Orthodontic practices near HP18
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of HP18, 14 practices within 10 and 86 practices within 20. The closest is Thame Orthodontics, 5.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (56 reviews) |
| Fairford Leys Smile CentreAylesbury | 5.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (478 reviews) |
| EASTGATE ORTHODONTICS LTDAylesbury | 5.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Aylesbury Dental Health CentreAylesbury | 6.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (122 reviews) |
| Temple Square DentalAylesbury | 6.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (296 reviews) |
| Smiles Better OrthodonticsAylesbury | 6.6 miles east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Belur Orthodontics AylesburyAylesbury | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (439 reviews) |
| The Cambridge Street Dental PracticeAylesbury | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (320 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to HP18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thame, 5.0 miles south; the next are Aylesbury (5.5 miles east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of HP18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fairford Leys Smile Centre in Aylesbury (5.0 from 478 reviews), 5.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairford Leys Smile CentreAylesbury | 5.0 (478 reviews) | 5.5 miles east |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 5.0 miles south |
| Belur Orthodontics AylesburyAylesbury | 4.9 (439 reviews) | 6.7 miles east |
| Temple Square DentalAylesbury | 4.8 (296 reviews) | 6.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from HP18
The nearest practice to HP18 is Thame Orthodontics, 5 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 86.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Belur Orthodontics Aylesbury (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around HP18 list clear aligners, the nearest 5 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around HP18 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Thame Orthodontics, 5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from HP18 to Thame Orthodontics is roughly 10 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
HP18 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,304 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 28.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Waddesdon Church of England School — 2.5 miles The Aylesbury Vale Academy — 5.0 miles Lord Williams's School — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,012 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 270 schools, 98,299 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Thame Orthodontics, Thame — 5 miles Fairford Leys Smile Centre, Aylesbury — 6 miles Market Square Dental, Bicester — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 86 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OX9, HP17, OX39, HP19, MK18, HP20, HP21, 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.
Braces and aligners in the HP18 area
Patients in the HP18 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for HP18 is Ashendon.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near HP18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to HP18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to HP18 is Thame Orthodontics, about 5.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.5 miles) and EASTGATE ORTHODONTICS LTD (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near HP18?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of HP18, 14 practices within 10 miles and 86 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near HP18?
The nearest practice to HP18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Thame Orthodontics, about 5.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Fairford Leys Smile Centre (5.5 miles) and EASTGATE ORTHODONTICS LTD (5.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the HP18 postcode district?
Places in or next to HP18 include Ashendon, Upper Pollicott, Lower Pollicott, Chearsley, Lower Winchendon, Wotton Underwood, Chilton and Upper Winchendon.
How do I find an orthodontist near the HP18 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ashendon, Buckinghamshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near HP18 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.