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Orthodontic practices near Wash Common

On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Wash Common, 9 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is The Briars Dental Centre in Newbury, 1.6 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
The Briars Dental CentreNewbury1.6 miles north-east––✓4.9 (276 reviews)
Oaktree Dental Practice NewburyNewbury1.7 miles north-east––✓4.8 (142 reviews)
20/20 Dental PracticeNewbury1.8 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (225 reviews)
Newbury Smile StudioNewbury1.8 miles north-east–––5.0 (57 reviews)
John Davies Dental LaboratoryNewbury1.8 miles north-east–––5.0 (3 reviews)
THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRENewbury1.9 miles north-east✓–––
Mr M Yeung - The Orthodontic CentreNewbury2.0 miles north-east––––
Newbury Orthodontic CentreNewbury2.0 miles north-east✓✓✓4.9 (170 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Wash Common with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newbury, 1.6 miles north-east; the next are Monk Sherborne (12.0 miles south-east) and Andover (12.7 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Newbury91.6 miles north-east
Monk Sherborne112.0 miles south-east
Andover512.7 miles south-west
Basingstoke613.3 miles south-east
Harwell114.0 miles north
Calcot214.1 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wash Common

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 12.7 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
New Street Dental CareAndover5.0 (635 reviews)12.7 miles south-west
Guinea Court Dental SurgeryOld Basing5.0 (410 reviews)14.2 miles south-east
Newbury Smile StudioNewbury5.0 (57 reviews)1.8 miles north-east
Your New Smile HarwellHarwell5.0 (40 reviews)14.0 miles north

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

Wash Common at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaWest Berkshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1621.1% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,557 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally8.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car7.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,091 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England
Access within West Berkshire15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 4.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county8.5% here, against 8.3% across neighbourhoods in West Berkshire
Nearest secondary schoolsPark House School — 0.4 miles
St Bartholomew's School — 1.1 miles
The Clere School — 2.5 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles4 schools, about 4,617 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area98 schools, 29,723 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesThe Briars Dental Centre, Newbury — 2 miles
Hampshire Dental Care, Monk Sherborne — 12 miles
New Street Dental Care, Andover — 13 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles9 within 10 miles, 50 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 Wash Common

Wash Common is 1.6 miles from The Briars Dental Centre in Newbury, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 50.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Andover Advanced Dental Centre (13.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Circle (13.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Wash Common list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Wash Common are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 20/20 Dental Practice in Newbury, 1.8 miles away.

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Orthodontist in Wash Common: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Wash Common? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Wash Common itself or elsewhere in West Berkshire.

Local treatment availability around Wash Common

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wash Common itself. The nearest we do hold are The Briars Dental Centre in Newbury, about 2 miles away; Hampshire Dental Care in Monk Sherborne, about 12 miles away; and New Street Dental Care in Andover, about 13 miles away.

The local picture in Wash Common

Officially, Wash Common is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Wash Common. 21.1% of Wash Common's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.5% of the 1,557 residents in Wash Common's census neighbourhood, close to the 8.3% average across West Berkshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Wash Common has more choice than 72% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Wash Common attend schools such as Park House School (0.4 miles) and St Bartholomew's School (1.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 98 schools and 29,723 pupils in Wash Common's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Wash Common among England's less deprived areas.

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Local snapshot of Wash Common

Wash Water is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Wash Common.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Wash Common

Patients in Wash Common have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Treatment Options in Wash Common — Local Context

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Wash Common. Wash Common — 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 puts 21.1% of Wash Common's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Wash Common, 8.5% of the 1,557 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 8.3% average across West Berkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Wash Common is better served than 72% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Wash Common attend schools such as Park House School (0.4 miles) and St Bartholomew's School (1.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 98 schools and 29,723 pupils in Wash Common's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Wash Common sits among the less deprived areas of England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wash Common itself. The nearest recorded are The Briars Dental Centre in Newbury, about 2 miles away; Hampshire Dental Care in Monk Sherborne, about 12 miles away; and New Street Dental Care in Andover, about 13 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Wash Common

Orthodontic treatment in Wash Common is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Treatment in Wash Common runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Wash Common

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wash Common?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wash Common is The Briars Dental Centre in Newbury, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Oaktree Dental Practice Newbury (1.7 miles) and 20/20 Dental Practice (1.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Wash Common?

Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Wash Common, 9 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wash Common?

The nearest practice to Wash Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 20/20 Dental Practice in Newbury, about 1.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.9 miles) and Newbury Orthodontic Centre (2.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wash Common, West Berkshire?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wash Common, West Berkshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleWash Common, West Berkshire Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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