Orthodontic practices near Swaythling
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Swaythling, 32 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (356 reviews) |
| The Dental GroupPortswood | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (425 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (92 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 2.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Swaythling with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Portswood (1.2 miles south-west) and Eastleigh (2.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 2.3 miles north-east |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 3.8 miles north-west |
| Bursledon | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Totton | 1 | 5.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Swaythling
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), 9.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 9.0 miles north |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 8.1 miles north |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Swaythling at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Southampton |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 8.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,418 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 61.1% aged 16 to 24 and 18.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 39.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,052 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 | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within Southampton | 24th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Southampton |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton — 0.4 miles Cantell School — 0.7 miles Bitterne Park School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 13,094 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 35,292 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic, Southampton — under a mile The Dental Group, Portswood — 1 miles South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton, Eastleigh — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 67 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 Swaythling
The nearest practice to Swaythling is Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 67.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Swaythling list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Swaythling are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Swaythling
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Orthodontist in Swaythling: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Swaythling keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Swaythling itself or elsewhere in Southampton.
The local picture in Swaythling
Swaythling is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Swaythling's under-16 share, 8.3%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 2,418 residents in the neighbourhood around Swaythling, 3.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Southampton. Swaythling has 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in England. Families in Swaythling are served by secondary schools including Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (0.4 miles) and Cantell School (0.7 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Swaythling's Local Authority area covers 83 schools and 35,292 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Swaythling sits among the more deprived areas of England.
Continue your local research
Nearby location pages including Hampton Park, North Stoneham, Portswood, South Stoneham, Bevois Valley, and St Denys can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local orthodontic signals in Swaythling
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Swaythling. The nearest we do hold are Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, under a mile away; The Dental Group in Portswood, about a mile away; and South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton in Eastleigh, about 2 miles away.
About Swaythling
Hampton Park is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Swaythling.
Orthodontic Treatments in Swaythling
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Swaythling has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Swaythling
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Swaythling — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Swaythling
Orthodontic treatment in Swaythling is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Swaythling
Treatment in Swaythling 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 Swaythling. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Swaythling
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Swaythling, Southampton with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Hampton Park, North Stoneham, Portswood, South Stoneham, Bevois Valley, and St Denys.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Swaythling
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Swaythling often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Swaythling?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Swaythling is Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are The Dental Group (1.2 miles) and Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Swaythling?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Swaythling, 32 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Swaythling?
The nearest practice to Swaythling that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic in Southampton, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (1.7 miles) and Specialist Endodontic Centre (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Swaythling, Southampton?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Swaythling, Southampton?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.