Orthodontic practices near Tilgate
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Tilgate, 32 practices within 10 and 120 practices within 20. The closest is Smilecare Dental Centre in Crawley, 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smilecare Dental CentreCrawley | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery CrawleyCrawley | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Broadway Dental Boutique | Crawley DentistCrawley | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (476 reviews) |
| West Green Dental PracticeCrawley | 1.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Crawley Dental ClinicCrawley | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| Holbrook Dental and Implant CentreHorsham | 5.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (169 reviews) |
| The Gallery Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 6.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (61 reviews) |
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 6.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (360 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tilgate with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crawley, 0.6 miles north-east; the next are Horsham (5.4 miles west) and Haywards Heath (6.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crawley | 5 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Horsham | 4 | 5.4 miles west |
| Haywards Heath | 8 | 6.7 miles south |
| East Grinstead | 8 | 7.1 miles east |
| Redhill | 2 | 9.5 miles north |
| Reigate | 2 | 9.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tilgate
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is East Mews Dental Care in Horsham (5.0 from 360 reviews), 6.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Mews Dental CareHorsham | 5.0 (360 reviews) | 6.9 miles south-west |
| Oakmead Dental Care East GrinsteadEast Grinstead | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 7.6 miles east |
| The Wellington Clinic - ReigateRedhill | 5.0 (19 reviews) | 9.6 miles north |
| Broadway Dental Boutique | Crawley DentistCrawley | 4.9 (476 reviews) | 1.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Tilgate at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Crawley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,605 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,378 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 | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 31st closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Thomas Bennett Community College — 0.5 miles Oriel High School — 1.0 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Comprehensive School, Crawley — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 9,204 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smilecare Dental Centre, Crawley — under a mile Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre, Horsham — 5 miles The Gallery Dental Practice, Haywards Heath — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 120 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 Tilgate
The nearest practice to Tilgate is Smilecare Dental Centre in Crawley, 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 120.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; West Green Dental Practice (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Tilgate list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Tilgate are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Tilgate
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Orthodontist in Tilgate: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Tilgate. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of West Sussex.
Continue your local research
You can also compare treatment pages for Crawley, Furnace Green, Northgate, Three Bridges, Pease Pottage, and West Green if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local context for Tilgate
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Crawley, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Tilgate
There is no orthodontist on our records in Tilgate itself. The nearest we do hold are Smilecare Dental Centre in Crawley, under a mile away; Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre in Horsham, about 5 miles away; and The Gallery Dental Practice in Haywards Heath, about 7 miles away.
The local picture in Tilgate
Tilgate is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.3% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Tilgate, 7.7% of the 1,605 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Tilgate has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Tilgate attend schools such as Thomas Bennett Community College (0.5 miles) and Oriel High School (1.0 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Tilgate close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Tilgate is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 28 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tilgate
Orthodontic treatment in Tilgate is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Tilgate — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Tilgate
Patients in Tilgate have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
How to Choose in Tilgate
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Tilgate practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tilgate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Tilgate
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Tilgate, West Sussex alone. You can also browse nearby location pages including Crawley, Furnace Green, Northgate, Three Bridges, Pease Pottage, and West Green.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Tilgate
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tilgate often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tilgate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tilgate is Smilecare Dental Centre in Crawley, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley (1.1 miles) and Broadway Dental Boutique | Crawley Dentist (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tilgate?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Tilgate, 32 practices within 10 miles and 120 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tilgate?
The nearest practice to Tilgate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley, about 1.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Crawley Dental Clinic (1.3 miles) and Holbrook Dental and Implant Centre (5.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tilgate, West Sussex?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tilgate, West Sussex?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.