Orthodontic practices near Ringwood
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Ringwood, 14 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 0.3 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental PracticeChristchurch | 7.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| Hoburne Dental PracticeChristchurch | 7.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (100 reviews) |
| Christchurch OrthodonticsChristchurch | 8.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (130 reviews) |
| Robinsons Dental PracticeChristchurch | 8.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 8.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (758 reviews) |
| 740 DentalBournemouth | 8.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (203 reviews) |
| Pearl Fine Dental CareChristchurch | 8.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (67 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ringwood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ringwood, 0.3 miles south; the next are Christchurch (7.8 miles south) and Bournemouth (8.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood | 1 | 0.3 miles south |
| Christchurch | 5 | 7.8 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Parkstone | 2 | 10.7 miles south-west |
| Poole | 8 | 10.8 miles south-west |
| Broadstone | 2 | 10.9 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 Ringwood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 8.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 10.7 miles south-west |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 0.3 miles south |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 11.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ringwood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | New Forest |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 14,084 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,823 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,626 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Hampshire | 17th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.1% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ringwood School Academy — 0.3 miles West Moors Middle School — 4.2 miles Emmanuel Church of England Middle School — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,592 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 55 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BH24 |
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 Ringwood
The nearest practice to Ringwood is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 740 Dental (8.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (10.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Ringwood list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 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 Ringwood are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Christchurch Orthodontics, 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ringwood
Hampshire12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Ringwood
Orthodontist in Ringwood: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Ringwood keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Hampshire. Ringwood — a market town with a population of around 14,084 — is covered on this page specifically.
More local pages to browse
You can continue browsing related location pages including Blashford, Poulner, The Holdings, Avon Castle, Crow, and Upper Kingston if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Facts about Ringwood
Around 14,084 people live in Ringwood, which is a market town within Hampshire. Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Blashford, the closest linked location.
Ringwood in context
Ringwood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ringwood. Ringwood has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.3% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ringwood, 4.1% of the 1,823 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families in Ringwood are served by secondary schools including Ringwood School Academy (0.3 miles) and West Moors Middle School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Ringwood sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Useful local orthodontic context for Ringwood
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 1 published orthodontic practice in the database currently link to Ringwood or nearby searches; 0 include NHS signals and 1 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include The Straight Tooth Company.
Orthodontic Treatments in Ringwood
Patients in Ringwood have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from Blashford, Poulner and The Holdings regularly visit orthodontists in Ringwood.
How to Choose in Ringwood
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Ringwood practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ringwood
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ringwood helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins. People from Blashford, Poulner and The Holdings regularly visit orthodontists in Ringwood.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Ringwood 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 Ringwood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ringwood
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Ringwood, Hampshire with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Blashford, Poulner, The Holdings, Avon Castle, Crow, and Upper Kingston can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ringwood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ringwood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ringwood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ringwood is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 0.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Cheriton Dental Practice (7.8 miles) and Hoburne Dental Practice (7.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ringwood?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Ringwood, 14 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ringwood?
The nearest practice to Ringwood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Christchurch Orthodontics, about 8.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include 740 Dental (8.6 miles) and Pearl Fine Dental Care (8.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ringwood, Hampshire?
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 Ringwood, Hampshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.