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Orthodontic practices near Upham

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Upham, 34 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is OMU in Owslebury, 2.4 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
OMUOwslebury2.4 miles north-west––✓4.9 (48 reviews)
White WinchesterOwslebury2.4 miles north-west–––4.9 (47 reviews)
South Cliff Dental Group, Central SouthamptonEastleigh5.5 miles west–––4.1 (640 reviews)
Oakmount Dental CareEastleigh6.2 miles west–––4.8 (126 reviews)
Fryern Dental PracticeEastleigh6.3 miles west–––4.8 (116 reviews)
Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester6.4 miles north-west✓✓✓5.0 (101 reviews)
City Bridge Dental & Implant ClinicWinchester6.5 miles north-west–––4.9 (138 reviews)
The Smiles StudioEastleigh6.8 miles west✓–✓4.8 (477 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Upham with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Owslebury, 2.4 miles north-west; the next are Eastleigh (5.5 miles west) and Winchester (6.4 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Owslebury22.4 miles north-west
Eastleigh45.5 miles west
Winchester86.4 miles north-west
Southampton67.0 miles south-west
Bursledon17.2 miles south-west
Portswood38.1 miles south-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upham

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 6.9 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
GG OrthodonticsWinchester5.0 (338 reviews)6.9 miles north-west
Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester5.0 (101 reviews)6.4 miles north-west
Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood5.0 (92 reviews)8.6 miles south-west
Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham5.0 (48 reviews)8.6 miles south

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

Upham at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaWinchester
NHS dental servicesNHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Population663
Residents under 1617.4% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,630 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre44 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health11.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles2 practices
Access within Hampshire255th closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.7% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire
Nearest secondary schoolsWyvern College — 3.2 miles
Swanmore College — 3.3 miles
Deer Park School — 4.6 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesOMU, Owslebury — 2 miles
South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton, Eastleigh — 6 miles
Winchester Orthodontic Practice, Winchester — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles34 within 10 miles, 68 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 Upham

The nearest practice to Upham is OMU in Owslebury, 2.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 34 practices, and within 20 there are 68.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Winchester Orthodontic Practice (6.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (8.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Upham list clear aligners, the nearest 2.4 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 Upham are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Winchester Orthodontic Practice, 6.4 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Upham

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Braces and aligner options in Upham

Orthodontist in Upham: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Upham keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Upham itself or elsewhere in Hampshire. Upham — a small village with a population of around 663 — is covered on this page specifically.

What official data says about Upham

Officially, Upham is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Upham falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Upham's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,630 residents in the neighbourhood around Upham, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Secondary-age pupils near Upham attend schools such as Wyvern College (3.2 miles) and Swanmore College (3.3 miles). National deprivation data ranks Upham among England's less deprived areas.

About Upham

Upham has a population of around 663, making it a small village within Hampshire. Just around 2 km south-west, Lower Upham is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Practice data for Upham

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upham. The nearest recorded are OMU in Owslebury, about 2 miles away; South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton in Eastleigh, about 6 miles away; and Winchester Orthodontic Practice, about 6 miles away.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Lower Upham, Bishops Waltham, Durley Street, Baybridge, The Hangers, and Brown Heath.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Upham

Starting orthodontic treatment in Upham 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.

Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Upham

  • Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
  • Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
  • Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
  • Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
  • Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upham

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Upham. Upham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Upham's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,630 residents in the neighbourhood around Upham, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Secondary-age pupils near Upham attend schools such as Wyvern College (3.2 miles) and Swanmore College (3.3 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Upham sits among the less deprived areas of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Upham

Patients in Upham have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Upham

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Upham

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upham?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upham is OMU in Owslebury, about 2.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are White Winchester (2.4 miles) and South Cliff Dental Group, Central Southampton (5.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Upham?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Upham, 34 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upham?

The nearest practice to Upham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Winchester Orthodontic Practice, about 6.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include The Smiles Studio (6.8 miles) and Oliver's Battery Dental Surgery (6.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upham, Hampshire?

A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upham, Hampshire?

Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.

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TitleUpham, Hampshire Clear Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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