Orthodontic practices near Portfield
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Portfield, 19 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Dental CentreChichester | 0.5 miles west | – | – | – | 3.7 (38 reviews) |
| Dental StudioChichester | 0.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
| No45 DentalChichester | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (78 reviews) |
| Sussex Braces - Orthodontist Dr Alastair SmithChichester | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| City Dental Lab LtdChichester | 0.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (5 reviews) |
| Transform Smiles Specialist Dental CentreChichester | 0.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (46 reviews) |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 0.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (279 reviews) |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Portfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chichester, 0.5 miles west; the next are Bognor Regis (5.3 miles south-east) and Havant (7.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chichester | 10 | 0.5 miles west |
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 5.3 miles south-east |
| Havant | 4 | 7.8 miles west |
| Emsworth | 1 | 7.9 miles west |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 11.1 miles east |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 11.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Portfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pallant Advanced Dentistry in Chichester (5.0 from 279 reviews), 0.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 7.9 miles west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 1.1 miles west |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 14.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Portfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chichester |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,538 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.5% aged 16 to 24 and 36% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,649 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chichester High School — 1.0 miles Chichester Free School — 1.4 miles Bishop Luffa School, Chichester — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,909 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Jubilee Dental Centre, Chichester — under a mile Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis — 5 miles The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth, Havant — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 52 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 Portfield
Portfield has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Pallant Advanced Dentistry (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Pringle Orthodontics (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Portfield list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Portfield are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, 1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Portfield
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Orthodontist in Portfield: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Portfield? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Portfield itself or elsewhere in West Sussex.
Local provider signals in Portfield
There is no orthodontist on our records in Portfield itself. The closest on record are Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, under a mile away; Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 5 miles away; and The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 8 miles away.
Where Portfield sits locally
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Westhampnett, the closest linked location.
Portfield in context
Portfield is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. 18.1% of Portfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Portfield, 6% of the 1,538 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Portfield has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Portfield attend schools such as Chichester High School (1.0 miles) and Chichester Free School (1.4 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Portfield among England's more deprived areas.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Westhampnett, Whyke, Chichester, Shopwyke, The Close, and Maudlin can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
All Orthodontic Options in Portfield Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Portfield 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Portfield
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Portfield — 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 Portfield
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Portfield helps you ask the right questions. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Portfield
Treatment in Portfield 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 Portfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Portfield
This part of the page places Portfield, West Sussex in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Westhampnett, Whyke, Chichester, Shopwyke, The Close, and Maudlin follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Portfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Portfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Portfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Portfield is Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Dental Studio (0.7 miles) and No45 Dental (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Portfield?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Portfield, 19 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Portfield?
The nearest practice to Portfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, about 1.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Chichester Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and Sussex Orthodontics (5.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Portfield, West Sussex?
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 Portfield, West Sussex?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.