Orthodontic practices near Wick's Green
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Wick's Green; 1 practice within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Page Dr in Ipswich, 9.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Page DrIpswich | 9.7 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Ipswich Dental SpecialistsIpswich | 10.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) |
| Ipswich OrthodonticsIpswich | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (60 reviews) |
| OrthoactiveIpswich | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (8 reviews) |
| Christchurch Dental PracticeIpswich | 10.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (392 reviews) |
| IPSWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTREIpswich | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Parkview Dental CentreIpswich | 10.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (459 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wick's Green with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ipswich, 9.7 miles south; the next are Kesgrave (13.1 miles south-east) and Bury St Edmunds (14.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswich | 12 | 9.7 miles south |
| Kesgrave | 2 | 13.1 miles south-east |
| Bury St Edmunds | 7 | 14.5 miles west |
| Sudbury | 1 | 17.8 miles south-west |
| Colchester | 7 | 19.9 miles south |
| Felixstowe | 1 | 20.4 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 Wick's Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hello Dental in Colchester (5.0 from 331 reviews), 20.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hello DentalColchester | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 20.0 miles south |
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 19.9 miles south |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 14.9 miles west |
| Ipswich Dental SurgeryIpswich | 4.9 (1,210 reviews) | 10.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wick's Green at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Suffolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,284 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 64 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Suffolk | 487th closest to an orthodontic practice of 730 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Suffolk |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stowupland High School — 1.3 miles Stowmarket High School — 3.5 miles Debenham High School — 5.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 846 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Page Dr, Ipswich — 10 miles Martlesham Heath Dental Practice, Kesgrave — 13 miles M L B Dentista, Bury St Edmunds — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 24 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 Wick's Green
From Wick's Green the nearest practice is Page Dr in Ipswich, 9.7 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ipswich Dental Surgery (10.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Cathedral Dental (14.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Wick's Green list clear aligners, the nearest 10.2 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 Wick's Green are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ipswich Dental Surgery, 10.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wick's Green to Page Dr is roughly 20 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 250 to 500 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £225 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 250 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wick's Green
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Orthodontist in Wick's Green: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Wick's Green? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Suffolk and the surrounding area.
What local practice data suggests in Wick's Green
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wick's Green itself. The nearest recorded are Page Dr in Ipswich, about 10 miles away; Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 13 miles away; and M L B Dentista in Bury St Edmunds, about 14 miles away.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Forward Green, Middlewood Green, Saxham Street, Creeting St Peter, Cay Hill, and Little Stonham can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local snapshot of Wick's Green
The nearest other location we cover is Forward Green, under 1 km to the east.
The local picture in Wick's Green
Wick's Green — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Wick's Green skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 2,284 residents in the neighbourhood around Wick's Green, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Suffolk. Wick's Green has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Wick's Green are Stowupland High School (1.3 miles) and Stowmarket High School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wick's Green sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Wick's Green
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Wick's Green can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Wick's Green — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Wick's Green vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Wick's Green is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Wick's Green. Census data puts only 13.7% of Wick's Green's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 2,284 residents in the neighbourhood around Wick's Green, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Suffolk. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Wick's Green; the nearest is about 10 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Wick's Green are Stowupland High School (1.3 miles) and Stowmarket High School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wick's Green's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wick's Green itself. The nearest recorded are Page Dr in Ipswich, about 10 miles away; Martlesham Heath Dental Practice in Kesgrave, about 13 miles away; and M L B Dentista in Bury St Edmunds, about 14 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wick's Green
Starting orthodontic treatment in Wick's Green can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wick's Green
Practices serving Wick's Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Wick's Green — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.7% of Wick's Green's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Wick's Green, 6.6% of the 2,284 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Suffolk, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Wick's Green; the nearest is about 10 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Wick's Green attend schools such as Stowupland High School (1.3 miles) and Stowmarket High School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wick's Green's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wick's Green. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wick's Green
These local links are here for anyone comparing Wick's Green, Suffolk against nearby alternatives. Nearby pages covering Forward Green, Middlewood Green, Saxham Street, Creeting St Peter, Cay Hill, and Little Stonham may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wick's Green
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wick's Green often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wick's Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wick's Green is Page Dr in Ipswich, about 9.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Ipswich Dental Specialists (10.2 miles) and Ipswich Dental Surgery (10.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wick's Green?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wick's Green, 1 practice within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ipswich, 9.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wick's Green?
The nearest practice to Wick's Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ipswich Dental Surgery, about 10.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ipswich Orthodontics (10.3 miles) and Orthoactive (10.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wick's Green, Suffolk?
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 Wick's Green, Suffolk?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.