Orthodontic practices near BH31
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of BH31, 6 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, 4.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 9.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (758 reviews) |
| New Leaf DentalBournemouth | 9.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (73 reviews) |
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 9.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 9.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dorset OrthodonticsBournemouth | 10.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 10.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (550 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BH31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ringwood, 4.1 miles south-east; the next are Bournemouth (9.1 miles south) and Broadstone (9.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Bournemouth | 4 | 9.1 miles south |
| Broadstone | 2 | 9.9 miles south-west |
| Poole | 1 | 10.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BH31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stories in Bournemouth (5.0 from 758 reviews), 9.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile StoriesBournemouth | 5.0 (758 reviews) | 9.4 miles south |
| The Straight Tooth CompanyRingwood | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 4.9 (550 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-west |
| New Leaf DentalBournemouth | 4.9 (73 reviews) | 9.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BH31
BH31 is 4.1 miles from The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Poole Orthodontics UK (9.9 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around BH31 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BH31 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, 9.1 miles away.
BH31 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,121 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 983 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Emmanuel Church of England Middle School — 0.5 miles Cranborne Middle School — 3.7 miles West Moors Middle School — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 434 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 | The Straight Tooth Company, Ringwood — 4 miles Wallisdown Dental Practice, Bournemouth — 9 miles Poole Orthodontics UK, Broadstone — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 40 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BH22, BH24, SP6, BH10, BH21, BH11, BH9, BH8 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the BH31 area
People searching from BH31 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BH31 is Verwood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BH31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BH31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BH31 is The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 4.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Wallisdown Dental Practice (9.1 miles) and Smile Stories (9.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BH31?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of BH31, 6 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BH31?
The nearest practice to BH31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, about 9.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include New Leaf Dental (9.6 miles) and POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (9.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the BH31 postcode district?
Places in or next to BH31 include Verwood, Crab Orchard, Dewlands Common, Ebblake, Three Legged Cross, Cripplestyle, Daggons and Woolsbridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BH31 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Verwood, Dorset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near BH31 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.