Orthodontic practices near Old Forge
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Old Forge, 1 practice within 10 and 29 practices within 20. The closest is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 4.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 13.8 miles north | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 13.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 13.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 13.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 13.9 miles north | – | – | – | 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 Old Forge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Monmouth, 4.4 miles south-west; the next are Hereford (13.5 miles north) and Chepstow (15.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth | 1 | 4.4 miles south-west |
| Hereford | 9 | 13.5 miles north |
| Chepstow | 1 | 15.1 miles south |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 15.5 miles east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 16.7 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 17.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Old Forge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 17.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 17.2 miles south-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 15.1 miles south |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 19.7 miles south-west |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 17.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Old Forge 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 | 1,587 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 21.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 81 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Herefordshire | 92nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Five Acres High School — 3.8 miles John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy — 5.2 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 Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 4 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 14 miles Smile Solution Chepstow, Chepstow — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 29 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 4 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 Forge
Old Forge is 4.4 miles from The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 29.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Phoenix Orthodontics (17 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (13.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Old Forge list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 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 Old Forge are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 13.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Old Forge
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Orthodontist in Old Forge: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Old Forge, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Herefordshire.
Area profile for Old Forge
Old Forge — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Old Forge's under-16 share, 13.7%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Old Forge, 6.8% of the 1,587 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Old Forge are served by secondary schools including Five Acres High School (3.8 miles) and John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy (5.2 miles). Old Forge's Local Authority has 110 schools educating 24,851 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Old Forge is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Old Forge is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Old Forge
The nearest other location we cover is Marstow, around 1 km to the north-west.
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Practice data for Old Forge
There is no orthodontist on our records in Old Forge itself. The nearest recorded are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 4 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 14 miles away; and Smile Solution Chepstow, about 15 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Old Forge
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Old Forge helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Old Forge
No orthodontic practice covers Old Forge directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 4 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Old Forge is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Old Forge falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Old Forge has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,587 residents in the neighbourhood around Old Forge, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Old Forge are served by secondary schools including Five Acres High School (3.8 miles) and John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy (5.2 miles). Old Forge's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Old Forge is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Old Forge is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Old Forge
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Old Forge has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Old Forge offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Old Forge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Old Forge
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Old Forge, Herefordshire within a broader nearby area. You can keep exploring with related pages for Marstow, Goodrich, Redinhorne, Symonds Yat, Pencraig, and Crocker's Ash.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Old Forge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Old Forge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Forge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Forge is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 4.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (13.5 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (13.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Old Forge?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Old Forge, 1 practice within 10 miles and 29 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Forge?
The nearest practice to Old Forge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (14.0 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (14.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Old Forge, Herefordshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Old Forge, Herefordshire?
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.