Orthodontic practices near SO43
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of SO43, 17 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Bridgeways Dental in Totton, 4.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeways DentalTotton | 4.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (205 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 8.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 8.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 8.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 8.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 8.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (653 reviews) |
| ABBEY ORTHODONTICSRomsey | 8.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SO43 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totton, 4.8 miles north-east; the next are Southampton (6.8 miles east) and Portswood (8.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Totton | 1 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Southampton | 5 | 6.8 miles east |
| Portswood | 1 | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Romsey | 1 | 8.2 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 SO43
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton (5.0 from 82 reviews), 8.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 8.1 miles east |
| New Forest OrthodonticsSouthampton | 4.9 (653 reviews) | 8.2 miles east |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 8.2 miles east |
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 4.9 (205 reviews) | 6.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SO43
The nearest practice to SO43 is Bridgeways Dental in Totton, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 73.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 4 of the practices around SO43 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 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 SO43 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, 6.8 miles away.
SO43 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | New Forest |
| 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 | 14% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,336 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 52 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hounsdown School — 4.4 miles Testwood School — 5.0 miles Redbridge Community School — 5.9 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bridgeways Dental, Totton — 5 miles Oakley Road Dental Practice, Southampton — 7 miles Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd, Portswood — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 73 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SO42, SO40, SO41, SO51, BH25, SO16, SO15, SO52 |
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 SO43
Most SO43 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SO43 is Pikes Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SO43
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SO43?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SO43 is Bridgeways Dental in Totton, about 4.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Oakley Road Dental Practice (6.8 miles) and Portland Street Dental Care (8.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SO43?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of SO43, 17 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SO43?
The nearest practice to SO43 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oakley Road Dental Practice in Southampton, about 6.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Brighter Smile Dental Surgery Ltd (8.2 miles) and ABBEY ORTHODONTICS (8.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SO43 postcode district?
Places in or next to SO43 include Pikes Hill, Emery Down, London Minstead, Lyndhurst, Custards, Minstead, Allum Green and Gritnam.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SO43 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Pikes Hill, Hampshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near SO43?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.