Orthodontic practices near RG31
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of RG31, 26 practices within 10 and 106 practices within 20. The closest is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane OrthodonticsCalcot | 0.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (259 reviews) |
| Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care)Calcot | 0.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (916 reviews) |
| U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic ClinicMapledurham | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Medicare Clinic - ReadingReading | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (1,324 reviews) |
| Markham Associates Dental SurgeonsReading | 2.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 3.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (263 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental CentreReading | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (89 reviews) |
| Reading SmilesReading | 3.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (734 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to RG31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Calcot, 0.1 miles south; the next are Mapledurham (1.1 miles north-east) and Reading (1.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Calcot | 2 | 0.1 miles south |
| Mapledurham | 1 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Reading | 5 | 1.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of RG31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Caversham Heights Dental Practice in Reading (5.0 from 263 reviews), 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caversham Heights Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (263 reviews) | 3.1 miles east |
| Reading SmilesReading | 4.9 (734 reviews) | 3.3 miles east |
| Park Lane OrthodonticsCalcot | 4.9 (259 reviews) | 0.1 miles south |
| U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic ClinicMapledurham | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 1.1 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 RG31
The nearest practice to RG31 is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, 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 26 practices, and within 20 there are 106.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care) (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around RG31 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 RG31 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, under a mile away.
RG31 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,148 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 30.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,709 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Little Heath School — 0.5 miles Denefield School — 1.1 miles King's Academy Prospect — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,199 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 72 schools, 26,939 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Park Lane Orthodontics, Calcot — under a mile U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Mapledurham — 1 miles Medicare Clinic - Reading, Reading — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 106 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | RG30, RG7, RG1, RG8, RG4, RG2, RG6, RG26 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in RG31
A typical orthodontic search around RG31 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for RG31 is Tilehurst.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RG31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RG31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RG31 is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Bespoke Dental (Formerly Gentle Dental Care) (0.1 miles) and U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RG31?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of RG31, 26 practices within 10 miles and 106 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RG31?
The nearest practice to RG31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Park Lane Orthodontics in Calcot, about 0.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include U'R Smile Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (1.1 miles) and Medicare Clinic - Reading (1.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the RG31 postcode district?
Places in or next to RG31 include Tilehurst, Calcot, Purley on Thames, Sulham, Mapledurham, Theale, Trash Green and Sheffield Bottom.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RG31 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Tilehurst, West Berkshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near RG31?
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.