Orthodontic practices near Upper Basildon
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Upper Basildon, 28 practices within 10 and 95 practices within 20. The closest is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, 4.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane OrthodonticsCalcot | 4.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (259 reviews) |
| Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care)Calcot | 4.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (916 reviews) |
| U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic ClinicMapledurham | 4.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Medicare Clinic - ReadingReading | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (1,324 reviews) |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 6.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (263 reviews) |
| Markham Associates Dental SurgeonsReading | 7.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental CentreReading | 7.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (89 reviews) |
| Reading SmilesReading | 7.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (734 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Basildon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Calcot, 4.4 miles south-east; the next are Mapledurham (4.8 miles east) and Reading (6.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Calcot | 2 | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Mapledurham | 1 | 4.8 miles east |
| Reading | 13 | 6.0 miles east |
| Newbury | 9 | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Didcot | 3 | 9.5 miles north-west |
| Lower Earley | 2 | 9.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Basildon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Earley Dental Practice in Reading (5.0 from 389 reviews), 9.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (389 reviews) | 9.2 miles east |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (263 reviews) | 6.9 miles east |
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 9.9 miles east |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 7.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Basildon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Berkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,405 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,772 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 1.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 130 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within West Berkshire | 61st closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 4.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 8.3% across neighbourhoods in West Berkshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Denefield School — 3.7 miles Theale Green School — 3.8 miles Little Heath School — 3.9 miles |
| Schools in council area | 98 schools, 29,723 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Park Lane Orthodontics, Calcot — 4 miles U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Mapledurham — 5 miles Medicare Clinic - Reading, Reading — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 95 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 Upper Basildon
Upper Basildon is 4.4 miles from Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 95.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care) (4.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (4.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Upper Basildon list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 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 Upper Basildon are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, 4.4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Basildon
West Berkshire12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Upper Basildon
Orthodontist in Upper Basildon: This page was put together for people in Upper Basildon who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across West Berkshire and the surrounding area. Upper Basildon — a small village with a population of around 1,405 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local provider signals in Upper Basildon
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upper Basildon itself. The closest on record are Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 4 miles away; U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic in Mapledurham, about 5 miles away; and Medicare Clinic - Reading, about 6 miles away.
Upper Basildon in numbers
Around 1,405 people live in Upper Basildon, which is a small village within West Berkshire. Just around 3 km north-east, Lower Basildon is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Upper Basildon
ONS classifies Upper Basildon as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Upper Basildon falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Upper Basildon's under-16 share sits at 17.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,772 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Basildon, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8.3% average across West Berkshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Upper Basildon has more choice than 52% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Upper Basildon attend schools such as Denefield School (3.7 miles) and Theale Green School (3.8 miles). Upper Basildon's Local Authority has 98 schools educating 29,723 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Upper Basildon sits among the less deprived areas of England.
Nearby location pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Lower Basildon, Bradfield, Stitchens Green, Stubbles, Goring, and Streatley.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Upper Basildon
Starting orthodontic treatment in Upper Basildon can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Upper Basildon
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upper Basildon
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Upper Basildon — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Upper Basildon's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upper Basildon. Upper Basildon's under-16 share sits at 17.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,772 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Basildon, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8.3% average across West Berkshire. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Upper Basildon is better served than 52% of towns in England. Families in Upper Basildon are served by secondary schools including Denefield School (3.7 miles) and Theale Green School (3.8 miles). DfE figures put 98 schools and 29,723 pupils across Upper Basildon's Local Authority. Upper Basildon falls in a less deprived area than most of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Basildon
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Upper Basildon has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Upper Basildon
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Upper Basildon — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Basildon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Basildon
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Upper Basildon, West Berkshire alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Lower Basildon, Bradfield, Stitchens Green, Stubbles, Goring, and Streatley follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Basildon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Basildon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Basildon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Basildon is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 4.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care) (4.4 miles) and U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (4.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Basildon?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Upper Basildon, 28 practices within 10 miles and 95 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Basildon?
The nearest practice to Upper Basildon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 4.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (4.8 miles) and Medicare Clinic - Reading (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Basildon, West Berkshire?
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 Upper Basildon, West Berkshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.