Orthodontic practices near Pakefield
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Pakefield, 4 practices within 10 and 7 practices within 20. The closest is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, 2.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINICLowestoft | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Regent Road Orthodontic PracticeLowestoft | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (104 reviews) |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 2.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (41 reviews) |
| The Hopton Dental PracticeHopton | 6.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (53 reviews) |
| The Park SurgeryGreat Yarmouth | 10.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (72 reviews) |
| I Want To Be A DentistGreat Yarmouth | 10.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 20.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 21.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (763 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pakefield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lowestoft, 2.2 miles north-east; the next are Hopton (6.2 miles north) and Great Yarmouth (10.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft | 3 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Hopton | 1 | 6.2 miles north |
| Great Yarmouth | 2 | 10.8 miles north |
| Postwick | 1 | 20.0 miles north-west |
| Norwich | 12 | 21.5 miles north-west |
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 24.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pakefield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth in Lowestoft (5.0 from 41 reviews), 2.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 5.0 (41 reviews) | 2.9 miles north |
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 4.9 (274 reviews) | 20.0 miles north-west |
| Regent Road Orthodontic PracticeLowestoft | 4.9 (104 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| I Want To Be A DentistGreat Yarmouth | 4.9 (11 reviews) | 10.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pakefield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Suffolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,550 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.5% aged 16 to 24 and 19.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,276 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Suffolk | 55th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pakefield High School — 0.1 miles East Point Academy — 1.2 miles Ormiston Denes Academy — 2.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,236 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, Lowestoft — 2 miles The Hopton Dental Practice, Hopton — 6 miles The Park Surgery, Great Yarmouth — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 7 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | NR33 |
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 Pakefield
Pakefield is 2.2 miles from REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 7.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Hopton Dental Practice (6.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Pakefield list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pakefield are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, 2.2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pakefield
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Orthodontist in Pakefield: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Pakefield? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Suffolk.
What official data says about Pakefield
Pakefield — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 12.3% of residents under 16, Pakefield skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 1,550 residents in Pakefield's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Suffolk. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pakefield is better served than 52% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Pakefield attend schools such as Pakefield High School (0.1 miles) and East Point Academy (1.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Pakefield sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Nearby location pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Kirkley, Normanston, Gisleham, Kessingland, Lowestoft, and Oulton Broad as well as this one.
Practice signals around Pakefield
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pakefield itself. The nearest we do hold are REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, about 2 miles away; The Hopton Dental Practice, about 6 miles away; and The Park Surgery in Great Yarmouth, about 11 miles away.
Pakefield at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Kirkley, around 1 km to the north.
The Orthodontic Journey in Pakefield
Orthodontic treatment in Pakefield is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Pakefield runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pakefield
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pakefield has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Pakefield
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Pakefield practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pakefield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pakefield
This part of the page places Pakefield, Suffolk in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can also browse nearby location pages including Kirkley, Normanston, Gisleham, Kessingland, Lowestoft, and Oulton Broad.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Pakefield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pakefield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pakefield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pakefield is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Regent Road Orthodontic Practice (2.2 miles) and Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pakefield?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Pakefield, 4 practices within 10 miles and 7 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pakefield?
The nearest practice to Pakefield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Regent Road Orthodontic Practice (2.2 miles) and Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pakefield, Suffolk?
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 Pakefield, Suffolk?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.