Orthodontic practices near Upend
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Upend, 3 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 4.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter's Family DentalNewmarket | 4.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (157 reviews) |
| Idh GroupBury St Edmunds | 9.6 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Guildhall DentalBury St Edmunds | 9.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,193 reviews) |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 10.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 10.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (27 reviews) |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 10.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (13 reviews) |
| Sycamore House Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 10.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (90 reviews) |
| M L B DentistaBury St Edmunds | 10.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (301 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upend with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newmarket, 4.7 miles north-west; the next are Bury St Edmunds (9.6 miles east) and Cambridge (14.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newmarket | 1 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 9.6 miles east |
| Cambridge | 16 | 14.2 miles west |
| Sudbury | 1 | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 16.4 miles south-west |
| Ely | 2 | 16.8 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 Upend
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 16.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 16.1 miles west |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 15.1 miles west |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 10.1 miles east |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.9 (285 reviews) | 16.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upend at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Cambridgeshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,322 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Newmarket Academy — 5.2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 5 miles Idh Group, Bury St Edmunds — 10 miles Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge, Cambridge — 14 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 28 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 Upend
Upend is 4.7 miles from Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Anglia Orthodontics (16 miles) mentions a free consultation; Cathedral Dental (10.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Upend list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Upend are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 4.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upend
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Orthodontist in Upend: Before booking anything in Upend, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is relevant to searches focused on both Upend and the wider Cambridgeshire area.
Local snapshot of Upend
Just around 2 km south-west, Kirtling is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Kirtling, Ashley, Lidgate, Cheveley, Kirtling Green, and Saxon Street.
Upend in context
ONS classifies Upend as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. 18.2% of Upend's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,322 residents in Upend's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across Cambridgeshire. Families in Upend are served by secondary schools including Newmarket Academy (5.2 miles). Upend's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
What we know about practices near Upend
There is no orthodontist on our records in Upend itself. The nearest recorded are Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 5 miles away; Idh Group in Bury St Edmunds, about 10 miles away; and Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge, about 14 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Upend
Many people in Upend delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Upend
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Upend runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Upend
Patients in Upend have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Upend — Local Context
What's available in Upend depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Upend is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 18.2% of Upend's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,322 residents in the neighbourhood around Upend, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Cambridgeshire. Secondary-age pupils near Upend attend schools such as Newmarket Academy (5.2 miles). National deprivation data puts Upend close to the England median. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upend. The closest on record are Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 5 miles away; Idh Group in Bury St Edmunds, about 10 miles away; and Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge, about 14 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upend. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upend
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Upend, Cambridgeshire alone. Other local pages worth browsing include Kirtling, Ashley, Lidgate, Cheveley, Kirtling Green, and Saxon Street.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Upend
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upend often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upend?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upend is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 4.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Idh Group (9.6 miles) and Guildhall Dental (9.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upend?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Upend, 3 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upend?
The nearest practice to Upend that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 4.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Stewart House Orthodontics (10.1 miles) and Devonshire House Dental Practice (14.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upend, Cambridgeshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upend, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.