Orthodontic practices near Ratford
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Ratford, 7 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is London Road Dental Practice in Chippenham, 3.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Road Dental PracticeChippenham | 3.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (120 reviews) |
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (221 reviews) |
| The High Street Dental Practice - Chippenham (Not accepting new NHS patients)Chippenham | 3.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| PerioWorld Dental Suites.Chippenham | 3.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (182 reviews) |
| Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental PracticeChippenham | 4.9 miles west | – | – | – | 3.5 (153 reviews) |
| Hathaway Medical CentreChippenham | 4.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.1 (279 reviews) |
| Clove House Dental & Implant CentreCorsham | 7.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (454 reviews) |
| Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic ChippenhamLydiard Millicent | 10.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ratford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chippenham, 3.3 miles west; the next are Corsham (7.1 miles west) and Lydiard Millicent (10.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chippenham | 6 | 3.3 miles west |
| Corsham | 1 | 7.1 miles west |
| Lydiard Millicent | 1 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Swindon | 11 | 11.5 miles north-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 11.5 miles south-west |
| Marlborough | 3 | 13.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ratford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care. Implants and Specialist Dentistry in Swindon (5.0 from 370 reviews), 13.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care. Implants and Specialist DentistrySwindon | 5.0 (370 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 3.6 miles west |
| Ebenezer House Dental CareSwindon | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ratford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,499 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 33.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 55 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Wiltshire | 133rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsbury Green Academy — 1.9 miles Abbeyfield School — 2.7 miles Hardenhuish School — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,979 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | London Road Dental Practice, Chippenham — 3 miles Clove House Dental & Implant Centre, Corsham — 7 miles Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham, Lydiard Millicent — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 50 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 Ratford
The nearest practice to Ratford is London Road Dental Practice in Chippenham, 3.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (3.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentalcare West Swindon (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ratford list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 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 Ratford are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ratford
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Practice signals around Ratford
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ratford. The nearest we do hold are London Road Dental Practice in Chippenham, about 3 miles away; Clove House Dental & Implant Centre in Corsham, about 7 miles away; and Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham in Lydiard Millicent, about 11 miles away.
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The local picture in Ratford
Officially, Ratford is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Ratford falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. With just 13.6% of residents under 16, Ratford skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,499 residents in the neighbourhood around Ratford, 3.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Ratford has more choice than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Ratford are served by secondary schools including Kingsbury Green Academy (1.9 miles) and Abbeyfield School (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Ratford's Local Authority has 263 schools educating 74,539 pupils (DfE data). Ratford sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ratford is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away.
Where Ratford sits locally
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ratford
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Ratford
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Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Ratford
- 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
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ratford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ratford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ratford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ratford is London Road Dental Practice in Chippenham, about 3.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (3.6 miles) and The High Street Dental Practice - Chippenham (Not accepting new NHS patients) (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ratford?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Ratford, 7 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ratford?
The nearest practice to Ratford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham, about 3.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include The High Street Dental Practice - Chippenham (Not accepting new NHS patients) (3.7 miles) and PerioWorld Dental Suites. (3.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ratford, Wiltshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ratford, Wiltshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.