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Orthodontic practices near Trimley St Mary

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Trimley St Mary, 15 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, 1.7 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Crescent Smile ClinicFelixstowe1.7 miles south-east–✓✓4.6 (79 reviews)
Suffolk OrthodonticsKesgrave5.5 miles north-west✓✓✓4.3 (52 reviews)
Martlesham Heath Dental PracticeKesgrave6.0 miles north––✓4.9 (43 reviews)
Smile Suffolk Dentist IpswichIpswich7.7 miles north-west✓–✓4.9 (366 reviews)
Foxhall Dental PracticeIpswich8.0 miles north-west✓–✓4.8 (804 reviews)
A&L Clinics | Dentist in IpswichIpswich8.7 miles north-west–✓✓4.9 (97 reviews)
Quest Dental Care IpswichIpswich8.8 miles north-west✓✓✓4.9 (693 reviews)
Parkview Dental CentreIpswich9.0 miles north-west–––4.8 (459 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Trimley St Mary with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Felixstowe, 1.7 miles south-east; the next are Kesgrave (5.5 miles north-west) and Ipswich (7.7 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Felixstowe11.7 miles south-east
Kesgrave25.5 miles north-west
Ipswich127.7 miles north-west
Little Clacton113.2 miles south-west
Clacton-on-Sea313.9 miles south-west
Colchester1117.3 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Trimley St Mary

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Valley Dental Practice in Clacton-on-Sea (5.0 from 546 reviews), 13.9 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Valley Dental PracticeClacton-on-Sea5.0 (546 reviews)13.9 miles south-west
Hello DentalColchester5.0 (331 reviews)17.3 miles west
DentoworldColchester5.0 (210 reviews)18.5 miles west
Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester5.0 (185 reviews)17.4 miles west

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

Trimley St Mary at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaEast Suffolk
NHS dental servicesNHS Norfolk and Suffolk 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 1616.4% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,216 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,266 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Suffolk38th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk
Nearest secondary schoolsFelixstowe School — 0.7 miles
Harwich and Dovercourt High School — 4.3 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 1,169 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesCrescent Smile Clinic, Felixstowe — 2 miles
Suffolk Orthodontics, Kesgrave — 6 miles
Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, Ipswich — 8 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles15 within 10 miles, 31 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 Trimley St Mary

The nearest practice to Trimley St Mary is Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, 1.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 31.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Crescent Smile Clinic (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Trimley St Mary list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Trimley St Mary are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, 5.5 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Trimley St Mary

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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Trimley St Mary, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Suffolk.

Local provider signals in Trimley St Mary

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Trimley St Mary. The nearest recorded are Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 2 miles away; Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 6 miles away; and Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich, about 8 miles away.

About Trimley St Mary

Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Trimley Heath, the closest linked location.

Nearby location pages

You can continue browsing related location pages including Trimley Heath, Trimley St Martin, Falkenham, Felixstowe, Outer Part of Town Eastward, and Bath Side if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

Trimley St Mary in context

Officially, Trimley St Mary is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Trimley St Mary sits within NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,216 residents in the neighbourhood around Trimley St Mary, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Suffolk. The closest secondary schools to Trimley St Mary are Felixstowe School (0.7 miles) and Harwich and Dovercourt High School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Trimley St Mary sits among the less deprived areas of England.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Trimley St Mary

Starting orthodontic treatment in Trimley St Mary can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Every case in Trimley St Mary follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

All Orthodontic Options in Trimley St Mary Explained

The orthodontic landscape in Trimley St Mary offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Trimley St Mary offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Trimley St Mary

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Trimley St Mary?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Trimley St Mary is Crescent Smile Clinic in Felixstowe, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Suffolk Orthodontics (5.5 miles) and Martlesham Heath Dental Practice (6.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Trimley St Mary?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Trimley St Mary, 15 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Trimley St Mary?

The nearest practice to Trimley St Mary that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Suffolk Orthodontics in Kesgrave, about 5.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Smile Suffolk Dentist Ipswich (7.7 miles) and Foxhall Dental Practice (8.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Trimley St Mary, Suffolk?

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 Trimley St Mary, Suffolk?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleTrimley St Mary, Suffolk Orthodontist | Get a Quote Online
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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