Orthodontic practices near Shirley Park
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Shirley Park, 25 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (205 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 1.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 1.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 1.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE LSouthampton | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 1.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 1.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (92 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 1.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shirley Park with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Portswood (1.4 miles north-east) and Totton (2.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 1.4 miles north-east |
| Totton | 1 | 2.1 miles west |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 4.1 miles north |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 4.6 miles north-east |
| Romsey | 1 | 5.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shirley Park
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 11.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 10.4 miles north-east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 1.6 miles east |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shirley Park at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Southampton |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,688 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.9% aged 16 to 24 and 36.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 42.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,593 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within Southampton | 1st closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.3% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Southampton |
| Nearest secondary schools | Regents Park Community College — 0.2 miles St Mark's Church of England School — 0.8 miles Upper Shirley High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,381 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 35,292 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oakley Road Dental Practice, Southampton — under a mile Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd, Portswood — 1 miles Bridgeways Dental, Totton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 68 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 Shirley Park
Shirley Park has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Shirley Park list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Shirley Park are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shirley Park
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Shirley Park, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Southampton and the surrounding area.
Useful local orthodontic context for Shirley Park
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Shirley Park. The closest on record are Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, under a mile away; Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd in Portswood, about a mile away; and Bridgeways Dental in Totton, about 2 miles away.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Regents Park, Aldermoor, Shirley Warren, Coxford, Maybush, and Freemantle.
Area profile for Shirley Park
Shirley Park — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Shirley Park's under-16 share, 13%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.3% of the 1,688 residents in Shirley Park's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Southampton. Shirley Park has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Shirley Park are Regents Park Community College (0.2 miles) and St Mark's Church of England School (0.8 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 83 schools and 35,292 pupils in Shirley Park's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Shirley Park among England's more deprived areas.
Facts about Shirley Park
Regents Park is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Shirley Park.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shirley Park
Starting orthodontic treatment in Shirley Park can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Shirley Park
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Shirley Park. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Shirley Park sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 13% of Shirley Park's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,688 residents in the neighbourhood around Shirley Park, 4.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Southampton. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Shirley Park is better served than 88% of towns in England. Families in Shirley Park are served by secondary schools including Regents Park Community College (0.2 miles) and St Mark's Church of England School (0.8 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Shirley Park's Local Authority area covers 83 schools and 35,292 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Shirley Park sits among the more deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Shirley Park
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Shirley Park 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Shirley Park
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Shirley Park — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shirley Park. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shirley Park
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Shirley Park, Southampton with surrounding locations. For a broader comparison, pages for Regents Park, Aldermoor, Shirley Warren, Coxford, Maybush, and Freemantle follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shirley Park
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shirley Park often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shirley Park?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shirley Park is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (1.4 miles) and Bedford Place Dentist (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shirley Park?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Shirley Park, 25 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shirley Park?
The nearest practice to Shirley Park that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (1.4 miles) and SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L (1.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shirley Park, Southampton?
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 Shirley Park, Southampton?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.