Orthodontic practices near RG1
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of RG1, 29 practices within 10 and 114 practices within 20. The closest is Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, 0.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrick View Dental Practice - ReadingReading | 0.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (231 reviews) |
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 0.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (75 reviews) |
| Reading SmilesReading | 0.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (734 reviews) |
| Puresmile Reading Dental And ImplantsReading | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (245 reviews) |
| DrBK Clinic ReadingReading | 0.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery & OrthodonticsReading | 0.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Markham Associates Dental SurgeonsReading | 0.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTDReading | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of RG1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Toothpick Dental Staff Agency Ltd in Reading (5.0 from 75 reviews), 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toothpick Dental Staff Agency LtdReading | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Reading SmilesReading | 4.9 (734 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
| Kendrick View Dental Practice - ReadingReading | 4.9 (231 reviews) | 0.2 miles east |
| Markham Associates Dental SurgeonsReading | 4.8 (306 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from RG1
The nearest practice to RG1 is Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, 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 29 practices, and within 20 there are 114.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Puresmile Reading Dental And Implants (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Reading Smiles (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around RG1 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 RG1 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 37 miles away.
RG1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Reading |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 10.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,428 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 18.1% aged 16 to 24 and 53.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 52% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,839 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 9.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kendrick School — 0.2 miles Reading School — 0.7 miles River Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 13,210 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 72 schools, 26,939 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 13 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, Reading — under a mile The Haven Dental Practice, Lower Earley — 2 miles U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Mapledurham — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 114 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | RG4, RG2, RG6, RG30, RG5, RG31, RG9, RG41 |
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 RG1
Most RG1 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 RG1 is Reading.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RG1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RG1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RG1 is Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, about 0.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Toothpick Dental Staff Agency Ltd (0.3 miles) and Reading Smiles (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RG1?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of RG1, 29 practices within 10 miles and 114 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RG1?
The nearest practice to RG1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kendrick View Dental Practice - Reading, about 0.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Puresmile Reading Dental And Implants (0.3 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTD (0.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the RG1 postcode district?
Places in or next to RG1 include Reading, The Mount, Caversham, Lower Caversham, Hemdean Bottom, Southcote, Whitley Wood and Emmer Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RG1 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Reading, Reading, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near RG1?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.