Orthodontic practices near RG6
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of RG6, 33 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Beech Lane Dental Care in Reading, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Lane Dental CareReading | 0.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (184 reviews) |
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 0.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (389 reviews) |
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| Dental VisionLower Earley | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental CareLower Earley | 0.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (624 reviews) |
| The Gallery Dental Centre of ExcellenceLower Earley | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (443 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTDReading | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery & OrthodonticsReading | 1.5 miles north-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 RG6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Reading, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Lower Earley (0.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 4 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Lower Earley | 4 | 0.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of RG6
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), 0.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earley Dental PracticeReading | 5.0 (389 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-west |
| The Haven Dental PracticeLower Earley | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Dental VisionLower Earley | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental CareLower Earley | 4.9 (624 reviews) | 0.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from RG6
The nearest practice to RG6 is Beech Lane Dental Care in 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 33 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Earley Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around RG6 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 RG6 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Earley Dental Practice in Reading, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
RG6 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 | 7.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,935 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 23.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,430 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Maiden Erlegh School — 0.1 miles UTC Reading — 0.9 miles Maiden Erlegh School in Reading — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 10,854 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 34,306 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Beech Lane Dental Care, Reading — under a mile The Haven Dental Practice, Lower Earley — under a mile Beechcroft Dental Practice, Wokingham — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 123 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | RG2, RG5, RG1, RG4, RG41, RG10, RG30, RG40 |
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 RG6
People searching from RG6 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 RG6 is The Parade.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RG6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RG6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RG6 is Beech Lane Dental Care in Reading, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Earley Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and The Haven Dental Practice (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RG6?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of RG6, 33 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RG6?
The nearest practice to RG6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Earley Dental Practice in Reading, about 0.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include The Gallery Dental Centre of Excellence (0.9 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTD (1.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the RG6 postcode district?
Places in or next to RG6 include The Parade, Earley, Lower Earley, The Mount, Shinfield, Whitley Wood, Sonning and Arborfield.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RG6 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around The Parade, Wokingham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near RG6?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.