Orthodontic practices near BH12
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of BH12, 29 practices within 10 and 29 practices within 20. The closest is Penn Hill Dental in Parkstone, 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 1.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Parkstone Dental PracticePoole | 1.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| White Align DentalParkstone | 1.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (39 reviews) |
| Westbourne Dental SurgeryBournemouth | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (73 reviews) |
| Only OrthodonticsBournemouth | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (150 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental SurgeryCanford Heath | 1.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BH12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Parkstone, 1.0 miles south; the next are Poole (1.0 miles south) and Bournemouth (1.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Parkstone | 2 | 1.0 miles south |
| Poole | 2 | 1.0 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 3 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BH12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Penn Hill Dental in Parkstone (5.0 from 168 reviews), 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
| The Parkstone Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 4.8 (274 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 4.8 (210 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BH12
BH12 is 1 miles from Penn Hill Dental in Parkstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 29.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Penn Hill Dental (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 8 of the practices around BH12 list clear aligners, the nearest 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 BH12 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, 1.1 miles away.
BH12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,072 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,663 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Aldhelm's Academy — 0.4 miles St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole — 1.6 miles Winton Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 12,068 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 111 schools, 54,556 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Penn Hill Dental, Parkstone — 1 miles The Parkstone Dental Practice, Poole — 1 miles Wallisdown Dental Practice, Bournemouth — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 29 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BH14, BH11, BH13, BH4, BH10, BH3, BH2, BH17 |
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.
Teeth straightening near BH12
People searching from BH12 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BH12 is Branksome.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BH12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BH12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BH12 is Penn Hill Dental in Parkstone, about 1.0 miles to the south. The next closest are The Parkstone Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and Wallisdown Dental Practice (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BH12?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of BH12, 29 practices within 10 miles and 29 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BH12?
The nearest practice to BH12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, about 1.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Seaview Dental Practice (1.1 miles) and Westbourne Dental Surgery (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BH12 postcode district?
Places in or next to BH12 include Branksome, Parkstone, Wallisdown, Ashley Cross, Bearwood, Kinson, Canford Cliffs and Oakdale.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BH12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Branksome, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BH12?
Yes, patients around Branksome, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.