Orthodontic practices near Racton
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Racton, 19 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, 3.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic EmsworthHavant | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 3.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (159 reviews) |
| East End Lodge Dental PracticeHavant | 4.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (670 reviews) |
| Hampshire Endodontics, HavantHavant | 4.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (283 reviews) |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 5.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Dental StudioChichester | 5.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Racton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Havant, 3.0 miles south-west; the next are Emsworth (3.1 miles south-west) and Chichester (5.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Havant | 4 | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Emsworth | 1 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Chichester | 10 | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 6.0 miles west |
| Portsmouth | 4 | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Winchester | 1 | 8.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Racton
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), 5.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 5.8 miles south-east |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 10.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Racton 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,342 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% 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 | 22 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bourne Community College — 2.2 miles Havant Academy — 3.5 miles Warblington School — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 692 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth, Havant — 3 miles Envisage Dental Emsworth, Emsworth — 3 miles Chichester Orthodontic Clinic, Chichester — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 49 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 Racton
The nearest practice to Racton is The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, 3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Magnolia House Dental Practice (4.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Contour Orthodontists (8.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Racton list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 miles 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 Racton are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Magnolia House Dental Practice in Havant, 4.4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Racton
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What local practice data suggests in Racton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Racton. The nearest recorded are The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 3 miles away; Envisage Dental Emsworth, about 3 miles away; and Chichester Orthodontic Clinic, about 5 miles away.
Area profile for Racton
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Racton sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Racton has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,342 residents in Racton's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Racton has more choice than 60% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Racton are Bourne Community College (2.2 miles) and Havant Academy (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Racton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Racton
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Treatment Options in Racton — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Racton. Racton is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Racton has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,342 residents in Racton's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Racton has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Racton attend schools such as Bourne Community College (2.2 miles) and Havant Academy (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Racton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Racton itself. The nearest recorded are The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 3 miles away; Envisage Dental Emsworth, about 3 miles away; and Chichester Orthodontic Clinic, about 5 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Racton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Racton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Racton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Racton is The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 3.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Envisage Dental Emsworth (3.1 miles) and East End Lodge Dental Practice (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Racton?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Racton, 19 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Racton?
The nearest practice to Racton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Magnolia House Dental Practice in Havant, about 4.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Basin Road Dental Surgery (5.8 miles) and Chichester Dental Practice (5.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Racton, 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 Racton, West Sussex?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.