Orthodontic practices near Playford
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Playford, 14 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, 2.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich | 2.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (366 reviews) |
| Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave | 2.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Suffolk OrthodonticsKesgrave | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (52 reviews) |
| Foxhall Dental PracticeIpswich | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (804 reviews) |
| Parkview Dental CentreIpswich | 3.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (459 reviews) |
| Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich | 3.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (693 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SpecialistsIpswich | 3.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
| Ipswich OrthodonticsIpswich | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (60 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Playford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ipswich, 2.6 miles south-west; the next are Kesgrave (2.7 miles south-east) and Felixstowe (10.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswich | 12 | 2.6 miles south-west |
| Kesgrave | 2 | 2.7 miles south-east |
| Felixstowe | 1 | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Colchester | 12 | 17.4 miles south-west |
| Little Clacton | 1 | 19.2 miles south |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 2 | 20.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Playford
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), 20.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Dental PracticeClacton-on-Sea | 5.0 (546 reviews) | 20.0 miles south |
| Hello DentalColchester | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 17.4 miles south-west |
| DentoworldColchester | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 19.4 miles south-west |
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 17.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Playford 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,405 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 133 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Suffolk | 74th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kesgrave High School — 1.7 miles St Alban's Catholic High School — 2.3 miles Northgate High School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 6,522 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, Ipswich — 3 miles Martlesham Heath Dental Practice, Kesgrave — 3 miles Crescent Smile Clinic, Felixstowe — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 27 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 Playford
The nearest practice to Playford is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Quest Dental Care Ipswich (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Playford list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Playford are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, 2.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Playford
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Orthodontist in Playford: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Playford? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Playford or another part of Suffolk.
What local practice data suggests in Playford
There is no orthodontist on our records in Playford itself. The nearest recorded are Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 3 miles away; Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 3 miles away; and Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 10 miles away.
Playford at a glance
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Culpho, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Playford
Officially, Playford is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Playford. Playford's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Playford, 7.9% of the 2,405 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Suffolk, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Playford has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. Families in Playford are served by secondary schools including Kesgrave High School (1.7 miles) and St Alban's Catholic High School (2.3 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Playford falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Culpho, Great Bealings, Bealings, Grundisburgh, Rushmere St Andrew, and Tuddenham St Martin can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Playford
Many people in Playford 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Playford
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Playford. ONS classifies Playford as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Playford falls under NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 2,405 residents in Playford's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Suffolk. Playford has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Playford attend schools such as Kesgrave High School (1.7 miles) and St Alban's Catholic High School (2.3 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Playford among England's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Playford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Playford can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Playford
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Playford — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Playford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Playford
This part of the page places Playford, Suffolk in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Culpho, Great Bealings, Bealings, Grundisburgh, Rushmere St Andrew, and Tuddenham St Martin can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Playford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Playford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Playford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Playford is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 2.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Martlesham Heath Dental Practice (2.7 miles) and Suffolk Orthodontics (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Playford?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Playford, 14 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Playford?
The nearest practice to Playford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 2.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Suffolk Orthodontics (3.1 miles) and Foxhall Dental Practice (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Playford, Suffolk?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Playford, Suffolk?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.