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Find Orthodontic Options Around BN42

The BN42 postcode area covers patients researching orthodontic treatment around Portslade, Brighton and Hove. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. Starting remotely helps you shortlist the right kind of provider first.

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Orthodontic practices near BN42

On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of BN42, 30 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, 1.7 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Kingsend Dental : RuislipShoreham-by-Sea1.7 miles west✓–✓4.7 (667 reviews)
TwentyOneDentalBrighton2.4 miles east✓✓✓4.7 (386 reviews)
Splash OrthodonticsBrighton2.5 miles east✓✓✓4.9 (649 reviews)
Concordia Dental Healthcare - HoveHove3.1 miles east––✓4.9 (83 reviews)
Hove Dental ClinicHove3.2 miles east––✓4.7 (130 reviews)
The Implant Centre - Brighton & Hove BranchBrighton3.3 miles east–✓✓4.8 (274 reviews)
SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - BrightonBrighton3.4 miles east–––4.8 (49 reviews)
The Town House Dental PracticeHove3.4 miles east✓✓✓4.8 (169 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to BN42 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shoreham-by-Sea, 1.7 miles west; the next are Brighton (2.4 miles east) and Hove (3.1 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Shoreham-by-Sea11.7 miles west
Brighton42.4 miles east
Hove33.1 miles east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BN42

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), 2.5 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Splash OrthodonticsBrighton4.9 (649 reviews)2.5 miles east
Concordia Dental Healthcare - HoveHove4.9 (83 reviews)3.1 miles east
The Implant Centre - Brighton & Hove BranchBrighton4.8 (274 reviews)3.3 miles east
The Town House Dental PracticeHove4.8 (169 reviews)3.4 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from BN42

BN42 is 1.7 miles from Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 55.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: TwentyOneDental (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Kingsend Dental : Ruislip (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BN42 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BN42 are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, 1.7 miles away.

BN42 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBrighton and Hove
NHS dental servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1617.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents9,124 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 31.4% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,771 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest secondary schoolsShoreham Academy — 0.6 miles
Portslade Aldridge Community Academy — 1.0 miles
King's School — 2.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles5 schools, about 6,157 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area77 schools, 33,623 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesKingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea — 2 miles
TwentyOneDental, Brighton — 2 miles
Concordia Dental Healthcare - Hove, Hove — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles30 within 10 miles, 55 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsBN41, BN43, BN3, BN52, BN45, BN15, BN50, BN1

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 BN42 area

A typical orthodontic search around BN42 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.

The nearest town page for BN42 is Portslade.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BN42

Where is the nearest orthodontist to BN42?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BN42 is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, about 1.7 miles to the west. The next closest are TwentyOneDental (2.4 miles) and Splash Orthodontics (2.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near BN42?

Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of BN42, 30 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near BN42?

The nearest practice to BN42 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, about 1.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include TwentyOneDental (2.4 miles) and Splash Orthodontics (2.5 miles).

Which places are in or near the BN42 postcode district?

Places in or next to BN42 include Portslade, Southern Cross, Portslade-by-Sea, Kingston by Sea, Shoreham Beach, Shoreham-by-Sea, Aldrington and West Blatchington.

How do I find an orthodontist near the BN42 postcode area?

Look first at the linked location pages for Portslade, Brighton and Hove, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.

What affects orthodontic cost near BN42?

Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).

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.

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