Orthodontic practices near Parkeston
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Parkeston, 15 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, 4.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Smile ClinicFelixstowe | 4.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (79 reviews) |
| Suffolk OrthodonticsKesgrave | 7.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (52 reviews) |
| Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave | 8.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Foxhall Dental PracticeIpswich | 8.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (804 reviews) |
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 8.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (366 reviews) |
| A&L Clinics | Dentist in IpswichIpswich | 8.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (97 reviews) |
| Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich | 9.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (693 reviews) |
| Parkview Dental CentreIpswich | 9.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (459 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Parkeston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Felixstowe, 4.6 miles east; the next are Kesgrave (7.4 miles north) and Ipswich (8.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe | 1 | 4.6 miles east |
| Kesgrave | 2 | 7.4 miles north |
| Ipswich | 12 | 8.5 miles north |
| Little Clacton | 1 | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 3 | 10.1 miles south |
| Colchester | 11 | 13.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Parkeston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Valley Dental Practice in Clacton-on-Sea (5.0 from 546 reviews), 10.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Dental PracticeClacton-on-Sea | 5.0 (546 reviews) | 10.1 miles south |
| Hello DentalColchester | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 13.9 miles west |
| DentoworldColchester | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 14.8 miles west |
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 14.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Parkeston at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tendring |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 21.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,553 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,015 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Essex | 457th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harwich and Dovercourt High School — 0.9 miles Felixstowe School — 4.2 miles Holbrook Academy — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,075 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crescent Smile Clinic, Felixstowe — 5 miles Suffolk Orthodontics, Kesgrave — 7 miles Foxhall Dental Practice, Ipswich — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 34 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 Parkeston
Parkeston is 4.6 miles from Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Crescent Smile Clinic (4.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Parkeston list clear aligners, the nearest 4.6 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 Parkeston are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, 7.4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Parkeston
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Orthodontist in Parkeston: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Parkeston keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Essex, not just Parkeston.
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Local context for Parkeston
The nearest other location we cover is Upper Dovercourt, around 1 km to the south.
What we know about practices near Parkeston
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Parkeston itself. The nearest we do hold are Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 5 miles away; Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 7 miles away; and Foxhall Dental Practice in Ipswich, about 8 miles away.
Parkeston in context
Parkeston is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Parkeston sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 21.7% of Parkeston's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Parkeston, 6.7% of the 2,553 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Secondary-age pupils near Parkeston attend schools such as Harwich and Dovercourt High School (0.9 miles) and Felixstowe School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Parkeston among England's more deprived areas.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Parkeston
Many people in Parkeston delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Parkeston
Provision in Parkeston varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Parkeston's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Parkeston falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. 21.7% of Parkeston's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,553 residents in Parkeston's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.9% average across Essex. The closest secondary schools to Parkeston are Harwich and Dovercourt High School (0.9 miles) and Felixstowe School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Parkeston among England's more deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Parkeston
Patients in Parkeston have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Parkeston — Local Context
Provision in Parkeston varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By ONS classification, Parkeston falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Essex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Parkeston. Census data puts 21.7% of Parkeston's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Parkeston, 6.7% of the 2,553 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Parkeston are Harwich and Dovercourt High School (0.9 miles) and Felixstowe School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Parkeston's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Parkeston itself. The nearest recorded are Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 5 miles away; Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 7 miles away; and Foxhall Dental Practice in Ipswich, about 8 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Parkeston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Parkeston
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Frequently Asked Questions in Parkeston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Parkeston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Parkeston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Parkeston is Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 4.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Suffolk Orthodontics (7.4 miles) and Martlesham Heath Dental Practice (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Parkeston?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Parkeston, 15 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Parkeston?
The nearest practice to Parkeston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 7.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include Foxhall Dental Practice (8.5 miles) and Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich (8.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Parkeston, Essex?
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 Parkeston, Essex?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.