Orthodontic practices near Selsey
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Selsey; 16 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 5.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex OrthodonticsBognor Regis | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (137 reviews) |
| Dove Holistic Dental CentreBognor Regis | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (51 reviews) |
| Chichester Dental PracticeChichester | 6.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
| PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS)Bognor Regis | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| City Dental Lab LtdChichester | 6.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (5 reviews) |
| Transform Smiles Specialist Dental CentreChichester | 6.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (46 reviews) |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 6.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (279 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Selsey with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bognor Regis, 5.9 miles north-east; the next are Chichester (6.0 miles north) and Emsworth (9.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Chichester | 10 | 6.0 miles north |
| Emsworth | 1 | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Havant | 4 | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 13.2 miles east |
| Southsea | 2 | 13.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Selsey
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), 6.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 6.6 miles north |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 6.7 miles north |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 13.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Selsey 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 10,550 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,016 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,760 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Sussex | 278th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Academy, Selsey — 0.3 miles The Regis School — 5.6 miles Chichester Free School — 5.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 523 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis — 6 miles Chichester Dental Practice, Chichester — 6 miles Envisage Dental Emsworth, Emsworth — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 53 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 Selsey
The nearest practice to Selsey is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 5.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Sussex Orthodontics (5.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice (13.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Selsey list clear aligners, the nearest 5.9 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 Selsey are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 5.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Selsey to Sussex Orthodontics is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 150 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 22.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Selsey
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Orthodontist in Selsey: People weighing up braces or aligners in Selsey can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across West Sussex and the surrounding area. Selsey — a market town with a population of around 10,550 — is covered on this page specifically.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for East Beach, Church Norton, Keynor Estate, Sidlesham, Highleigh, and Almodington.
What local practice data suggests in Selsey
There is no orthodontist on our records in Selsey itself. The nearest we do hold are Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 6 miles away; Chichester Dental Practice, about 6 miles away; and Envisage Dental Emsworth, about 10 miles away.
A quick look at Selsey
With a population of roughly 10,550, Selsey is a market town within West Sussex. Heading east for around 1 km brings you to East Beach, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Selsey
Officially, Selsey is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Selsey sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.7% of Selsey's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.4% of the 2,016 residents in Selsey's census neighbourhood, close to the 7% average across West Sussex. Selsey has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Selsey attend schools such as The Academy, Selsey (0.3 miles) and The Regis School (5.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Selsey is roughly mid-table for England.
The Orthodontic Journey in Selsey
Starting orthodontic treatment in Selsey can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Selsey runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Selsey
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Selsey can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Selsey
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Selsey. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Selsey
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Selsey, West Sussex alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including East Beach, Church Norton, Keynor Estate, Sidlesham, Highleigh, and Almodington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Selsey
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Selsey often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Selsey?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Selsey is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dove Holistic Dental Centre (6.0 miles) and Chichester Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Selsey?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Selsey, 16 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bognor Regis, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Selsey?
The nearest practice to Selsey that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Chichester Dental Practice (6.0 miles) and PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS) (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Selsey, 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 Selsey, West Sussex?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.