Retainers in Wickham at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham — 2.8 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | VIDA Dentistry, Fareham — 3.3 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of 1,609 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 5 within 5 miles, 37 within 10, 72 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 16.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 286 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Wickham listing retainers
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Wickham, 37 practices within 10 and 72 practices within 20. The closest is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 2.8 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is Angus Pringle Orthodontics, 2.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 7.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Belgrave House Dental PracticeWaterlooville | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| OMUOwslebury | 8.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (48 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 9.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 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 Wickham with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Fareham, 2.8 miles south; the next are Waterlooville (7.1 miles east) and Lee-on-the-Solent (7.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 1 | 2.8 miles south |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 7.1 miles east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 7.2 miles south |
| Owslebury | 1 | 8.1 miles north-west |
| Portsmouth | 1 | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Southampton | 2 | 9.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wickham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham (5.0 from 48 reviews), 2.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 2.8 miles south |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 7.2 miles south |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 4.9 (293 reviews) | 9.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Wickham
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham (2.8 miles) | Southsea Orthodontics (7.1 miles); David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (7.2 miles) | 8 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | VIDA Dentistry, Fareham (3.3 miles) | Smilemakers (5.8 miles); Octagon Dental Centre (7.1 miles) | 10 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice, Portsmouth (9.2 miles) | Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (9.2 miles); Hampshire Dentists (9.4 miles) | 3 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Practices across Wickham usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Wickham?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Wickham now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Looking After Retainers in Wickham
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Wickham can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Wickham
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Wickham. Wickham — larger rural: 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. 18.6% of Wickham's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Wickham, 7.8% of the 1,609 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Wickham has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. Families in Wickham are served by secondary schools including Swanmore College (2.8 miles) and The Henry Cort Community College (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Wickham sits close to the England average for deprivation. See local practice availability in Wickham → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Wickham typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Wickham can usually provide replacement retainers.
After Your Braces Come Off in Wickham
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Wickham is a milestone — but not the end of the process. How diligently you wear retainers is what separates a lasting result from gradual relapse. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Aftercare Services in Wickham
Provision in Wickham varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By ONS classification, Wickham falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Wickham sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.6% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 1,609 residents in Wickham's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Wickham has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Families in Wickham are served by secondary schools including Swanmore College (2.8 miles) and The Henry Cort Community College (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Wickham close to the England median. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Wickham
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wickham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wickham is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 2.8 miles to the south. The next closest are VIDA Dentistry (3.3 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wickham?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Wickham, 37 practices within 10 miles and 72 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Wickham?
The nearest practice to Wickham that lists retainers is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 2.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Southsea Orthodontics (7.1 miles) and David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (7.2 miles).
Is Wickham a family area?
Around 18.6% of Wickham's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What is the population of Wickham?
Around 2,060 people live in Wickham.
How deprived is Wickham compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Wickham is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which NHS body covers Wickham for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Wickham falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Replacement Essix retainers typically cost £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers may cost £150–£250 and last longer. Fixed retainer repair (rebonding a wire) typically costs £50–£150. Costs vary by practice — contact your treating orthodontist or a local practice for a quote.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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