Orthodontic practices near Southwater Street
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Southwater Street, 12 practices within 10 and 85 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mark O'Hara in Horsham, 2.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mark O'HaraHorsham | 2.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Horsham Smiles Dental PracticeHorsham | 2.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (140 reviews) |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 2.3 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (360 reviews) |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
| Crawley Dental ClinicCrawley | 7.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| West Green Dental PracticeCrawley | 8.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Broadway Dental Boutique | Crawley DentistCrawley | 8.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (476 reviews) |
| The Gallery Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 8.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (61 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Southwater Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Horsham, 2.2 miles north; the next are Crawley (7.9 miles north-east) and Haywards Heath (8.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Horsham | 4 | 2.2 miles north |
| Crawley | 5 | 7.9 miles north-east |
| Haywards Heath | 8 | 8.8 miles east |
| Burgess Hill | 6 | 9.8 miles south-east |
| Cranleigh | 1 | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 13.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Southwater Street
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 south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill | 5.0 (369 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 5.0 (360 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
| George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Southwater Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Horsham |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,522 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,357 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 9.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 117th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Forest School — 2.4 miles Tanbridge House School — 2.5 miles Millais School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,521 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Mark O'Hara, Horsham — 2 miles Crawley Dental Clinic, Crawley — 8 miles The Gallery Dental Practice, Haywards Heath — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 85 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | RH13 |
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 Southwater Street
Southwater Street is 2.2 miles from Dr Mark O'Hara in Horsham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 85.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley (8.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mark O'Hara (2.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Southwater Street list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Southwater Street are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre in Horsham, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Southwater Street
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Orthodontist in Southwater Street: Before booking anything in Southwater Street, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across West Sussex, not just Southwater Street.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Southwater, Copsale, Christs Hospital, Horsham, Maplehurst, and Nuthurst.
What official data says about Southwater Street
Southwater Street is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. 17.7% of Southwater Street's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Southwater Street, 8.2% of the 1,522 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Southwater Street is better served than 56% of towns in England. Families in Southwater Street are served by secondary schools including The Forest School (2.4 miles) and Tanbridge House School (2.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Southwater Street among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Southwater Street is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Southwater Street
Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Southwater, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Southwater Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Southwater Street itself. The nearest recorded are Dr Mark O'Hara in Horsham, about 2 miles away; Crawley Dental Clinic, about 8 miles away; and The Gallery Dental Practice in Haywards Heath, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Southwater Street
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Southwater Street can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. 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 Southwater Street
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Southwater Street
Orthodontic treatment in Southwater Street is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Southwater Street
Treatment in Southwater Street runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Southwater Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Southwater Street
This part of the page places Southwater Street, West Sussex in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Southwater, Copsale, Christs Hospital, Horsham, Maplehurst, and Nuthurst follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Southwater Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Southwater Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Southwater Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Southwater Street is Dr Mark O'Hara in Horsham, about 2.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Horsham Smiles Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and East Mews Dental Care (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Southwater Street?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Southwater Street, 12 practices within 10 miles and 85 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Southwater Street?
The nearest practice to Southwater Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre in Horsham, about 4.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Crawley Dental Clinic (7.9 miles) and Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley (8.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Southwater Street, West Sussex?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Southwater Street, West Sussex?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.