Orthodontic practices near Upgate
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Upgate; 9 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, 8.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 8.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 8.9 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45)Norwich | 8.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (256 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 9.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (763 reviews) |
| Newmarket Road Dental ClinicNorwich | 9.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (436 reviews) |
| NR2 Dental StudioNorwich | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (115 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 9.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
| Palace Plain Orthodontic PracticeNorwich | 9.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (214 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upgate with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Postwick, 8.7 miles north; the next are Norwich (8.9 miles north-west) and Ashwellthorpe (10.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Postwick | 1 | 8.7 miles north |
| Norwich | 12 | 8.9 miles north-west |
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 10.2 miles west |
| Hopton | 1 | 13.4 miles east |
| Costessey | 1 | 13.9 miles north-west |
| Lowestoft | 3 | 14.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upgate
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (5.0 from 130 reviews), 8.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-west |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 5.0 (41 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 4.9 (763 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upgate at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Norfolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,529 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 21.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 66 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Norfolk | 414th closest to an orthodontic practice of 868 places in the county (the county median is 9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Norfolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hobart High School — 3.3 miles Bungay High School — 4.7 miles Framingham Earl High School — 5.8 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 9 miles Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist, Norwich — 9 miles Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 21 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Prestige Dental Studio Ltd — 4 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 Upgate
The nearest practice to Upgate is John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, 8.7 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Hopton Dental Practice (13.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Upgate list clear aligners, the nearest 8.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upgate are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, 8.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upgate to John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister is roughly 20 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 230 to 450 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upgate
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Upgate, 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 Norfolk.
The local picture in Upgate
Officially, Upgate is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upgate. Upgate's under-16 share, 12.3%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Upgate, 5.2% of the 1,529 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Norfolk, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Upgate has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. Families in Upgate are served by secondary schools including Hobart High School (3.3 miles) and Bungay High School (4.7 miles). Upgate sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Local snapshot of Upgate
Just around 2 km north-west, Kirstead Green is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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For a broader view, related location pages cover Hedenham, Seething, Kirstead Green, Woodton, Mundham, and Bedingham as well as this one.
Practice data for Upgate
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upgate. The nearest we do hold are John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, about 9 miles away; Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist, about 9 miles away; and Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 10 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Upgate
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Upgate can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Upgate
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Upgate
Starting orthodontic treatment in Upgate can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Upgate
- 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upgate
Upgate has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Prestige Dental Studio Ltd — is about 4 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Upgate sits within NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 12.3% of residents under 16, Upgate skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,529 residents in Upgate's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Norfolk. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Upgate; the nearest is about 9 miles away. Families in Upgate are served by secondary schools including Hobart High School (3.3 miles) and Bungay High School (4.7 miles). Upgate's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upgate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upgate
If Upgate, Norfolk is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Other local pages worth browsing include Hedenham, Seething, Kirstead Green, Woodton, Mundham, and Bedingham.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upgate
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upgate often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upgate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upgate is John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, about 8.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (8.9 miles) and Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45) (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upgate?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upgate, 9 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Postwick, 8.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upgate?
The nearest practice to Upgate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister in Postwick, about 8.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (9.0 miles) and Newmarket Road Dental Clinic (9.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upgate, Norfolk?
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 Upgate, Norfolk?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.