Orthodontic practices near Perham Down
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Perham Down; 5 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Concepts in Andover, 5.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 5.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| Smile CircleAndover | 5.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Andover Advanced Dental CentreAndover | 6.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (414 reviews) |
| Andover Dental PracticeAndover | 6.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (759 reviews) |
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 7.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (635 reviews) |
| Denise Taylor OrthodonticsStockbridge | 10.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (32 reviews) |
| The Savernake Dental PracticeMarlborough | 12.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (683 reviews) |
| Dentalcare Marlborough and OrthodonticsMarlborough | 13.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (198 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Perham Down with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Andover, 5.9 miles east; the next are Stockbridge (10.4 miles south-east) and Marlborough (12.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Andover | 5 | 5.9 miles east |
| Stockbridge | 1 | 10.4 miles south-east |
| Marlborough | 3 | 12.7 miles north |
| Salisbury | 8 | 13.4 miles south-west |
| Newbury | 9 | 17.1 miles north-east |
| Winchester | 4 | 17.8 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 Perham Down
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 7.0 miles east |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 13.5 miles south-west |
| Fisherton Dental CareSalisbury | 5.0 (149 reviews) | 13.9 miles south-west |
| Newbury Smile StudioNewbury | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Perham Down at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,176 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 20.5% aged 16 to 24 and 41.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 447 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 7.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Wiltshire | 302nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Wellington Academy — 0.9 miles Harrow Way Community School — 5.8 miles John Hanson Community School — 6.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,121 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Concepts, Andover — 6 miles Denise Taylor Orthodontics, Stockbridge — 10 miles The Savernake Dental Practice, Marlborough — 13 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 | 5 within 10 miles, 37 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 Perham Down
From Perham Down the nearest practice is Dental Concepts in Andover, 5.9 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 5 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Andover Advanced Dental Centre (6.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Circle (5.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Perham Down list clear aligners, the nearest 5.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Perham Down are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Concepts in Andover, 5.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Perham Down to Dental Concepts 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 150 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Perham Down
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Orthodontist in Perham Down: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Perham Down. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Wiltshire and the surrounding area.
Local orthodontic signals in Perham Down
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Perham Down. The closest on record are Dental Concepts in Andover, about 6 miles away; Denise Taylor Orthodontics in Stockbridge, about 10 miles away; and The Savernake Dental Practice in Marlborough, about 13 miles away.
What official data says about Perham Down
Officially, Perham Down is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Perham Down falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Perham Down's under-16 share sits at 20.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 2,176 residents in Perham Down's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Perham Down has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Perham Down are served by secondary schools including The Wellington Academy (0.9 miles) and Harrow Way Community School (5.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 263 schools and 74,539 pupils in Perham Down's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Perham Down sits among the less deprived areas of England.
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Where Perham Down sits locally
Heading east for around 2 km brings you to Great Shoddesden, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in Perham Down Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Perham Down offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Perham Down
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Perham Down
Orthodontic treatment in Perham Down is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Perham Down runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Perham Down. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Perham Down
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Frequently Asked Questions in Perham Down
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Perham Down often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Perham Down?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Perham Down is Dental Concepts in Andover, about 5.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Smile Circle (5.9 miles) and Andover Advanced Dental Centre (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Perham Down?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Perham Down, 5 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Andover, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Perham Down?
The nearest practice to Perham Down that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Concepts in Andover, about 5.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include New Street Dental Care (7.0 miles) and Dentalcare Marlborough and Orthodontics (13.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Perham Down, Wiltshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Perham Down, Wiltshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.