Orthodontic practices near Upper Hardwick
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Upper Hardwick; 9 practices within 20. The closest is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 12.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 12.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 12.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 12.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 12.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 12.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 12.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 12.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 12.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Hardwick with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 12.4 miles south-east; the next are Great Malvern (23.9 miles east) and Stourport-on-Severn (26.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 12.4 miles south-east |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 23.9 miles east |
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 26.5 miles east |
| Worcester | 8 | 26.9 miles east |
| Kidderminster | 3 | 28.2 miles north-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 28.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Hardwick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 12.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 12.5 miles south-east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 12.9 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 12.4 miles south-east |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (314 reviews) | 12.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Hardwick at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,474 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 20.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 37 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 386th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Weobley High School — 3.8 miles Earl Mortimer College — 5.6 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 12 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 24 miles Mercian House Dental Practice, Stourport-on-Severn — 26 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 12 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 Hardwick
The nearest practice to Upper Hardwick is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 12.4 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. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (28.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (12.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Upper Hardwick list clear aligners, the nearest 12.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upper Hardwick are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 12.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upper Hardwick to Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre is roughly 30 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 320 to 640 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £290 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Hardwick
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Orthodontist in Upper Hardwick: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Upper Hardwick, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Herefordshire, not just Upper Hardwick.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Lower Hardwick, Haven, Lower Bearwood, Dilwyn, Eardisland, and Headland may also help.
Facts about Upper Hardwick
The nearest other location we cover is Lower Hardwick, under 1 km to the north.
Local orthodontic signals in Upper Hardwick
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upper Hardwick itself. The nearest recorded are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 12 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 24 miles away; and Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 26 miles away.
Upper Hardwick in context
Officially, Upper Hardwick is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. 14.2% of Upper Hardwick's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.1% of the 1,474 residents in Upper Hardwick's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. People in Upper Hardwick usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Upper Hardwick attend schools such as Weobley High School (3.8 miles) and Earl Mortimer College (5.6 miles). Upper Hardwick's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Upper Hardwick close to the England median.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Upper Hardwick
Patients in Upper Hardwick have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Upper Hardwick
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Upper Hardwick practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Upper Hardwick
Orthodontic treatment in Upper Hardwick is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Upper Hardwick — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Hardwick. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Hardwick
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Upper Hardwick, Herefordshire. If you're still deciding, related pages for Lower Hardwick, Haven, Lower Bearwood, Dilwyn, Eardisland, and Headland may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Hardwick
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Hardwick often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Hardwick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Hardwick is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 12.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (12.5 miles) and Willows Dentistry (12.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Hardwick?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upper Hardwick, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 12.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Hardwick?
The nearest practice to Upper Hardwick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 12.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (12.5 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (12.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Hardwick, Herefordshire?
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 Hardwick, Herefordshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.