Orthodontic practices near Pickhurst
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Pickhurst; 2 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, 10.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Smiles Dental PracticeHorsham | 10.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (140 reviews) |
| Dr Mark O'HaraHorsham | 10.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | – |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 10.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (360 reviews) |
| The Admor GroupLittlehampton | 11.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (2 reviews) |
| Cranleigh OrthodonticsCranleigh | 11.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (47 reviews) |
| Pringle OrthodonticsLittlehampton | 11.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Abbots Lodge Dental PracticeLittlehampton | 11.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (138 reviews) |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 11.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pickhurst with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Horsham, 10.0 miles north-east; the next are Littlehampton (11.2 miles south) and Cranleigh (11.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Horsham | 4 | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 11.2 miles south |
| Cranleigh | 1 | 11.3 miles north |
| Worthing | 8 | 12.4 miles south-east |
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 13.7 miles south |
| Chichester | 8 | 14.5 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 Pickhurst
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is East Mews Dental Care in Horsham (5.0 from 360 reviews), 10.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 5.0 (360 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 15.0 miles south-west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 15.2 miles south-west |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pickhurst at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Horsham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,602 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 20.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 87 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Sussex | 359th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Weald School, The — 3.9 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, Horsham — 10 miles The Admor Group, Littlehampton — 11 miles Cranleigh Orthodontics, Cranleigh — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 81 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 Pickhurst
From Pickhurst the nearest practice is Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, 10 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (13.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mark O'Hara (10 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Pickhurst list clear aligners, the nearest 10 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pickhurst are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cranleigh Orthodontics, 11.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pickhurst to Horsham Smiles Dental Practice is roughly 20 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 260 to 520 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £115 to £235 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 260 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pickhurst
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Orthodontist in Pickhurst: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Pickhurst. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Pickhurst or another part of West Sussex.
About Pickhurst
Heading south-east for around 2 km brings you to Codmore Hill, the closest linked location.
Nearby location pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Codmore Hill, Pulborough, Hawkhurst Court, Stopham, Hardham, and North Heath may also help.
Local treatment availability around Pickhurst
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pickhurst. The nearest we do hold are Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, about 10 miles away; The Admor Group in Littlehampton, about 11 miles away; and Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 11 miles away.
What official data says about Pickhurst
Pickhurst's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Pickhurst. With just 13% of residents under 16, Pickhurst skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,602 residents in the neighbourhood around Pickhurst, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7% average across West Sussex. Pickhurst has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Pickhurst are Weald School, The (3.9 miles). Pickhurst falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Pickhurst
Orthodontic treatment in Pickhurst 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Pickhurst
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Pickhurst follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Pickhurst
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pickhurst has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pickhurst
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pickhurst. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pickhurst
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Pickhurst, West Sussex, these local links help you keep browsing. If you're still deciding, related pages for Codmore Hill, Pulborough, Hawkhurst Court, Stopham, Hardham, and North Heath may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pickhurst
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pickhurst often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pickhurst?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pickhurst is Horsham Smiles Dental Practice, about 10.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Mark O'Hara (10.0 miles) and East Mews Dental Care (10.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pickhurst?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pickhurst, 2 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Horsham, 10.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pickhurst?
The nearest practice to Pickhurst that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cranleigh Orthodontics, about 11.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (11.9 miles) and Tarring Dental - Worthing (12.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pickhurst, West Sussex?
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 Pickhurst, West Sussex?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.