Orthodontic practices near BH16
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of BH16, 23 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 2.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 3.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (550 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental SurgeryCanford Heath | 3.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Park Dental PracticePoole | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BH16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Poole, 2.0 miles south-east; the next are Broadstone (2.8 miles east) and Canford Heath (3.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Poole | 5 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 2.8 miles east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 3.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BH16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth on the Heath in Poole (4.9 from 550 reviews), 3.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 4.9 (550 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Park Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 4.9 (237 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BH16
BH16 is 2 miles from Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (2.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around BH16 list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BH16 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, 2.8 miles away.
BH16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,532 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 315 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lytchett Minster School — 0.5 miles The Cornerstone Academy — 2.6 miles Parkstone Grammar School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,780 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hamworthy Dental Practice, Poole — 2 miles Poole Orthodontics UK, Broadstone — 3 miles Octagon Dental Surgery, Canford Heath — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 34 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BH18, BH15, BH17, BH21, BH14, BH20, BH12, BH11 |
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 BH16
Most BH16 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 BH16 is Beacon Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BH16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BH16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BH16 is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 2.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Poole Orthodontics UK (2.8 miles) and POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BH16?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of BH16, 23 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BH16?
The nearest practice to BH16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, about 2.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dorset Dental Clinic (3.3 miles) and Dorset Dental Implants (3.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the BH16 postcode district?
Places in or next to BH16 include Beacon Hill, Lytchett Minster, Post Green, East Holton, Hill View, Holton Heath, Lytchett Matravers and Corfe Mullen.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BH16 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Beacon Hill, Dorset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near BH16?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.