Orthodontic practices near Picket Post
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Picket Post, 9 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 2.7 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Hoburne Dental PracticeChristchurch | 7.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (100 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental PracticeChristchurch | 8.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| Robinsons Dental PracticeChristchurch | 8.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| Christchurch OrthodonticsChristchurch | 8.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (130 reviews) |
| Pearl Fine Dental CareChristchurch | 9.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (67 reviews) |
| 740 DentalBournemouth | 9.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (203 reviews) |
| Beechwood Dental PracticeBournemouth | 9.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (253 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Picket Post with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ringwood, 2.7 miles west; the next are Christchurch (7.4 miles south) and Bournemouth (9.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood | 1 | 2.7 miles west |
| Christchurch | 5 | 7.4 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 9.5 miles south-west |
| Totton | 1 | 11.5 miles north-east |
| Parkstone | 2 | 12.4 miles south-west |
| Poole | 6 | 12.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Picket Post
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 10.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-west |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 12.4 miles south-west |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 13.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Picket Post at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | New Forest |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,298 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 17.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 28 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Hampshire | 295th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ringwood School Academy — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,592 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Straight Tooth Company, Ringwood — 3 miles Hoburne Dental Practice, Christchurch — 7 miles 740 Dental, Bournemouth — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 59 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 Picket Post
Picket Post is 2.7 miles from The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 740 Dental (9.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental on the Banks (13 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Picket Post list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Picket Post are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Christchurch Orthodontics, 8.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Picket Post
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Orthodontist in Picket Post: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Picket Post keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Hampshire and the surrounding area.
The local picture in Picket Post
By ONS classification, Picket Post falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Picket Post falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Picket Post's under-16 share, 11.8%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,298 residents in the neighbourhood around Picket Post, 5.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Secondary-age pupils near Picket Post attend schools such as Ringwood School Academy (2.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Picket Post's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
A quick look at Picket Post
Heading west for around 1 km brings you to Forest Corner, the closest linked location.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Forest Corner, Shobley, Hangersley, Bagnum, Burley, and Poulner may also help.
What we know about practices near Picket Post
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Picket Post itself. The nearest recorded are The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 3 miles away; Hoburne Dental Practice in Christchurch, about 7 miles away; and 740 Dental in Bournemouth, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Picket Post
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Picket Post has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Picket Post
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Picket Post — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Picket Post
Many people in Picket Post delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Picket Post
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Picket Post — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Picket Post. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Picket Post
If Picket Post, Hampshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Forest Corner, Shobley, Hangersley, Bagnum, Burley, and Poulner.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Picket Post
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Picket Post often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Picket Post?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Picket Post is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 2.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Hoburne Dental Practice (7.4 miles) and Cheriton Dental Practice (8.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Picket Post?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Picket Post, 9 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Picket Post?
The nearest practice to Picket Post that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Christchurch Orthodontics, about 8.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Pearl Fine Dental Care (9.3 miles) and 740 Dental (9.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Picket Post, Hampshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Picket Post, Hampshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.