Orthodontic practices near Old Alresford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Old Alresford; 12 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, 7.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Dental & Implant ClinicWinchester | 7.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (138 reviews) |
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 7.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (338 reviews) |
| St Paul’s SurgeryWinchester | 7.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (213 reviews) |
| St Cuthbert's Dental SurgeryWinchester | 7.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (211 reviews) |
| The Arbour Dental PracticeWinchester | 7.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (14 reviews) |
| St James & Chesil Dental PracticeWinchester | 7.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (106 reviews) |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 7.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (101 reviews) |
| OMUOwslebury | 7.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Old Alresford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Winchester, 7.0 miles south-west; the next are Owslebury (7.9 miles south-west) and Alton (8.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester | 9 | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Owslebury | 2 | 7.9 miles south-west |
| Alton | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Basingstoke | 6 | 9.6 miles north |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 12.1 miles south-west |
| Monk Sherborne | 1 | 12.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Old Alresford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 15.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-west |
| Guinea Court Dental SurgeryOld Basing | 5.0 (410 reviews) | 14.2 miles north |
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 7.3 miles west |
| Star OrthodonticsAlton | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Old Alresford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Winchester |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,556 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 53 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Hampshire | 680th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Perins School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,140 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic, Winchester — 7 miles OMU, Owslebury — 8 miles Star Orthodontics, Alton — 9 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 | 12 within 10 miles, 71 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 Old Alresford
The nearest practice to Old Alresford is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, 7 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 71.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: GG Orthodontics (7.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Contour Orthodontists (11.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Old Alresford list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Old Alresford are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GG Orthodontics in Winchester, 7.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Old Alresford to City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Old Alresford
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Old Alresford, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Old Alresford with the wider Hampshire area.
Local provider signals in Old Alresford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Old Alresford itself. The nearest recorded are City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, about 7 miles away; OMU in Owslebury, about 8 miles away; and Star Orthodontics in Alton, about 9 miles away.
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What official data says about Old Alresford
Officially, Old Alresford is categorised as smaller rural: 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 Old Alresford. 16.8% of Old Alresford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,556 residents in the neighbourhood around Old Alresford, 8.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Old Alresford has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Old Alresford attend schools such as Perins School (0.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Old Alresford among England's less deprived areas.
A quick look at Old Alresford
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Old Alresford
The orthodontic landscape in Old Alresford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Old Alresford — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Old Alresford — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Old Alresford — smaller rural: 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. Old Alresford's under-16 share sits at 16.8%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 1,556 residents in Old Alresford's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Old Alresford has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Old Alresford are Perins School (0.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Old Alresford sits among the less deprived areas of England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Old Alresford itself. The nearest recorded are City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, about 7 miles away; OMU in Owslebury, about 8 miles away; and Star Orthodontics in Alton, about 9 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Old Alresford
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Old Alresford helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Old Alresford
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Old Alresford runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Old Alresford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Old Alresford
These local links are here for anyone comparing Old Alresford, Hampshire against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as New Alresford, Bishops Sutton, Bighton, Gundleton, Abbotstone, and Northington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Old Alresford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Old Alresford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Alresford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Alresford is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, about 7.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are GG Orthodontics (7.3 miles) and St Paul’s Surgery (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Old Alresford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Old Alresford, 12 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Winchester, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Alresford?
The nearest practice to Old Alresford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GG Orthodontics in Winchester, about 7.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include St James & Chesil Dental Practice (7.5 miles) and Winchester Orthodontic Practice (7.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Old Alresford, 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 Old Alresford, Hampshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.