Orthodontic practices near Over
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Over; 11 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is ZYMA Orthodontics in Papworth Everard, 7.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZYMA OrthodonticsPapworth Everard | 7.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Cambridge dental groupCambridge | 8.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
| St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic ClinicCambridge | 8.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (112 reviews) |
| Cambridge Dental HubCambridge | 9.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,436 reviews) |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 9.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (72 reviews) |
| Cambridge DentalCambridge | 9.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (219 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsCambridge | 9.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (96 reviews) |
| drfrancisbracesCambridge | 9.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Over with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Papworth Everard, 7.7 miles south-west; the next are Cambridge (8.6 miles south-east) and Huntingdon (9.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Cambridge | 16 | 8.6 miles south-east |
| Huntingdon | 1 | 9.4 miles west |
| Ely | 2 | 11.8 miles north-east |
| Saint Neots | 2 | 13.6 miles south-west |
| Newmarket | 1 | 17.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Over
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 10.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 10.9 miles south |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 9.1 miles south-east |
| Whittlesey Dental CareWhittlesey | 4.9 (279 reviews) | 17.5 miles north |
| Cambridge Orthodontic Practice - Private & NHS OrthodonticsCambridge | 4.9 (128 reviews) | 10.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Over at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Cambridgeshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 |
| Population | 2,862 |
| Residents under 16 | 20.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,606 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 116 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 287th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.7% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Swavesey Village College — 2.0 miles Northstowe Learning Community — 3.4 miles St Ivo Academy — 4.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,254 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ZYMA Orthodontics, Papworth Everard — 8 miles Cambridge dental group, Cambridge — 9 miles Anglia Orthodontics, Huntingdon — 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 | 11 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | {my}dentist — 7 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 Over
From Over the nearest practice is ZYMA Orthodontics in Papworth Everard, 7.7 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 11 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (9.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (9.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Over list clear aligners, the nearest 8.6 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 Over are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Anglia Orthodontics in Cambridge, 9.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Over to ZYMA Orthodontics 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 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Over
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Orthodontist in Over: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Over? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is relevant to searches focused on both Over and the wider Cambridgeshire area. Over — a small village with a population of around 2,862 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice signals around Over
There is no orthodontist on our records in Over itself. The nearest recorded are ZYMA Orthodontics in Papworth Everard, about 8 miles away; Cambridge dental group, about 9 miles away; and Anglia Orthodontics in Huntingdon, about 9 miles away.
Area profile for Over
Officially, Over is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Over falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 20.5% of Over's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.7% of the 1,606 residents in Over's census neighbourhood, above the 7% average across Cambridgeshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Over; the nearest is about 8 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Over are Swavesey Village College (2.0 miles) and Northstowe Learning Community (3.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Over falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Swavesey, Bluntisham, Earith, Willingham, Longstanton, and Northstowe can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Where Over sits locally
Over has a population of around 2,862, making it a small village within Cambridgeshire. Swavesey is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km south-west of Over.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Over
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Over helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Over
- 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Over
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Over — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Over
The orthodontic landscape in Over offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Over
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 Over. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Over
These local links are here for anyone comparing Over, Cambridgeshire against nearby alternatives. Related nearby location pages such as Swavesey, Bluntisham, Earith, Willingham, Longstanton, and Northstowe can help you compare a wider local area.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Over
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Over often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Over?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Over is ZYMA Orthodontics in Papworth Everard, about 7.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Cambridge dental group (8.6 miles) and St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic (8.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Over?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Over, 11 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Papworth Everard, 7.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Over?
The nearest practice to Over that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Anglia Orthodontics in Cambridge, about 9.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include drfrancisbraces (9.4 miles) and Anglia Orthodontics (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Over, Cambridgeshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Over, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.