Orthodontic practices near Woolston
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Woolston, 29 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, 0.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 1.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 2.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 2.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 2.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE LSouthampton | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 2.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Woolston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southampton, 0.8 miles north-west; the next are Portswood (2.3 miles north-west) and Bursledon (2.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 10 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Portswood | 3 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Bursledon | 1 | 2.5 miles east |
| Totton | 1 | 5.0 miles west |
| Eastleigh | 4 | 5.6 miles north |
| North Baddesley | 2 | 6.7 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Woolston
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), 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 9.2 miles east |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 10.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Woolston at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Southampton |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 13,852 |
| Residents under 16 | 20.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,598 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 43.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,354 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Southampton | 24th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Southampton |
| Nearest secondary schools | Weston Secondary School — 1.1 miles Oasis Academy Sholing — 1.4 miles Oasis Academy Mayfield — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 10,547 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 35,292 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ferry Dental Centre, Southampton — under a mile Specialist Endodontic Centre, Portswood — 2 miles Smilemakers, Bursledon — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 62 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Damira Dental Studios — under a mile |
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 Woolston
The nearest practice to Woolston is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 62.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampshire Dentists (2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (9.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Woolston list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 Woolston are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Woolston
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Orthodontist in Woolston: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Woolston? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Southampton and the surrounding area. Woolston — a market town with a population of around 13,852 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Woolston
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Woolston itself. The closest on record are Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, under a mile away; Specialist Endodontic Centre in Portswood, about 2 miles away; and Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 2 miles away.
Area profile for Woolston
ONS classifies Woolston as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Woolston falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Woolston's under-16 share sits at 20.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Woolston, 7.5% of the 1,598 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Southampton, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Woolston has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Woolston are Weston Secondary School (1.1 miles) and Oasis Academy Sholing (1.4 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Woolston's Local Authority has 83 schools educating 35,292 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Woolston sits among the more deprived areas of England.
Continue your local research
Nearby location pages including Itchen, Ocean Village, Peartree Green, Southampton, Bedford Place, and Bitterne can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local snapshot of Woolston
Around 13,852 people live in Woolston, which is a market town within Southampton. Just around 1 km north-east, Itchen is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Woolston
Patients in Woolston have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Woolston
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Woolston — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Woolston
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Woolston follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Woolston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Woolston
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Woolston, Southampton. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Itchen, Ocean Village, Peartree Green, Southampton, Bedford Place, and Bitterne.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Woolston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woolston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woolston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woolston is Ferry Dental Centre in Southampton, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Dentistry @ Oceana Boulevard (1.1 miles) and Portland Street Dental Care (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Woolston?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Woolston, 29 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woolston?
The nearest practice to Woolston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOUTHAMPTON ORTHODONTIC CENTRE L, about 2.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Specialist Endodontic Centre (2.3 miles) and Highfield Dental & Facial Clinic (3.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woolston, Southampton?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Woolston, Southampton?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.