Retainers in Thakeham at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, Worthing — 9.1 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, Worthing — 9.1 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Tarring Dental - Worthing, Worthing — 8.4 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 18.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of 1,708 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 15 within 10, 66 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 144 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 Thakeham listing retainers
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Thakeham; 15 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 8.4 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, 9.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic DentistryWorthing | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 (24 reviews) |
| Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branchWorthing | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (166 reviews) |
| Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology)Worthing | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (6 reviews) |
| Dr Mark O'HaraHorsham | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Pringle OrthodonticsLittlehampton | 9.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 11.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Thakeham with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Worthing, 9.1 miles south; the next are Horsham (9.3 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (9.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worthing | 3 | 9.1 miles south |
| Horsham | 2 | 9.3 miles north-east |
| Littlehampton | 1 | 9.4 miles south |
| Burgess Hill | 1 | 12.6 miles east |
| Brighton | 2 | 12.9 miles south-east |
| Hove | 2 | 13.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Thakeham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton (4.9 from 649 reviews), 12.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 12.9 miles south-east |
| Gateway Dental | Burgess Hill DentistBurgess Hill | 4.9 (629 reviews) | 12.6 miles east |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 4.8 (169 reviews) | 13.2 miles south-east |
| TwentyOneDentalBrighton | 4.7 (386 reviews) | 12.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Thakeham
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, Worthing (9.1 miles) | Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branch (9.1 miles); Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology) (9.1 miles) | 11 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, Worthing (9.1 miles) | Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology) (9.1 miles) | 2 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Tarring Dental - Worthing (8.4 miles) | Worthing Dental Practice (8.5 miles); Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (9.1 miles) | 13 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Dr Mark O'Hara, Horsham (9.3 miles) | Abbots Lodge Dental Practice (9.8 miles); Kingsend Dental : Ruislip (9.8 miles) | 7 |
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.
The result you paid for is only as durable as your commitment to retainers. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Thakeham treatment result lasts.
How Long Is Retention?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
A bonded wire simply stays put, quietly doing its job without any effort from you, which is why it's the most dependable form of retention.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Retainer Services in Thakeham
Provision in Thakeham varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By ONS classification, Thakeham falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Thakeham falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. 18.9% of Thakeham's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Thakeham, 8% of the 1,708 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Thakeham usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Thakeham attend schools such as Steyning Grammar School (5.1 miles) and Weald School, The (5.5 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Thakeham sits among the less deprived areas of England. See local practice availability in Thakeham → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Thakeham to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Thakeham can usually provide replacement retainers.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Thakeham
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
A fixed wire can debond without you noticing, so regular check-ups in Thakeham matter — an unrepaired wire lets a tooth move independently and misalignment can appear within weeks.
Life After Braces in Thakeham
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Thakeham is a milestone — but not the end of the process. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. This guide covers everything that happens after active treatment ends.
Aftercare Services in Thakeham
Practices serving Thakeham differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Thakeham's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Thakeham. Thakeham's under-16 share sits at 18.9%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,708 residents in the neighbourhood around Thakeham, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex. Thakeham has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Families in Thakeham are served by secondary schools including Steyning Grammar School (5.1 miles) and Weald School, The (5.5 miles). Thakeham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Thakeham
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Thakeham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Thakeham is Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 8.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Worthing Dental Practice (8.5 miles) and Worthing Dental Centre (9.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Thakeham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Thakeham, 15 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Worthing, 8.4 miles away.
Where can I get a retainer near Thakeham?
The nearest practice to Thakeham that lists retainers is Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry in Worthing, about 9.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branch (9.1 miles) and Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology) (9.1 miles).
How many families live in Thakeham?
18.9% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Thakeham?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Thakeham?
By ONS classification, Thakeham falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Thakeham compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Thakeham is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Essix replacements typically run £80-£150 per arch, Hawley retainers £150-£250 but last longer, and rebonding a fixed wire is usually £50-£150. Prices vary by practice, so it's worth getting a quote locally.
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.
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