Orthodontic practices near BH13
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of BH13, 28 practices within 10 and 29 practices within 20. The closest is Dental on the Banks in Poole, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 0.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) |
| Only OrthodonticsBournemouth | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (150 reviews) |
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Parkstone Dental PracticePoole | 1.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Westbourne Dental SurgeryBournemouth | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (73 reviews) |
| Dental Centre Bournemouth (Diamond Invisalign Provider)Bournemouth | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (503 reviews) |
| White Align DentalParkstone | 1.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (39 reviews) |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BH13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Poole, 0.2 miles south; the next are Bournemouth (1.1 miles north-east) and Parkstone (1.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Poole | 3 | 0.2 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 3 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Parkstone | 2 | 1.1 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 BH13
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), 1.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 0.2 miles south |
| The Parkstone Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 4.8 (210 reviews) | 1.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BH13
The nearest practice to BH13 is Dental on the Banks in Poole, 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 28 practices, and within 20 there are 29.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Penn Hill Dental (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental on the Banks (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 8 of the practices around BH13 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BH13 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental on the Banks in Poole, under a mile away.
BH13 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 | 10.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,371 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,461 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Aldhelm's Academy — 2.4 miles Livingstone Academy Bournemouth — 2.5 miles St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,700 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 | Dental on the Banks, Poole — under a mile Only Orthodontics, Bournemouth — 1 miles Penn Hill Dental, Parkstone — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 29 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BH4, BH14, BH12, BH2, BH3, BH11, BH10, BH1 |
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 BH13
People searching from BH13 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BH13 is Canford Cliffs.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BH13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BH13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BH13 is Dental on the Banks in Poole, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Only Orthodontics (1.1 miles) and Penn Hill Dental (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BH13?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of BH13, 28 practices within 10 miles and 29 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BH13?
The nearest practice to BH13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental on the Banks in Poole, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Only Orthodontics (1.1 miles) and Westbourne Dental Surgery (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BH13 postcode district?
Places in or next to BH13 include Canford Cliffs, Branksome, Parkstone, Ashley Cross, Bournemouth, Wallisdown, Brownsea Island and Stanley Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BH13 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Canford Cliffs, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.