Orthodontic practices near Monkhide
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Monkhide; 9 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is The Dentist @ Tupsley in Hereford, 5.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 5.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 5.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 6.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 6.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 6.4 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 6.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 6.6 miles west | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 6.7 miles west | – | – | – | 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 Monkhide with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 5.8 miles south-west; the next are Great Malvern (10.4 miles east) and Worcester (15.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 10.4 miles east |
| Worcester | 8 | 15.7 miles north-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 20.1 miles south |
| Gloucester | 6 | 20.6 miles south-east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 21.2 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 Monkhide
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Redcliffe Orthodontics in Worcester (5.0 from 172 reviews), 16.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe OrthodonticsWorcester | 5.0 (172 reviews) | 16.7 miles east |
| the247dentist - PlymouthWorcester | 5.0 (81 reviews) | 16.2 miles east |
| Buckingham House Dental SurgeryGreat Malvern | 5.0 (62 reviews) | 10.4 miles east |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 4.9 (374 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Monkhide 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 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,848 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 | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 34 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 141st closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Mary's RC High School — 4.2 miles The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School — 5.3 miles Aylestone School — 5.6 miles |
| 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 | The Dentist @ Tupsley, Hereford — 6 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 10 miles St Johns Dental, Worcester — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 21 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 Monkhide
From Monkhide the nearest practice is The Dentist @ Tupsley in Hereford, 5.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Phoenix Orthodontics (20.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (5.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Monkhide list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 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 Monkhide are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Monkhide to The Dentist @ Tupsley is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Monkhide
Herefordshire12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Monkhide
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Monkhide, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Monkhide and the wider Herefordshire area.
Monkhide at a glance
Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Yarkhill, the closest linked location.
More local pages to browse
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Yarkhill, Lower Egleton, Shucknall, Stoke Edith, Tarrington, and Burley Gate.
Local treatment availability around Monkhide
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Monkhide. The closest on record are The Dentist @ Tupsley in Hereford, about 6 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 10 miles away; and St Johns Dental in Worcester, about 16 miles away.
Area profile for Monkhide
Monkhide is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Monkhide's under-16 share, 13.7%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Monkhide, 6.7% of the 1,848 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Monkhide; the nearest is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Monkhide are St Mary's RC High School (4.2 miles) and The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (5.3 miles). There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Monkhide's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Monkhide's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Monkhide is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 39 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Monkhide
Orthodontic treatment in Monkhide is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Monkhide
Provision in Monkhide varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. ONS classifies Monkhide as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Monkhide skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Monkhide, 6.7% of the 1,848 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Monkhide; the nearest is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Monkhide are served by secondary schools including St Mary's RC High School (4.2 miles) and The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (5.3 miles). Monkhide's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Monkhide is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Monkhide is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 39 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Monkhide
The orthodontic landscape in Monkhide offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Monkhide
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 Monkhide practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Monkhide. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Monkhide
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Monkhide, Herefordshire, these local links help you keep browsing. Other local pages worth browsing include Yarkhill, Lower Egleton, Shucknall, Stoke Edith, Tarrington, and Burley Gate.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Monkhide
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Monkhide often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monkhide?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monkhide is The Dentist @ Tupsley in Hereford, about 5.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (5.8 miles) and Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monkhide?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Monkhide, 9 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Monkhide?
The nearest practice to Monkhide that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 5.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (6.5 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (6.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Monkhide, Herefordshire?
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 Monkhide, Herefordshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.