Orthodontic practices near PO12
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of PO12, 27 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is Stoke Road Dental Practice in Gosport, 0.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Road Dental PracticeGosport | 0.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (107 reviews) |
| Twenty Dental CareGosport | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (151 reviews) |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 0.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
| Cathedral Dental PracticeOld Portsmouth | 1.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (6 reviews) |
| Hampshire Terrace Dental CarePortsmouth | 2.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (532 reviews) |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 2.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Lighthouse Dental Practice LtdPortsmouth | 2.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (589 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 2.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (868 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PO12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gosport, 0.4 miles south-east; the next are Old Portsmouth (1.8 miles east) and Portsmouth (2.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gosport | 3 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Old Portsmouth | 1 | 1.8 miles east |
| Portsmouth | 3 | 2.0 miles east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 2.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PO12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent (5.0 from 36 reviews), 2.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 2.6 miles east |
| Lighthouse Dental Practice LtdPortsmouth | 4.9 (589 reviews) | 2.5 miles east |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 4.9 (147 reviews) | 0.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PO12
The nearest practice to PO12 is Stoke Road Dental Practice in Gosport, 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 27 practices, and within 20 there are 67.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice (2.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around PO12 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 PO12 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Twenty Dental Care in Gosport, under a mile away.
PO12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gosport |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 22.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,710 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 | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,593 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | King's Academy Brune Park — 1.1 miles King's Academy Bay House — 1.2 miles Ark Charter Academy — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 8,538 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Stoke Road Dental Practice, Gosport — under a mile Cathedral Dental Practice, Old Portsmouth — 2 miles Hampshire Terrace Dental Care, Portsmouth — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 67 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PO13, PO1, PO16, PO5, PO2, PO4, PO33, PO3 |
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 PO12
Patients in the PO12 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for PO12 is Camdentown.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PO12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PO12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PO12 is Stoke Road Dental Practice in Gosport, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Twenty Dental Care (0.5 miles) and Millennium Dental Clinic (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PO12?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of PO12, 27 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PO12?
The nearest practice to PO12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Twenty Dental Care in Gosport, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the PO12 postcode district?
Places in or next to PO12 include Camdentown, Brockhurst, Alverstoke, Gosport, Bedenham, Rowner, Portsea and Old Portsmouth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PO12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Camdentown, Hampshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.