Costs in St Denys at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | The Dental Group, Portswood — under a mile; 24 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Bedford Place Dentist, Southampton — under a mile; 11 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 21 within 5 miles, 26 within 10, 60 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 11% aged 16 to 24 and 41.2% aged 25 to 49 of 1,479 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Southampton | 10th closest to a practice of 32 places in the county; the county median is 0.5 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 St Denys that list payment plans
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of St Denys, 26 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Group in Portswood, 0.4 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Bedford Place Dentist, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental GroupPortswood | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (425 reviews) |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 5.0 (92 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 0.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 0.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 0.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE LSouthampton | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St Denys with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Portswood, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Southampton (0.8 miles south-west) and Bursledon (3.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portswood | 3 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Southampton | 10 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Bursledon | 1 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Totton | 1 | 4.3 miles west |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 4.6 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 St Denys
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), 10.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 10.4 miles north |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from St Denys, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to The Dental Group, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.5 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 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| 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 St Denys
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Hampshire Dentists, Southampton (under a mile) | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile); The Smiles Studio (3.9 miles) | 6 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Bedford Place Dentist, Southampton (under a mile) | Hampshire Dentists (under a mile); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile) | 12 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Specialist Endodontic Centre, Portswood (under a mile) | SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L (under a mile); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile) | 12 |
| Private treatment | private fees | The Dental Group, Portswood (under a mile) | Specialist Endodontic Centre (under a mile); Bedford Place Dentist (under a mile) | 28 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Bedford Place Dentist, Southampton (under a mile) | Hampshire Dentists (under a mile); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile) | 17 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Bedford Place Dentist, Southampton (under a mile) | Hampshire Dentists (under a mile); Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile) | 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 St Denys — the range is genuinely wide. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Cost Context for St Denys
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in St Denys generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Not every practice near St Denys offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By ONS classification, St Denys falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, St Denys falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. St Denys's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around St Denys, 5.4% of the 1,479 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Southampton, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (21), St Denys has more choice than 92% of towns in England. Families in St Denys are served by secondary schools including St Anne's Catholic School (0.8 miles) and Bitterne Park School (1.1 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 83 schools and 35,292 pupils in St Denys's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, St Denys sits among the more deprived areas of England. See local practice availability in St Denys → 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 St Denys
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 St Denys 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.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in St Denys
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in St Denys — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | 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. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in St Denys. |
These are typical private fee ranges for St Denys — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
How much do aligners cost in St Denys?
There is no single price for clear aligners in St Denys — it depends on several factors. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
What Clear Aligners Cost in St Denys
Private clear aligner treatment in St Denys typically ranges as follows:
Budget aligner options in St Denys
Lower-cost clear aligners in St Denys are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. This guide explains where corners are sometimes cut and how to spot real value.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in St Denys
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in St Denys
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St Denys?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St Denys is The Dental Group in Portswood, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Specialist Endodontic Centre (0.6 miles) and Bedford Place Dentist (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St Denys?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of St Denys, 26 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near St Denys offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to St Denys that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Bedford Place Dentist in Southampton, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Hampshire Dentists (0.8 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (0.9 miles).
What county is St Denys in?
St Denys is in Southampton.
What towns are near St Denys?
Nearby towns include Banister's Park, Nichols Town, Portswood.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in St Denys?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
Is St Denys rural or urban?
ONS classifies St Denys as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — for private orthodontic treatment, getting two or three quotes from practices in your area is sensible. Fees vary by practice, clinician experience, and overheads. Ensure you're comparing like-for-like: same treatment type, same number of arches, retainers and refinements included.
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.
Costs Across Southampton
Explore costs information for other towns and cities in Southampton — all with dedicated local pages and online assessment access: