Orthodontic practices near Waltham Chase
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Waltham Chase, 32 practices within 10 and 70 practices within 20. The closest is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 5.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 5.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Serenity DentalFareham | 5.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmilemakersBursledon | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| OMUOwslebury | 6.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
| White WinchesterOwslebury | 6.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (47 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Waltham Chase with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Fareham, 5.0 miles south; the next are Bursledon (5.9 miles south-west) and Owslebury (6.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 5 | 5.0 miles south |
| Bursledon | 1 | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Owslebury | 2 | 6.0 miles north-west |
| Southampton | 9 | 6.7 miles west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 7.3 miles west |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 8.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Waltham Chase
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood (5.0 from 92 reviews), 8.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 8.9 miles west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 9.1 miles west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 5.0 miles south |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 9.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Waltham Chase at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Winchester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,652 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 691 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Hampshire | 542nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 737 places in the county (the county median is 3.3 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Hampshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Swanmore College — 0.9 miles Deer Park School — 3.8 miles Wildern School — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,338 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham — 5 miles Smilemakers, Bursledon — 6 miles OMU, Owslebury — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 70 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 Waltham Chase
From Waltham Chase the nearest practice is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 70.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (8.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Waltham Chase list clear aligners, the nearest 5 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 Waltham Chase are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is VIDA Dentistry in Fareham, 5.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Waltham Chase to Angus Pringle Orthodontics is roughly 10 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 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Waltham Chase
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Orthodontist in Waltham Chase: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Waltham Chase understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Hampshire and the surrounding area.
About Waltham Chase
Shedfield is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Waltham Chase.
Nearby location pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Shedfield, Shirrell Heath, Hillpound, Row Ash, Swanmore, and Mislingford may also help.
Useful local orthodontic context for Waltham Chase
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Waltham Chase. The nearest we do hold are Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 5 miles away; Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 6 miles away; and OMU in Owslebury, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Waltham Chase
ONS classifies Waltham Chase as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. 17% of Waltham Chase's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,652 residents in Waltham Chase's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Secondary-age pupils near Waltham Chase attend schools such as Swanmore College (0.9 miles) and Deer Park School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Waltham Chase sits among the less deprived areas of England.
All Orthodontic Options in Waltham Chase Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Waltham Chase offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Treatment Options in Waltham Chase — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Waltham Chase — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Waltham Chase — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 17% of Waltham Chase's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Waltham Chase, 6.9% of the 1,652 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families in Waltham Chase are served by secondary schools including Swanmore College (0.9 miles) and Deer Park School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Waltham Chase sits among the less deprived areas of England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Waltham Chase. The closest on record are Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 5 miles away; Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 6 miles away; and OMU in Owslebury, about 6 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Waltham Chase
Orthodontic treatment in Waltham Chase is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Waltham Chase
Not every practice near Waltham Chase offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Waltham Chase is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Waltham Chase sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,652 residents in Waltham Chase's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Families in Waltham Chase are served by secondary schools including Swanmore College (0.9 miles) and Deer Park School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Waltham Chase among England's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Waltham Chase. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Waltham Chase
This part of the page places Waltham Chase, Hampshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Shedfield, Shirrell Heath, Hillpound, Row Ash, Swanmore, and Mislingford follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Waltham Chase
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Waltham Chase often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Waltham Chase?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Waltham Chase is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 5.0 miles to the south. The next closest are VIDA Dentistry (5.4 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Waltham Chase?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Waltham Chase, 32 practices within 10 miles and 70 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Waltham Chase?
The nearest practice to Waltham Chase that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is VIDA Dentistry in Fareham, about 5.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (5.5 miles) and ORTHODONTICA LIMITED (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Waltham Chase, 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 Waltham Chase, 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.