Orthodontic practices near Upton Lea
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Upton Lea, 55 practices within 10 and 308 practices within 20. The closest is Acorn Dental Care in Slough, 0.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Dental CareSlough | 0.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (93 reviews) |
| Maple OrthodonticsSlough | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (91 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in SloughSlough | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (803 reviews) |
| Yew Tree Dental Care and Implant CentreSlough | 1.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (322 reviews) |
| Herschel Dental & Implant CentreSlough | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental EmergenciesSlough | 1.4 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental SurgerySlough | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (92 reviews) |
| Dentalcare LangleySlough | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (227 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upton Lea with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Slough, 0.9 miles west; the next are Colnbrook (2.2 miles south-east) and Windsor (3.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Slough | 12 | 0.9 miles west |
| Colnbrook | 1 | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Windsor | 4 | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Uxbridge | 3 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Gerrards Cross | 1 | 4.9 miles north |
| Maidenhead | 4 | 5.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upton Lea
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist Service (5.0 from 502 reviews), 4.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist ServiceUxbridge | 5.0 (502 reviews) | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Alma Road DentalWindsor | 5.0 (52 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-west |
| Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental EmergenciesSlough | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
| Smile Rooms WindsorWindsor | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upton Lea at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Slough |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 8,000 |
| Residents under 16 | 25.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,778 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.8% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,367 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 21 practices, more than 92% of towns in England |
| Access within Slough | 7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 12 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.4% here, against 8.6% across neighbourhoods in Slough |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Joseph's Catholic High School — 0.3 miles Lynch Hill Enterprise Academy — 0.4 miles Wexham School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 17,149 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 59 schools, 34,689 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Acorn Dental Care, Slough — under a mile Langley Dental and Orthodontics, Colnbrook — 2 miles Smile Rooms Windsor, Windsor — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 308 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 Upton Lea
The nearest practice to Upton Lea is Acorn Dental Care in Slough, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 308.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Acorn Dental Care (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Upton Lea list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Upton Lea are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Acorn Dental Care in Slough, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upton Lea
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Orthodontist in Upton Lea: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Upton Lea understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Slough, not just Upton Lea. Upton Lea — a small town with a population of around 8,000 — is covered on this page specifically.
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Related pages for Stoke Green, Wexham Court, George Green, Middle Green, Myrke, and Slough are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Practice data for Upton Lea
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upton Lea itself. The closest on record are Acorn Dental Care in Slough, under a mile away; Langley Dental and Orthodontics in Colnbrook, about 2 miles away; and Smile Rooms Windsor, about 3 miles away.
Local snapshot of Upton Lea
Around 8,000 people live in Upton Lea, which is a small town within Slough. The nearest other location we cover is Wexham Court, under 1 km to the east.
The local picture in Upton Lea
Upton Lea — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 25.8% of Upton Lea's residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,778 residents in the neighbourhood around Upton Lea, 10.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 8.6% average across Slough. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (21), Upton Lea has more choice than 92% of towns in England. Families in Upton Lea are served by secondary schools including St Joseph's Catholic High School (0.3 miles) and Lynch Hill Enterprise Academy (0.4 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 59 schools and 34,689 pupils across Upton Lea's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Upton Lea sits among the more deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Upton Lea is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 20 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Upton Lea
The orthodontic landscape in Upton Lea offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Upton Lea offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
The Orthodontic Journey in Upton Lea
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Upton Lea helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Upton Lea
Every case in Upton Lea follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upton Lea. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upton Lea
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Upton Lea, Slough. If you're still deciding, related pages for Stoke Green, Wexham Court, George Green, Middle Green, Myrke, and Slough may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upton Lea
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upton Lea often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upton Lea?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upton Lea is Acorn Dental Care in Slough, about 0.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Maple Orthodontics (1.0 miles) and Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upton Lea?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Upton Lea, 55 practices within 10 miles and 308 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upton Lea?
The nearest practice to Upton Lea that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Acorn Dental Care in Slough, about 0.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Maple Orthodontics (1.0 miles) and Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upton Lea, Slough?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upton Lea, Slough?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.