Orthodontic practices near Shilton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Shilton; 3 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 5.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 5.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
| Witney Brace PlaceWitney | 5.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| High Street Dental PracticeWitney | 5.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 13.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
| Seven Fields Dental Health CentreBroad Blunsdon | 13.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| Smile With UsKidlington | 14.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 14.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 14.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shilton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Witney, 5.3 miles east; the next are Oxford (13.3 miles east) and Broad Blunsdon (13.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witney | 3 | 5.3 miles east |
| Oxford | 9 | 13.3 miles east |
| Broad Blunsdon | 2 | 13.9 miles south-west |
| Kidlington | 3 | 14.1 miles east |
| Swindon | 3 | 14.6 miles south-west |
| Abingdon | 5 | 15.5 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 Shilton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mayhew Dental in Swindon (5.0 from 336 reviews), 15.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayhew DentalSwindon | 5.0 (336 reviews) | 15.1 miles south |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - CheltenhamBroad Blunsdon | 5.0 (20 reviews) | 14.6 miles south-west |
| Accessible OrthodonticsOxford | 4.9 (449 reviews) | 14.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shilton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Oxfordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 230 |
| Residents under 16 | 21.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,439 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 39.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,094 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 314th closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Carterton Community College — 0.5 miles Burford School — 2.7 miles The Henry Box School — 5.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,226 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Buttercross Dental Practice, Witney — 5 miles Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, Oxford — 13 miles Seven Fields Dental Health Centre, Broad Blunsdon — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 48 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 Shilton
From Shilton the nearest practice is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 5.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford (13.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Accessible Orthodontics (14.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Shilton list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Shilton are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, 5.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Shilton to Buttercross Dental Practice is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shilton
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Shilton, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Oxfordshire, not just Shilton. Shilton — a small village with a population of around 230 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Shilton
Classified by ONS as urban: Further from a major town or city, Shilton sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 21.8% of Shilton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 2,439 residents in Shilton's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Shilton; the nearest is about 5 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Shilton are Carterton Community College (0.5 miles) and Burford School (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Shilton's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Carterton, Alvescot, Kencot, Brize Norton, Asthall, and Black Bourton.
Facts about Shilton
Shilton is home to around 230 people, classing it as a small village within Oxfordshire. Heading south-east for around 2 km brings you to Carterton, the closest linked location.
Local treatment availability around Shilton
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shilton itself. The closest on record are Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 5 miles away; Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 13 miles away; and Seven Fields Dental Health Centre in Broad Blunsdon, about 14 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Shilton
Many people in Shilton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Shilton — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Shilton Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Shilton can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. 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 Shilton
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 Shilton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shilton
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Shilton, Oxfordshire. Other local pages worth browsing include Carterton, Alvescot, Kencot, Brize Norton, Asthall, and Black Bourton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shilton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shilton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shilton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shilton is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 5.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Witney Brace Place (5.5 miles) and High Street Dental Practice (5.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shilton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Shilton, 3 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Witney, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shilton?
The nearest practice to Shilton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 5.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford (13.3 miles) and Ridentes Dental Practice (14.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shilton, Oxfordshire?
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 Shilton, Oxfordshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.