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Orthodontic practices near Whale Island

On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Whale Island, 27 practices within 10 and 72 practices within 20. The closest is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 1.5 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Coast Dental HealthPortsmouth1.5 miles east––✓4.9 (312 reviews)
Hampshire Terrace Dental CarePortsmouth1.8 miles south––✓4.8 (532 reviews)
Millennium Dental ClinicGosport2.0 miles south-west––✓4.9 (147 reviews)
Cathedral Dental PracticeOld Portsmouth2.0 miles south–––5.0 (6 reviews)
Victoria Dental PracticeSouthsea2.2 miles south✓––4.6 (36 reviews)
SOUTHSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESouthsea2.3 miles south✓–––
Stoke Road Dental PracticeGosport2.4 miles south-west–––4.9 (107 reviews)
Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth2.5 miles south–✓✓4.9 (868 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Whale Island with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portsmouth, 1.5 miles east; the next are Gosport (2.0 miles south-west) and Old Portsmouth (2.0 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Portsmouth41.5 miles east
Gosport32.0 miles south-west
Old Portsmouth12.0 miles south
Southsea22.2 miles south
Fareham53.8 miles north-west
Lee-on-the-Solent14.3 miles south-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Whale Island

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wight Clinic in Ryde (5.0 from 393 reviews), 7.2 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Wight ClinicRyde5.0 (393 reviews)7.2 miles south-west
Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth5.0 (159 reviews)7.2 miles east
Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham5.0 (48 reviews)4.3 miles north-west
David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent5.0 (36 reviews)4.3 miles south-west

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

Whale Island at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaPortsmouth
NHS dental servicesNHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.9% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,591 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 35.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car37.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,420 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England
Access within Portsmouth17th closest to an orthodontic practice of 22 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.5 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.4% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Portsmouth
Nearest secondary schoolsMayfield School — 1.3 miles
Trafalgar School — 1.5 miles
UTC Portsmouth — 1.5 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles13 schools, about 13,370 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area65 schools, 29,581 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesCoast Dental Health, Portsmouth — 2 miles
Millennium Dental Clinic, Gosport — 2 miles
Cathedral Dental Practice, Old Portsmouth — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles27 within 10 miles, 72 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 Whale Island

The nearest practice to Whale Island is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 1.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 72.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Whale Island list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Whale Island are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Dental Practice in Southsea, 2.2 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Whale Island

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Braces and aligner options in Whale Island

Orthodontist in Whale Island: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Whale Island often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Portsmouth.

Facts about Whale Island

The nearest other location we cover is Stamshaw, under 1 km to the east.

Local provider signals in Whale Island

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Whale Island itself. The nearest we do hold are Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, about 2 miles away; Millennium Dental Clinic in Gosport, about 2 miles away; and Cathedral Dental Practice in Old Portsmouth, about 2 miles away.

What official data says about Whale Island

Whale Island is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Whale Island. Whale Island's under-16 share sits at 18.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,591 residents in Whale Island's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.7% average across Portsmouth. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Whale Island is better served than 88% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Whale Island attend schools such as Mayfield School (1.3 miles) and Trafalgar School (1.5 miles). 13 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 65 schools and 29,581 pupils in Whale Island's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Whale Island sits among the more deprived areas of England.

Compare nearby areas

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Stamshaw, Tipner, Landport, Portsea, Portsmouth, and Somers Town may also help.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Whale Island

Orthodontic treatment in Whale Island 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Every case in Whale Island follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Whale Island

Patients in Whale Island have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Whale Island

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Whale Island

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Whale Island?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Whale Island is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, about 1.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Hampshire Terrace Dental Care (1.8 miles) and Millennium Dental Clinic (2.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Whale Island?

Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Whale Island, 27 practices within 10 miles and 72 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Whale Island?

The nearest practice to Whale Island that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Dental Practice in Southsea, about 2.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include SOUTHSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.3 miles) and Twenty Dental Care (2.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Whale Island, Portsmouth?

The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Whale Island, Portsmouth?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitleWhale Island, Portsmouth Clear Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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