Orthodontic practices near HP16
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of HP16, 26 practices within 10 and 143 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Design Dental PracticeWendover | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Octagon OrthodonticsHigh Wycombe | 5.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (106 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Specialist- Prevention Focused Center of ExcellenceAmersham | 5.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (145 reviews) |
| Wycombe Dental CentreHigh Wycombe | 5.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (245 reviews) |
| Wycombe Dental HubHigh Wycombe | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (732 reviews) |
| HW Dental CentreHigh Wycombe | 5.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (143 reviews) |
| Making Smiles AmershamHigh Wycombe | 5.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (121 reviews) |
| WYCOMBE DENTAL CLINICHigh Wycombe | 5.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (655 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to HP16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wendover, 4.2 miles north; the next are High Wycombe (5.0 miles south) and Amersham (5.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wendover | 1 | 4.2 miles north |
| High Wycombe | 6 | 5.0 miles south |
| Amersham | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of HP16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover (5.0 from 158 reviews), 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Design Dental PracticeWendover | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| Wycombe Dental HubHigh Wycombe | 4.9 (732 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
| Wycombe Dental CentreHigh Wycombe | 4.9 (245 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
| The Orthodontic Specialist- Prevention Focused Center of ExcellenceAmersham | 4.9 (145 reviews) | 5.1 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 HP16
HP16 is 4.2 miles from Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 143.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Making Smiles Amersham (5.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Design Dental Practice (4.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around HP16 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around HP16 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, 4.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 28 miles away.
HP16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Buckinghamshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,035 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 | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 424 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Misbourne School — 0.7 miles Holmer Green Senior School — 2.6 miles Sir William Ramsay School — 3.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,359 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 270 schools, 98,299 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Design Dental Practice, Wendover — 4 miles Octagon Orthodontics, High Wycombe — 5 miles The Orthodontic Specialist- Prevention Focused Center of Excellence, Amersham — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 143 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HP15, HP13, HP11, HP10, HP12, HP23, HP5, HP27 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in HP16
Most HP16 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 HP16 is Great Missenden.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near HP16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to HP16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to HP16 is Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, about 4.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Octagon Orthodontics (5.0 miles) and The Orthodontic Specialist- Prevention Focused Center of Excellence (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near HP16?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of HP16, 26 practices within 10 miles and 143 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near HP16?
The nearest practice to HP16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Design Dental Practice in Wendover, about 4.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Wycombe Dental Hub (5.1 miles) and Making Smiles Amersham (5.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the HP16 postcode district?
Places in or next to HP16 include Great Missenden, Prestwood, Little Kingshill, South Heath, Stony Green, Great Kingshill, Hunt's Green and Wendover Dean.
How do I find an orthodontist near the HP16 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
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.