Costs in Shoreham-by-Sea at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea — under a mile; 25 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | TwentyOneDental, Brighton — 3.8 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 16 within 5 miles, 25 within 10, 55 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.9% aged 25 to 49 of 2,239 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within West Sussex | 5th closest to a practice of 383 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Shoreham-by-Sea that list payment plans
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Shoreham-by-Sea, 25 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, 0.2 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is TwentyOneDental, 3.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsend Dental : RuislipShoreham-by-Sea | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| TwentyOneDentalBrighton | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (386 reviews) |
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (649 reviews) |
| Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branchWorthing | 4.5 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.6 (166 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental PracticeWorthing | 4.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (128 reviews) |
| Hove Dental ClinicHove | 4.6 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (130 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shoreham-by-Sea with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Shoreham-by-Sea, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Brighton (3.8 miles east) and Worthing (4.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Brighton | 11 | 3.8 miles east |
| Worthing | 8 | 4.5 miles west |
| Hove | 4 | 4.6 miles east |
| Burgess Hill | 4 | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Littlehampton | 2 | 10.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shoreham-by-Sea
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Burgess Hill Dental (5.0 from 369 reviews), 10.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill | 5.0 (369 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
| George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Gateway Dental | Burgess Hill DentistBurgess Hill | 4.9 (629 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Shoreham-by-Sea, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.3 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £1,500 to £3,500 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £2,000 to £4,500 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £4,000 to £8,000 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Shoreham-by-Sea
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | TwentyOneDental, Brighton (3.8 miles) | Splash Orthodontics (4 miles); Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (4.6 miles) | 7 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | TwentyOneDental, Brighton (3.8 miles) | Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (4.6 miles); Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology) (4.6 miles) | 11 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea (under a mile) | TwentyOneDental (3.8 miles); Splash Orthodontics (4 miles) | 13 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea (under a mile) | TwentyOneDental (3.8 miles); Splash Orthodontics (4 miles) | 30 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea (under a mile) | TwentyOneDental (3.8 miles); Splash Orthodontics (4 miles) | 22 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | TwentyOneDental, Brighton (3.8 miles) | Splash Orthodontics (4 miles); Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branch (4.5 miles) | 10 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Shoreham-by-Sea — the range is genuinely wide. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally. People from Shoreham Beach, Kingston by Sea and Old Shoreham regularly visit orthodontists in Shoreham-by-Sea.
Cost Context for Shoreham-by-Sea
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Shoreham-by-Sea to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. People from Shoreham Beach, Kingston by Sea, and Old Shoreham regularly make use of Shoreham-by-Sea's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment.
There is 1 orthodontic practice in our database covering Shoreham-by-Sea. Shoreham-by-Sea is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Shoreham-by-Sea. Census data puts 15.6% of Shoreham-by-Sea's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,239 residents in the neighbourhood around Shoreham-by-Sea, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Shoreham-by-Sea has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Shoreham-by-Sea are Shoreham Academy (1.1 miles) and Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (2.4 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Shoreham-by-Sea among England's less deprived areas. See local practice availability in Shoreham-by-Sea → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Shoreham-by-Sea
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Shoreham-by-Sea offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
What Affects Orthodontic Costs?
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity is the second big lever: the harder the case, the longer the course and the higher the fee, whatever you're treated with.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers close out treatment but aren't always in the headline fee — ask whether they're included or charged on top.
Refinements are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Shoreham-by-Sea, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
What affects clear aligner cost in Shoreham-by-Sea?
What you pay for clear aligners in Shoreham-by-Sea reflects the case, not just the brand. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers. People from Shoreham Beach, Kingston by Sea and Old Shoreham regularly visit orthodontists in Shoreham-by-Sea.
Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Quote in Shoreham-by-Sea
Before signing a treatment agreement with any provider in Shoreham-by-Sea, ask: Does the fee include unlimited refinements or is there a defined cap? Are retainers (both fixed bonded and removable) included? Are there charges for broken attachments or replacement aligners? What happens if the final result needs additional trays after the initial series?
Clear aligners in Shoreham-by-Sea — comparing lower-cost options
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Shoreham-by-Sea. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely. People from Shoreham Beach, Kingston by Sea and Old Shoreham regularly visit orthodontists in Shoreham-by-Sea.
Getting Real Value in Shoreham-by-Sea
Good value in Shoreham-by-Sea comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Shoreham-by-Sea
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shoreham-by-Sea?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shoreham-by-Sea is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are TwentyOneDental (3.8 miles) and Splash Orthodontics (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shoreham-by-Sea?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Shoreham-by-Sea, 25 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Shoreham-by-Sea offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Shoreham-by-Sea that mentions finance or monthly payment options is TwentyOneDental in Brighton, about 3.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (4.6 miles) and Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology) (4.6 miles).
Which county covers Shoreham-by-Sea?
Shoreham-by-Sea is in West Sussex.
Is Shoreham-by-Sea rural or urban?
ONS classifies Shoreham-by-Sea as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is Shoreham-by-Sea a family area?
Around 15.6% of Shoreham-by-Sea's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What is the population of Shoreham-by-Sea?
Shoreham-by-Sea has a population of around 19,175.
How does case complexity affect cost?
More complex cases require more clinical time, more appointments, and sometimes additional procedures (such as tooth extractions). A mild spacing case costs significantly less than a complex overbite correction. Always confirm whether the quoted fee covers your full case or just a simple scenario.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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