |
| Finedon | 1 | 14.2 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 Merefield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is SmileLux Specialist Orthodontic Centre in Milton Keynes (5.0 from 271 reviews), 14.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SmileLux Specialist Orthodontic CentreMilton Keynes | 5.0 (271 reviews) | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Wellingborough Dental & Implant ClinicWellingborough | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Aspects Dental & ReferralMilton Keynes | 4.9 (643 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
| The Private Dental CentreNorthampton | 4.9 (470 reviews) | 2.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Merefield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Northamptonshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,417 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,537 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within West Northamptonshire | 22nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 203 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Northamptonshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Abbeyfield School — 0.5 miles Wootton Park School — 0.6 miles Caroline Chisholm School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 8,525 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 205 schools, 70,375 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.5% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Invisalign Northampton Diamond Provider, Northampton — 2 miles Wellingborough Dental & Implant Clinic, Wellingborough — 10 miles Teethinline Orthodontics, Newport Pagnell — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 71 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Rowtree Dental Surgery — under a mile |
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 Merefield
The nearest practice to Merefield is Invisalign Northampton Diamond Provider, 2 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 71.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Wellingborough Dental & Implant Clinic (10.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Private Dental Centre (2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Merefield list clear aligners, the nearest 2 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 Merefield are commissioned by NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Moopen Dental Care Northampton, 3.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Merefield
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About Merefield
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Useful local orthodontic context for Merefield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Merefield. The closest on record are Invisalign Northampton Diamond Provider, about 2 miles away; Wellingborough Dental & Implant Clinic, about 10 miles away; and Teethinline Orthodontics in Newport Pagnell, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Merefield
Merefield — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Merefield's under-16 share sits at 17%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Merefield, 7.6% of the 1,417 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Northamptonshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Merefield has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.5% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Merefield are served by secondary schools including Abbeyfield School (0.5 miles) and Wootton Park School (0.6 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Merefield's Local Authority has 205 schools educating 70,375 pupils (DfE data). Merefield's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Merefield
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Merefield
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Merefield
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Frequently Asked Questions in Merefield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Merefield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Merefield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Merefield is Invisalign Northampton Diamond Provider, about 2.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Private Dental Centre (2.0 miles) and Cliftonville Dental (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Merefield?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Merefield, 9 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Merefield?
The nearest practice to Merefield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Moopen Dental Care Northampton, about 3.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include PURELY ORTHODONTICS (3.8 miles) and Wellingborough Dental & Implant Clinic (10.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Merefield, West Northamptonshire?
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 Merefield, West Northamptonshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.