Orthodontic practices near RG5
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of RG5, 39 practices within 10 and 130 practices within 20. The closest is The Haven Dental Practice in Lower Earley, 1.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| Dental VisionLower Earley | 1.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental CareLower Earley | 1.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (624 reviews) |
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (389 reviews) |
| The Gallery Dental Centre of ExcellenceLower Earley | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (443 reviews) |
| Beech Lane Dental CareReading | 1.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (184 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTDReading | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery & OrthodonticsReading | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to RG5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lower Earley, 1.1 miles south-west; the next are Reading (1.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Earley | 4 | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Reading | 4 | 1.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of RG5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Earley Dental Practice in Reading (5.0 from 389 reviews), 1.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (389 reviews) | 1.6 miles west |
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Dental VisionLower Earley | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental CareLower Earley | 4.9 (624 reviews) | 1.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from RG5
The nearest practice to RG5 is The Haven Dental Practice in Lower Earley, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 130.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Earley Dental Practice (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around RG5 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 RG5 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Earley Dental Practice in Reading, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 34 miles away.
RG5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wokingham |
| 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 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,454 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,784 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Bulmershe School — 0.8 miles Waingels — 1.0 miles Maiden Erlegh School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 13,264 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 34,306 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Haven Dental Practice, Lower Earley — 1 miles Earley Dental Practice, Reading — 2 miles Beechcroft Dental Practice, Wokingham — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 130 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | RG6, RG41, RG10, RG2, RG1, RG4, RG40, RG9 |
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 RG5 area
People searching from RG5 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 RG5 is Sonning.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RG5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RG5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RG5 is The Haven Dental Practice in Lower Earley, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Dental Vision (1.2 miles) and Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental Care (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RG5?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of RG5, 39 practices within 10 miles and 130 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RG5?
The nearest practice to RG5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Earley Dental Practice in Reading, about 1.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include The Gallery Dental Centre of Excellence (1.7 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTD (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the RG5 postcode district?
Places in or next to RG5 include Sonning, Earley, Winnersh, Charvil, Lower Earley, Merryhill Green, The Parade and Sindlesham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RG5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Sonning, Wokingham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near RG5?
Yes, patients around Sonning, Wokingham can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.