Orthodontic practices near Soham
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Soham; 3 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Ely Smiles, 5.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely SmilesEly | 5.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (15 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsEly | 5.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Baxter's Family DentalNewmarket | 7.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (157 reviews) |
| St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic ClinicCambridge | 12.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (112 reviews) |
| Cambridge dental groupCambridge | 12.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
| Cambridge Dental HubCambridge | 12.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,436 reviews) |
| Antwerp House Dentistry CambridgeCambridge | 12.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (332 reviews) |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 12.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (72 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Soham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ely, 5.2 miles north-west; the next are Newmarket (7.2 miles south-east) and Cambridge (12.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ely | 2 | 5.2 miles north-west |
| Newmarket | 1 | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Cambridge | 16 | 12.0 miles south-west |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 16.7 miles east |
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 20.4 miles west |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 22.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Soham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 15.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 15.0 miles south-west |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 12.7 miles south-west |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 17.2 miles east |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 17.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Soham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Cambridgeshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | 9,834 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,058 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 32.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 53 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 189th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.6% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Soham Village College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,436 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ely Smiles, Ely — 5 miles Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 7 miles St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic, Cambridge — 12 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, 26 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 Soham
The nearest practice to Soham is Ely Smiles, 5.2 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (13.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (13.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Soham list clear aligners, the nearest 5.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Soham are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 7.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Soham to Ely Smiles 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 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £120 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 10.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Soham
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Orthodontist in Soham: This page was put together for people in Soham who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Cambridgeshire. Soham — a small town with a population of around 9,834 — is covered on this page specifically.
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Nearby location pages including North Field, Barcham Corner, Down Field, Broad Hill, Soham Cotes, and Wicken can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local orthodontic signals in Soham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Soham itself. The closest on record are Ely Smiles, about 5 miles away; Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 7 miles away; and St Mark's Dental and Aesthetic Clinic in Cambridge, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Soham
Soham — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 19.9% of Soham's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Soham, 8.6% of the 2,058 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Soham; the nearest is about 5 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Soham are Soham Village College (0.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Soham's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Soham at a glance
Soham is home to around 9,834 people, classing it as a small town within Cambridgeshire. The nearest other location we cover is North Field, around 1 km to the north-west.
The Orthodontic Journey in Soham
Many people in Soham 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Soham
Treatment in Soham runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Soham
The orthodontic landscape in Soham offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Soham
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Soham — 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 Soham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Soham
This part of the page places Soham, Cambridgeshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for North Field, Barcham Corner, Down Field, Broad Hill, Soham Cotes, and Wicken.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Soham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Soham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Soham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Soham is Ely Smiles, about 5.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Anglia Orthodontics (5.7 miles) and Baxter's Family Dental (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Soham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Soham, 3 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ely, 5.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Soham?
The nearest practice to Soham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 7.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Anglia Orthodontics (13.9 miles) and drfrancisbraces (13.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Soham, Cambridgeshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Soham, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.