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Specialist Orthodontics · Southampton

Creating your
signature smile.

Discreet, modern teeth straightening by specialist orthodontists — in the heart of Bedford Place. From Invisalign to fixed braces, your journey is designed around you.

A confident patient showing their straightened smile after orthodontic treatment at Southampton Orthodontic Centre
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20+ years Clinical experience
Our Practice

Specialist care,
considered from every angle.

Southampton Orthodontic Centre is a dedicated specialist practice on Bedford Place — focused entirely on the art and science of straightening teeth. We accept NHS patients by clinical referral, and welcome private patients looking for discreet, modern alternatives.

1998 Dr Sidhu's clinical training began at the Royal London Hospital
5/5 CQC inspection areas rated safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led
1st Floor A calm, dedicated orthodontic setting in Southampton's Bedford Place
100% Focused on orthodontics — it's all we do, every day
CQC
Care Quality Commission — No action required

Inspected February 2023 across all five key questions. Registered manager: Miss Bethany Jayne Pugh.

SAFE CARING EFFECTIVE
What We Do

Treatments
tailored to you.

Orthodontics isn't a side service here — it's the whole craft. We'll talk you through every option honestly, and only recommend treatment that genuinely suits your smile, your lifestyle and your timeline.

— 01

Discreet Aligners

Almost-invisible, removable aligners that fit around your daily life. A modern alternative to fixed braces for suitable cases — eat freely, brush normally, smile through treatment.

PRIVATE
— 02

Fixed & Ceramic Braces

Tried, tested and precise. Traditional metal or tooth-coloured ceramic brackets give us exceptional control for more complex alignment — often the fastest route to a finished result.

PRIVATE & NHS
— 03

Children's Orthodontics

NHS specialist treatment for under-18s by referral from your general dentist. We make the experience calm, positive and reassuring — for children and parents alike.

NHS REFERRAL
— 04

Retainers & Aftercare

Your new smile is an investment worth keeping. We provide custom retainers and long-term aftercare guidance to protect your results for years to come.

AFTERCARE
— 05

Adult Orthodontics

It's never too late. More adults than ever are choosing to straighten their teeth — with discreet options designed to fit around work, family and a grown-up social life.

PRIVATE
— 06

Specialist Referrals

We accept NHS patients by clinical referral from general dentists across Southampton and Hampshire. Dentists — please contact us for our referral pathway.

NHS REFERRAL
Your Journey

Four steps to a
straighter smile.

i

Consultation

A relaxed first visit to understand your goals and assess your smile — no pressure, no jargon.

ii

Custom Plan

Detailed records and a tailored treatment plan, with honest options and clear pricing.

iii

Treatment

Regular gentle adjustments with our specialist team, tracking progress at every visit.

iv

Reveal

The day your braces come off — and your custom retainers keep your new smile in place.

Meet the Team

Led by specialists.
Run with care.

Every patient is looked after by clinicians whose entire careers have been dedicated to orthodontics — supported by a friendly, registered team that puts comfort first.

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Dr Rupinder Sidhu

Principal Orthodontist · BDS MFDS MSc MOrth

Rupinder graduated from the Royal London Hospital Dental School in 1998. Following Vocational Training in Kent, she broadened her experience across London, Wales and Birmingham — including Maxillofacial Surgery, Community, Paediatric and Restorative Dentistry. During this time she obtained her Membership in the Faculty of Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

In 2004 she undertook her Specialist training in Orthodontics at King's College London, where she was awarded a Master's degree. Today, she leads Southampton Orthodontic Centre with a calm, precise and deeply patient-focused approach.

BDS MFDS RCS Eng MSc Orthodontics MOrth GDC Specialist List
— In our patients' words

From the moment I walked through the door on Bedford Place, I felt genuinely looked after. The team explained every option, and the result speaks for itself — I can't stop smiling.

Sophie R. Private aligner patient · Southampton
Visit Us

Let's talk
about your smile.

Whether you're ready to book or just have a question, our team is happy to help. Call us, drop in on Bedford Place, or ask your dentist to refer you.

— Opening Hours
Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

For urgent or emergency dental problems (pain, bleeding, cracked tooth) out of hours, please use NHS 111 online or call 111.

Get in touch today.

Call the practice
+44 23 8022 0008
Find us
1st Floor, 43–44 Bedford Place, Southampton, SO15 2DG
Referrals
NHS referrals accepted from general dentists across Hampshire.
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