Orthodontic practices near RG28
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of RG28; 7 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is New Street Dental Care in Andover, 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 6.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (635 reviews) |
| Andover Dental PracticeAndover | 6.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (759 reviews) |
| Andover Advanced Dental CentreAndover | 7.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (414 reviews) |
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 7.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| Smile CircleAndover | 7.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Basingstoke OrthodonticsBasingstoke | 8.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (35 reviews) |
| Hampshire Dental CareMonk Sherborne | 9.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (66 reviews) |
| Denise Taylor OrthodonticsStockbridge | 10.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (32 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to RG28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Andover, 6.1 miles west; the next are Basingstoke (8.5 miles east) and Monk Sherborne (9.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Andover | 5 | 6.1 miles west |
| Basingstoke | 1 | 8.5 miles east |
| Monk Sherborne | 1 | 9.9 miles east |
| Stockbridge | 1 | 10.8 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 RG28
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 6.1 miles west |
| Andover Dental PracticeAndover | 4.9 (759 reviews) | 6.9 miles west |
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 4.9 (444 reviews) | 7.4 miles west |
| Andover Advanced Dental CentreAndover | 4.9 (414 reviews) | 7.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from RG28
From RG28 the nearest practice is New Street Dental Care in Andover, 6.1 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Andover Dental Practice (6.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Circle (7.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around RG28 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 RG28 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is New Street Dental Care in Andover, 6.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from RG28 to New Street Dental Care is roughly 15 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
RG28 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Basingstoke and Deane |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,900 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 32.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 127 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Testbourne Community School — 0.6 miles Lift Winton — 5.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 949 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | New Street Dental Care, Andover — 6 miles Basingstoke Orthodontics, Basingstoke — 8 miles Hampshire Dental Care, Monk Sherborne — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 43 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SP10, SO21, RG14, SO22, SO23, RG20, SO25, RG25 |
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.
Teeth straightening near RG28
Patients in the RG28 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 RG28 is Tufton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RG28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RG28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RG28 is New Street Dental Care in Andover, about 6.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Andover Dental Practice (6.9 miles) and Andover Advanced Dental Centre (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RG28?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of RG28, 7 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Andover, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RG28?
The nearest practice to RG28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is New Street Dental Care in Andover, about 6.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dental Concepts (7.4 miles) and Hampshire Dental Care (9.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the RG28 postcode district?
Places in or next to RG28 include Tufton, Cole Henley, Freefolk, Hurstbourne Priors, Laverstoke, Litchfield, Egbury and Longparish.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RG28 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Tufton, Hampshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near RG28?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.