Orthodontic practices near Worthing
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Worthing, 20 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Worthing Dental Practice, 0.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worthing Dental PracticeWorthing | 0.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (128 reviews) |
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental CentreWorthing | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (143 reviews) |
| Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic DentistryWorthing | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 (24 reviews) |
| Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branchWorthing | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (166 reviews) |
| Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology)Worthing | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (6 reviews) |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (144 reviews) |
| Marine Dental PracticeWorthing | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (41 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Worthing with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Worthing, 0.3 miles east; the next are Shoreham-by-Sea (4.7 miles east) and Littlehampton (5.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worthing | 8 | 0.3 miles east |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 4.7 miles east |
| Littlehampton | 3 | 5.2 miles west |
| Brighton | 11 | 8.7 miles east |
| Hove | 4 | 9.4 miles east |
| Bognor Regis | 2 | 11.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Worthing
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton (4.9 from 649 reviews), 8.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 8.9 miles east |
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 4.9 (385 reviews) | 10.3 miles east |
| Newholme Dental PracticeBognor Regis | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 11.1 miles west |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 4.9 (144 reviews) | 0.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Worthing at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Worthing |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 99,110 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,582 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 37.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,462 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within West Sussex | 11th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Worthing High School — 0.2 miles Bohunt School Worthing — 0.4 miles St Andrew's CofE High School — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 8,207 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 8 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BN11 |
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 Worthing
The nearest practice to Worthing is Worthing Dental Practice, 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Kingsend Dental : Ruislip (4.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Worthing list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Worthing are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Worthing Dental Practice, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Worthing
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Orthodontist in Worthing: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Worthing, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in West Sussex. Worthing — a large town with a population of around 99,110 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Worthing
ONS classifies Worthing as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Worthing. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,582 residents in Worthing's census neighbourhood, close to the 7% average across West Sussex. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Worthing is better served than 72% of towns in England. Families in Worthing are served by secondary schools including Worthing High School (0.2 miles) and Bohunt School Worthing (0.4 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Worthing close to the England median.
What we know about practices near Worthing
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 8 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Worthing or nearby searches; 5 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 3 mention fixed braces; 4 include NHS signals and 9 include private treatment signals; 5 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 2, wheelchair access from 4, and evening or weekend availability from 5. Nearby practice records include Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branch, Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry, Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Msc (Implantology), Marine Dental Practice, and Strand Dental Worthing. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as Brighton, Littlehampton, and Chichester.
Where Worthing sits locally
Worthing has a population of around 99,110, making it a large town within West Sussex. Broadwater is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Worthing.
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Nearby location pages including Broadwater, Tarring, West Worthing, Salvington, East Worthing, and Sompting Abbotts can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Worthing
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Worthing helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively. People from Broadwater, Tarring and West Worthing regularly visit orthodontists in Worthing.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Worthing
Every case in Worthing follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Worthing
Patients in Worthing have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Broadwater, Tarring and West Worthing regularly visit orthodontists in Worthing.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Worthing
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 Worthing. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Worthing
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Worthing, West Sussex. This page links onward to Broadwater, Tarring, West Worthing, Salvington, East Worthing, and Sompting Abbotts for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Worthing
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Worthing often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Worthing?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Worthing is Worthing Dental Practice, about 0.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Tarring Dental - Worthing (0.5 miles) and Worthing Dental Centre (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Worthing?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Worthing, 20 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Worthing?
The nearest practice to Worthing that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Worthing Dental Practice, about 0.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Tarring Dental - Worthing (0.5 miles) and Worthing Dental Centre (0.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Worthing, West Sussex?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Worthing, West Sussex?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.