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Orthodontic practices near Summersdale

On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Summersdale, 19 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, 1.3 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Jubilee Dental CentreChichester1.3 miles south–––3.7 (38 reviews)
Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester1.6 miles south–––5.0 (57 reviews)
Dental StudioChichester1.6 miles south–✓✓4.9 (149 reviews)
No45 DentalChichester1.7 miles south–––4.8 (78 reviews)
Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester1.7 miles south–✓✓5.0 (279 reviews)
Sussex Braces - Orthodontist Dr Alastair SmithChichester1.7 miles south––––
Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester2.0 miles south✓––4.7 (46 reviews)
Chichester Dental PracticeChichester2.3 miles south✓–✓4.8 (73 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Summersdale with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chichester, 1.3 miles south; the next are Bognor Regis (6.9 miles south-east) and Havant (6.9 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Chichester101.3 miles south
Bognor Regis46.9 miles south-east
Havant46.9 miles west
Emsworth17.0 miles west
Waterlooville210.8 miles west
Winchester112.0 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 Summersdale

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), 1.7 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester5.0 (279 reviews)1.7 miles south
Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth5.0 (159 reviews)7.0 miles west
Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester5.0 (57 reviews)1.6 miles south
Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth4.9 (868 reviews)14.4 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Summersdale at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaChichester
NHS dental servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1611.5% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,526 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 16.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car11.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,304 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England
Access within West Sussex65th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.3 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county4.9% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex
Nearest secondary schoolsBishop Luffa School, Chichester — 1.8 miles
Chichester High School — 2.1 miles
Chichester Free School — 2.8 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles3 schools, about 3,909 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesJubilee Dental Centre, Chichester — 1 miles
Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis — 7 miles
The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth, Havant — 7 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles19 within 10 miles, 52 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 Summersdale

Summersdale is 1.3 miles from Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 52.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chichester Orthodontic Clinic (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Contour Orthodontists (12 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Summersdale list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 Summersdale are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, 2 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Summersdale

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Orthodontist in Summersdale: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Summersdale? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across West Sussex, not just Summersdale.

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You can also compare treatment pages for Lavant, Chichester, The Close, Portfield, Westhampnett, and Whyke if you are weighing up more than one location.

The local picture in Summersdale

Summersdale's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Summersdale falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 11.5% of Summersdale's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Summersdale, 4.9% of the 1,526 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Summersdale has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. Families in Summersdale are served by secondary schools including Bishop Luffa School, Chichester (1.8 miles) and Chichester High School (2.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Summersdale falls in a less deprived area than most of England.

What local practice data suggests in Summersdale

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Summersdale itself. The closest on record are Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, about a mile away; Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 7 miles away; and The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 7 miles away.

Local context for Summersdale

Lavant is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Summersdale.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Summersdale

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Summersdale can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Summersdale

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Summersdale

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Summersdale helps you ask the right questions. 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.

Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Summersdale

  • Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
  • Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
  • Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
  • Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
  • Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Summersdale — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Summersdale. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Summersdale

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Summersdale often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Summersdale?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Summersdale is Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, about 1.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Chichester Orthodontic Clinic (1.6 miles) and Dental Studio (1.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Summersdale?

Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Summersdale, 19 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Summersdale?

The nearest practice to Summersdale that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Basin Road Dental Surgery in Chichester, about 2.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Chichester Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Sussex Orthodontics (6.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Summersdale, West Sussex?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Summersdale, West Sussex?

Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.

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TitleSummersdale, West Sussex Invisalign & Braces
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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