Orthodontic practices near Oxford
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Oxford, 27 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot, 0.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxford Smile Clinics - DidcotOxford | 0.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (37 reviews) |
| Accessible OrthodonticsOxford | 0.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (449 reviews) |
| 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - OxfordOxford | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| St John's Dental PracticeOxford | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (196 reviews) |
| Oxford Orthodontics PracticeOxford | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (155 reviews) |
| One The GalleryOxford | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| Lars Christensen OrthodonticsOxford | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Oxford DentalMedOxford | 1.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (32 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Oxford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oxford, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Marston (2.2 miles east) and Radley (4.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 11 | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Marston | 1 | 2.2 miles east |
| Radley | 2 | 4.5 miles south |
| Abingdon | 5 | 4.5 miles south |
| Kidlington | 3 | 4.8 miles north |
| Didcot | 3 | 9.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Oxford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon (5.0 from 253 reviews), 5.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 5.7 miles south |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 9.9 miles south |
| Market Square DentalBicester | 4.9 (710 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Accessible OrthodonticsOxford | 4.9 (449 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Oxford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oxford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 162,100 |
| Residents under 16 | 4.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,099 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 1.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 62.8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 72.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,805 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 1.7% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cheney School — 1.6 miles Greyfriars Catholic School — 1.7 miles The Swan School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 9,123 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 11 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 43 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 Oxford
The nearest practice to Oxford is The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Oxford list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Oxford are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Oxford
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Orthodontist in Oxford: This page was put together for people in Oxford who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Oxfordshire. Oxford — a city with a population of around 162,100 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Oxford
ONS classifies Oxford as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Oxford. With just 4.8% of residents under 16, Oxford skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Oxford, 1.7% of the 4,099 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Oxford has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. Families in Oxford are served by secondary schools including Cheney School (1.6 miles) and Greyfriars Catholic School (1.7 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Oxford falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
Local provider signals in Oxford
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 11 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Oxford or nearby searches; 8 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 4 mention fixed braces; 11 include NHS signals and 12 include private treatment signals; 8 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 2, wheelchair access from 2, and evening or weekend availability from 3. Nearby practice records include 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - Oxford, Accessible Orthodontics, Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, Lars Christensen Orthodontics, and One The Gallery.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Grandpont, New Osney, Norham Manor, Osney, Walton Manor, and Headington Hill are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local snapshot of Oxford
Oxford has a population of around 162,100, making it a city within Oxfordshire. The nearest other location we cover is New Osney, under 1 km to the west.
All Orthodontic Options in Oxford Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Oxford has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from New Osney, Osney and Grandpont regularly visit orthodontists in Oxford.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Oxford
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Oxford — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Oxford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Oxford 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. People from New Osney, Osney and Grandpont regularly visit orthodontists in Oxford.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Oxford
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Oxford — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Oxford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Oxford
These local links are here for anyone comparing Oxford, Oxfordshire against nearby alternatives. Other local pages worth browsing include Grandpont, New Osney, Norham Manor, Osney, Walton Manor, and Headington Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Oxford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Oxford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Oxford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Oxford is The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Accessible Orthodontics (0.3 miles) and 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - Oxford (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Oxford?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Oxford, 27 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Oxford?
The nearest practice to Oxford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Oxford Smile Clinics - Didcot, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - Oxford (0.4 miles) and St John's Dental Practice (0.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Oxford, Oxfordshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Oxford, Oxfordshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.