Orthodontic practices near St Leonards
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of St Leonards, 28 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, 2.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 2.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 6.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (758 reviews) |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 6.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| New Leaf DentalBournemouth | 6.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (73 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental PracticeChristchurch | 6.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| 740 DentalBournemouth | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (203 reviews) |
| Christchurch OrthodonticsChristchurch | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (130 reviews) |
| Dorset OrthodonticsBournemouth | 7.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St Leonards with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ringwood, 2.4 miles north-east; the next are Bournemouth (6.4 miles south) and Christchurch (6.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood | 1 | 2.4 miles north-east |
| Bournemouth | 10 | 6.4 miles south |
| Christchurch | 5 | 6.9 miles south |
| Broadstone | 2 | 8.3 miles south-west |
| Parkstone | 2 | 8.4 miles south-west |
| Poole | 8 | 8.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of St Leonards
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 6.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 6.4 miles south |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 8.4 miles south-west |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-east |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 9.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
St Leonards at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 5,984 |
| Residents under 16 | 9.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,498 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.4% aged 16 to 24 and 14.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 817 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Dorset | 39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | West Moors Middle School — 1.6 miles Ringwood School Academy — 2.8 miles Ferndown Upper School — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,832 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Straight Tooth Company, Ringwood — 2 miles Smile Stories, Bournemouth — 6 miles Cheriton Dental Practice, Christchurch — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 49 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 St Leonards
The nearest practice to St Leonards is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, 2.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 740 Dental (7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (8.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around St Leonards list clear aligners, the nearest 6.4 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around St Leonards are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, 6.4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In St Leonards
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Orthodontist in St Leonards: Before booking anything in St Leonards, 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 Dorset, not just St Leonards. St Leonards — a small town with a population of around 5,984 — is covered on this page specifically.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Ashley Heath, Grange Estate, Woolsbridge, Avon Castle, Matchams, and St Leonard's Farm Park if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
The local picture in St Leonards
ONS classifies St Leonards as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. St Leonards sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. St Leonards has a smaller share of children than most areas — 9.5% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,498 residents in the neighbourhood around St Leonards, 4.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset. 16.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near St Leonards attend schools such as West Moors Middle School (1.6 miles) and Ringwood School Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across St Leonards's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks St Leonards among England's less deprived areas.
Practice data for St Leonards
There is no orthodontist on our records in St Leonards itself. The nearest we do hold are The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 2 miles away; Smile Stories in Bournemouth, about 6 miles away; and Cheriton Dental Practice in Christchurch, about 7 miles away.
A quick look at St Leonards
With a population of roughly 5,984, St Leonards is a small town within Dorset. Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Ashley Heath, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in St Leonards
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, St Leonards has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in St Leonards
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in St Leonards
Many people in St Leonards 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in St Leonards 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 St Leonards. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around St Leonards
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place St Leonards, Dorset within a broader nearby area. For a broader comparison, pages for Ashley Heath, Grange Estate, Woolsbridge, Avon Castle, Matchams, and St Leonard's Farm Park follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in St Leonards
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in St Leonards often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St Leonards?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St Leonards is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 2.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Smile Stories (6.4 miles) and Wallisdown Dental Practice (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St Leonards?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of St Leonards, 28 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near St Leonards?
The nearest practice to St Leonards that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, about 6.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include New Leaf Dental (6.6 miles) and 740 Dental (7.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in St Leonards, Dorset?
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 St Leonards, Dorset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.