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.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (205 reviews) |
| Bridgeways DentalTotton | 1.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Hendrickse Dental HealthNorth Baddesley | 3.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| PortmanDentex Solent OrthodonticsNorth Baddesley | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (118 reviews) |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (92 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 3.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton | 3.3 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).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Totton | 1 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 2.3 miles east |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 3.0 miles north-east |
| Romsey | 1 | 3.6 miles north |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 4.4 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.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 10.8 miles north-east |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (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
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Test Valley |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,539 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 36.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 459 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within Hampshire | 159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Lord's Hill — 0.5 miles Redbridge Community School — 1.2 miles Testwood School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 8,353 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oakley Road Dental Practice, Southampton — 2 miles Bridgeways Dental, Totton — 2 miles Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd, Portswood — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 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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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.
Areas We Cover Around Nursling
These local links are here for anyone comparing Nursling, Hampshire against nearby alternatives. This page links onward to Hillyfields, Lord's Hill, Redbridge, Toothill, Coxford, and Maybush for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
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.