Orthodontic practices near OX26
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of OX26, 10 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, 0.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester Dental Care & Implant CentreBicester | 0.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (68 reviews) |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 0.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BicesterBicester | 0.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Market Square DentalBicester | 1.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (710 reviews) |
| Heyford Smiles Dental ClinicUpper Heyford | 4.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (296 reviews) |
| Smile With UsKidlington | 7.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OX26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bicester, 0.1 miles south-east; the next are Upper Heyford (4.6 miles north-west) and Kidlington (7.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bicester | 4 | 0.1 miles south-east |
| Upper Heyford | 1 | 4.6 miles north-west |
| Kidlington | 3 | 7.9 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 OX26
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic in Upper Heyford (5.0 from 296 reviews), 4.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heyford Smiles Dental ClinicUpper Heyford | 5.0 (296 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-west |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) | 0.2 miles south-east |
| Market Square DentalBicester | 4.9 (710 reviews) | 1.2 miles south |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 4.9 (404 reviews) | 7.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OX26
The nearest practice to OX26 is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic (4.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around OX26 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around OX26 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, under a mile away.
OX26 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cherwell |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,976 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 35.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,719 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Bicester School — 0.2 miles The Cooper School — 0.7 miles Whitelands Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,859 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, Bicester — under a mile Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic, Upper Heyford — 5 miles Smile With Us, Kidlington — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 63 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OX27, OX25, NN13, OX33, OX5, OX3, OX4, OX2 |
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 OX26 area
People searching from OX26 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for OX26 is King's End.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OX26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OX26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OX26 is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, about 0.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Greytown Dental Practice Ltd (0.2 miles) and Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OX26?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of OX26, 10 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OX26?
The nearest practice to OX26 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bicester Dental Care & Implant Centre, about 0.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Greytown Dental Practice Ltd (0.2 miles) and Portman Smile Clinic Bicester (0.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the OX26 postcode district?
Places in or next to OX26 include King's End, Bicester, Bure Park, Woodfield, Bicester Village, Greenwood, Caversfield and Launton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OX26 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for King's End, Oxfordshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near OX26?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.