Orthodontic practices near RH17
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of RH17, 32 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is The Gallery Dental Practice in Haywards Heath, 1.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gallery Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (61 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LTDHaywards Heath | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gresham Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 1.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Mary Yates OrthodonticsHaywards Heath | 1.6 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| dentalessence Haywards HeathHaywards Heath | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (563 reviews) |
| Dr Sami ButtHaywards Heath | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| S3 Dental Haywards HeathHaywards Heath | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (761 reviews) |
| The Perrymount ClinicHaywards Heath | 2.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (226 reviews) |
✓ 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 RH17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Perrymount Clinic in Haywards Heath (4.9 from 226 reviews), 2.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Perrymount ClinicHaywards Heath | 4.9 (226 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| S3 Dental Haywards HeathHaywards Heath | 4.8 (761 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
| dentalessence Haywards HeathHaywards Heath | 4.8 (563 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
| The Gallery Dental PracticeHaywards Heath | 4.8 (61 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from RH17
The nearest practice to RH17 is The Gallery Dental Practice in Haywards Heath, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 73.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Mary Yates Orthodontics (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Sami Butt (1.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 2 of the practices around RH17 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around RH17 are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LTD in Haywards Heath, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 33 miles away.
RH17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Sussex |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,639 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 163 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Warden Park Secondary Academy — 1.4 miles Oathall Community College — 1.6 miles St Paul's Catholic College — 4.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,882 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Gallery Dental Practice, Haywards Heath — 1 miles Elite dental studios, Burgess Hill — 4 miles Smilecare Dental Centre, Crawley — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 73 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | RH16, RH15, BN6, RH10, RH11, RH77, BN45, RH19 |
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 RH17
People searching from RH17 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 RH17 is South Nutfield.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near RH17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to RH17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to RH17 is The Gallery Dental Practice in Haywards Heath, about 1.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LTD (1.5 miles) and Gresham Dental Practice (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near RH17?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of RH17, 32 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near RH17?
The nearest practice to RH17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LTD in Haywards Heath, about 1.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include dentalessence Haywards Heath (1.8 miles) and Dr Sami Butt (1.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the RH17 postcode district?
Places in or next to RH17 include South Nutfield, Brook Street, Cuckfield, Whitemans Green, Haywards Heath, Franklands Village, Balcombe and Lindfield.
How do I find an orthodontist near the RH17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for South Nutfield, West Sussex, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near RH17?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.