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Orthodontic practices near Nursling

On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Nursling, 24 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, 1.7 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton1.7 miles south-east✓✓✓4.9 (205 reviews)
Bridgeways DentalTotton1.9 miles south-west–––4.9 (202 reviews)
Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood2.3 miles east✓––4.3 (81 reviews)
Hendrickse Dental HealthNorth Baddesley3.0 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (22 reviews)
PortmanDentex Solent OrthodonticsNorth Baddesley3.0 miles north-east✓✓✓4.9 (118 reviews)
Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood3.2 miles south-east✓––5.0 (92 reviews)
Bedford Place DentistSouthampton3.3 miles south-east–✓✓4.9 (88 reviews)
Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton3.3 miles east✓✓✓4.8 (356 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Nursling with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 1.7 miles south-east; the next are Totton (1.9 miles south-west) and Portswood (2.3 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Southampton101.7 miles south-east
Totton11.9 miles south-west
Portswood32.3 miles east
North Baddesley23.0 miles north-east
Romsey13.6 miles north
Eastleigh44.4 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 Nursling

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), 10.8 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
GG OrthodonticsWinchester5.0 (338 reviews)10.8 miles north-east
Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester5.0 (101 reviews)10.0 miles north-east
Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood5.0 (92 reviews)3.2 miles south-east
Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton5.0 (82 reviews)3.7 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Nursling at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaTest Valley
NHS dental servicesNHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.9% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,539 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally10% aged 16 to 24 and 36.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre459 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England
Access within Hampshire159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire
Nearest secondary schoolsOasis Academy Lord's Hill — 0.5 miles
Redbridge Community School — 1.2 miles
Testwood School — 1.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles8 schools, about 8,353 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesOakley Road Dental Practice, Southampton — 2 miles
Bridgeways Dental, Totton — 2 miles
Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd, Portswood — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles24 within 10 miles, 73 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 Nursling

Nursling is 1.7 miles from Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 73.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Nursling list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Nursling are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, 1.7 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Nursling

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Compare orthodontic care in Nursling

Orthodontist in Nursling: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Nursling? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is relevant to searches focused on both Nursling and the wider Hampshire area.

About Nursling

Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Hillyfields, the closest linked location.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

Pages for Hillyfields, Lord's Hill, Redbridge, Toothill, Coxford, and Maybush follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

Local treatment availability around Nursling

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Nursling itself. The nearest recorded are Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 2 miles away; Bridgeways Dental in Totton, about 2 miles away; and Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd in Portswood, about 2 miles away.

The local picture in Nursling

Nursling — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 2,539 residents in Nursling's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (17), Nursling has more choice than 88% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Nursling are Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.5 miles) and Redbridge Community School (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Nursling's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Nursling

Starting orthodontic treatment in Nursling 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Nursling

Not every practice near Nursling offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Nursling is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Nursling. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Nursling, 6.9% of the 2,539 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Nursling has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Nursling are Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.5 miles) and Redbridge Community School (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Nursling sits among the less deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

All Orthodontic Options in Nursling Explained

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Nursling can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Nursling

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Nursling. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Nursling

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Nursling often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Nursling?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Nursling is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Bridgeways Dental (1.9 miles) and Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (2.3 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Nursling?

Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Nursling, 24 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Nursling?

The nearest practice to Nursling that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (2.3 miles) and PortmanDentex Solent Orthodontics (3.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Nursling, Hampshire?

Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Nursling, Hampshire?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitleNursling, Hampshire Orthodontist | Get a Quote Online
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Published1 June 2022
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