Orthodontic practices near OX12
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of OX12, 11 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is Your New Smile Harwell, 5.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 5.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (40 reviews) |
| Ock Street ClinicAbingdon | 7.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (146 reviews) |
| Bath Street Dental PracticeAbingdon | 7.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 8.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 8.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 8.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Busby House Dental CentreDidcot | 8.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (929 reviews) |
| Ladygrove Dental PracticeDidcot | 8.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (151 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OX12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Harwell, 5.0 miles east; the next are Abingdon (7.8 miles north-east) and Didcot (8.1 miles east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of OX12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon (5.0 from 253 reviews), 8.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 5.0 (40 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 8.1 miles east |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.9 (373 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OX12
From OX12 the nearest practice is Your New Smile Harwell, 5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Precinct Dental Practice (8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bath Street Dental Practice (7.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around OX12 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around OX12 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, 8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from OX12 to Your New Smile Harwell 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 12.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
OX12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of White Horse |
| 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,821 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,538 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Alfred's — 0.7 miles St Johns CofE Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,035 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Your New Smile Harwell, Harwell — 5 miles Ock Street Clinic, Abingdon — 8 miles Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, Didcot — 8 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 | 11 within 10 miles, 58 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OX13, SN7, OX14, RG17, OX11, OX29, OX28, RG20 |
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.
Orthodontic research around OX12
Most OX12 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 OX12 is Wantage.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OX12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OX12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OX12 is Your New Smile Harwell, about 5.0 miles to the east. The next closest are Ock Street Clinic (7.8 miles) and Bath Street Dental Practice (7.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OX12?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of OX12, 11 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OX12?
The nearest practice to OX12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, about 8.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (8.1 miles) and Busby House Dental Centre (8.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the OX12 postcode district?
Places in or next to OX12 include Wantage, Grove, Grove Wick, East Challow, Letcombe Regis, Denchworth, Lockinge and West Hanney.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OX12 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Wantage, Oxfordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near OX12 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.