Orthodontic practices near South Bersted
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of South Bersted, 17 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex OrthodonticsBognor Regis | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (137 reviews) |
| PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS)Bognor Regis | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dove Holistic Dental CentreBognor Regis | 1.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (51 reviews) |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 1.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| City Dental Lab LtdChichester | 4.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (5 reviews) |
| Transform Smiles Specialist Dental CentreChichester | 4.3 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (46 reviews) |
| No45 DentalChichester | 5.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (78 reviews) |
| Sussex Braces - Orthodontist Dr Alastair SmithChichester | 5.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South Bersted with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bognor Regis, 1.0 miles south; the next are Chichester (4.3 miles north-west) and Littlehampton (7.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis | 4 | 1.0 miles south |
| Chichester | 10 | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 7.1 miles east |
| Emsworth | 1 | 12.2 miles west |
| Havant | 4 | 12.2 miles west |
| Worthing | 8 | 12.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of South Bersted
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), 5.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 12.2 miles west |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 5.0 (57 reviews) | 5.6 miles north-west |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 1.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South Bersted at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Arun |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,688 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 428 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 47th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Felpham Community College — 0.8 miles The Regis School — 1.1 miles St Philip Howard Catholic School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 5,252 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis — 1 miles City Dental Lab Ltd, Chichester — 4 miles Abbots Lodge Dental Practice, Littlehampton — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 42 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 South Bersted
The nearest practice to South Bersted is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 42.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Sussex Orthodontics (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Pringle Orthodontics (7.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around South Bersted list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around South Bersted are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, 1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In South Bersted
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Orthodontist in South Bersted: Searching for orthodontic treatment in South Bersted? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in South Bersted itself or elsewhere in West Sussex.
Practice signals around South Bersted
No orthodontic practice is recorded in South Bersted. The nearest we do hold are Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about a mile away; City Dental Lab Ltd in Chichester, about 4 miles away; and Abbots Lodge Dental Practice in Littlehampton, about 7 miles away.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Shripney, Bersted, Lidsey, North Bersted, Bognor Regis, and Felpham.
Area profile for South Bersted
Officially, South Bersted is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.6% of South Bersted's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around South Bersted, 6% of the 1,688 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), South Bersted has more choice than 64% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to South Bersted are Felpham Community College (0.8 miles) and The Regis School (1.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts South Bersted close to the England median.
Facts about South Bersted
Shripney is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of South Bersted.
The Orthodontic Journey in South Bersted
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in South Bersted helps you ask the right questions. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in South Bersted runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in South Bersted
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, South Bersted has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in South Bersted — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving South Bersted. ONS classifies South Bersted as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, South Bersted falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. South Bersted's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,688 residents in the neighbourhood around South Bersted, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex. South Bersted has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near South Bersted attend schools such as Felpham Community College (0.8 miles) and The Regis School (1.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. South Bersted's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. There is no orthodontist on our records in South Bersted itself. The nearest we do hold are Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about a mile away; City Dental Lab Ltd in Chichester, about 4 miles away; and Abbots Lodge Dental Practice in Littlehampton, about 7 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around South Bersted. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South Bersted
If South Bersted, West Sussex is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Nearby pages covering Shripney, Bersted, Lidsey, North Bersted, Bognor Regis, and Felpham may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in South Bersted
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South Bersted often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South Bersted?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South Bersted is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 1.0 miles to the south. The next closest are PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS) (1.0 miles) and Dove Holistic Dental Centre (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South Bersted?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of South Bersted, 17 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South Bersted?
The nearest practice to South Bersted that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS) (1.0 miles) and Basin Road Dental Surgery (5.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South Bersted, 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 South Bersted, West Sussex?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.