Orthodontic practices near Ruxton Green
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Ruxton Green, 1 practice within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 4.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 12.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 12.9 miles north | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 12.9 miles north | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 12.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 13.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 13.0 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ruxton Green with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Monmouth, 4.4 miles south; the next are Hereford (12.6 miles north) and Chepstow (15.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth | 1 | 4.4 miles south |
| Hereford | 9 | 12.6 miles north |
| Chepstow | 1 | 15.7 miles south |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 16.9 miles east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 18.0 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 18.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ruxton Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 18.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 18.7 miles south-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 15.7 miles south |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-west |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 18.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ruxton Green at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,804 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 39 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Herefordshire | 92nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 29 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Five Acres High School — 5.0 miles John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy — 5.4 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 4 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 13 miles Smile Solution Chepstow, Chepstow — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 24 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 Ruxton Green
The nearest practice to Ruxton Green is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 4.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Phoenix Orthodontics (18.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (12.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ruxton Green list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ruxton Green are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 12.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 29 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ruxton Green
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Orthodontist in Ruxton Green: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Ruxton Green often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It connects local orthodontic research in Ruxton Green with the wider Herefordshire area.
Where Ruxton Green sits locally
Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Llangarron, the closest linked location.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Llangarron, Crocker's Ash, Llangrove, Marstow, Trereece, and Little Doward may also help.
What official data says about Ruxton Green
By ONS classification, Ruxton Green falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Ruxton Green sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15% of Ruxton Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Ruxton Green, 7.6% of the 1,804 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Ruxton Green attend schools such as Five Acres High School (5.0 miles) and John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy (5.4 miles). DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Ruxton Green's Local Authority. National deprivation data puts Ruxton Green close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ruxton Green is about 29 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Practice signals around Ruxton Green
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ruxton Green. The nearest we do hold are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 4 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13 miles away; and Smile Solution Chepstow, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Ruxton Green
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ruxton Green has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Ruxton Green
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 Ruxton Green practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Ruxton Green
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ruxton Green can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ruxton Green
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Ruxton Green — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Ruxton Green sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15% of Ruxton Green's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,804 residents in the neighbourhood around Ruxton Green, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Ruxton Green are served by secondary schools including Five Acres High School (5.0 miles) and John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy (5.4 miles). DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Ruxton Green's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Ruxton Green is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ruxton Green is about 29 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ruxton Green. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ruxton Green
This section helps connect Ruxton Green, Herefordshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for Llangarron, Crocker's Ash, Llangrove, Marstow, Trereece, and Little Doward.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ruxton Green
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ruxton Green often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ruxton Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ruxton Green is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 4.4 miles to the south. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (12.6 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (12.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ruxton Green?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Ruxton Green, 1 practice within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ruxton Green?
The nearest practice to Ruxton Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 12.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (13.1 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (13.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ruxton Green, Herefordshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ruxton Green, Herefordshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.