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Orthodontic practices near Avery Hill

On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Avery Hill, 105 practices within 10 and 344 practices within 20. The closest is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, 0.9 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
SE9 Dental CareEltham0.9 miles west✓–✓5.0 (47 reviews)
S3 Dental ElthamEltham1.2 miles west✓✓✓4.8 (849 reviews)
Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling1.5 miles north-east–✓✓4.9 (164 reviews)
AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic DentistKidbrooke1.6 miles north-west✓✓✓4.8 (797 reviews)
Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling1.6 miles north-east–––4.6 (146 reviews)
Smile Welling Dental CareWelling1.8 miles north-east✓–✓4.7 (229 reviews)
Smile 4 UChislehurst2.1 miles south✓✓✓4.8 (612 reviews)
Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath2.2 miles east✓✓✓4.8 (631 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Avery Hill with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Eltham, 0.9 miles west; the next are Welling (1.5 miles north-east) and Kidbrooke (1.6 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Eltham20.9 miles west
Welling41.5 miles north-east
Kidbrooke11.6 miles north-west
Chislehurst12.1 miles south
Bexleyheath12.2 miles east
Blackheath43.3 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Avery Hill

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Cosmetic Dental Gallery in Canary Wharf (5.0 from 453 reviews), 4.6 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Cosmetic Dental GalleryCanary Wharf5.0 (453 reviews)4.6 miles north-west
SE9 Dental CareEltham5.0 (47 reviews)0.9 miles west
Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning TownLadywell4.9 (1,108 reviews)4.2 miles west
The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling4.9 (801 reviews)2.3 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Avery Hill at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaGreenwich
NHS dental servicesNHS South East London Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.9% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,475 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally29.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car40.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,568 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles24 practices, more than 93% of towns in England
Access within Greater London602nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal London Dental Hospital, London — 8 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsLeigh Stationers' Academy — 0.3 miles
Harris Academy Falconwood — 0.6 miles
St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School — 0.8 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles22 schools, about 27,483 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area101 schools, 46,827 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay20% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesSE9 Dental Care, Eltham — under a mile
Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, Welling — 2 miles
AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist, Kidbrooke — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles105 within 10 miles, 344 within 20 miles

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.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Avery Hill

The nearest practice to Avery Hill is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, 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 105 practices, and within 20 there are 344.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (2.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Avery Hill 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 Avery Hill are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Avery Hill

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Research orthodontic options in Avery Hill

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Avery Hill, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Avery Hill and the wider Greater London area.

Local provider signals in Avery Hill

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Avery Hill. The nearest recorded are SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, under a mile away; Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, about 2 miles away; and AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist in Kidbrooke, about 2 miles away.

The local picture in Avery Hill

Avery Hill — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Avery Hill, 7.9% of the 2,475 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Avery Hill is better served than 93% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Avery Hill are Leigh Stationers' Academy (0.3 miles) and Harris Academy Falconwood (0.6 miles). 22 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 101 schools and 46,827 pupils in Avery Hill's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Avery Hill falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Avery Hill is about 8 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.

Local snapshot of Avery Hill

The nearest other location we cover is Blackfen and Lamorbey, under 1 km to the east.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

Related pages for Blackfen and Lamorbey, Eltham South, New Eltham, Eltham North, Falconwood and Welling, and Longlands are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

The Orthodontic Journey in Avery Hill

Orthodontic treatment in Avery Hill is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Avery Hill

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Avery Hill

Provision in Avery Hill varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Avery Hill is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Avery Hill sits within NHS South East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Avery Hill's under-16 share sits at 18.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 2,475 residents in Avery Hill's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (24), Avery Hill has more choice than 93% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Avery Hill are served by secondary schools including Leigh Stationers' Academy (0.3 miles) and Harris Academy Falconwood (0.6 miles). 22 secondary schools are within three miles. Avery Hill's Local Authority has 101 schools educating 46,827 pupils (DfE data). Avery Hill falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Avery Hill is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Avery Hill

Patients in Avery Hill have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Treatment Options in Avery Hill — Local Context

Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Avery Hill — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Avery Hill — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18.9% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,475 residents in the neighbourhood around Avery Hill, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Avery Hill is better served than 93% of towns in England. 20% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Avery Hill are Leigh Stationers' Academy (0.3 miles) and Harris Academy Falconwood (0.6 miles). 22 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 101 schools and 46,827 pupils across Avery Hill's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Avery Hill among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Avery Hill is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Avery Hill itself. The closest on record are SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, under a mile away; Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, about 2 miles away; and AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist in Kidbrooke, about 2 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Avery Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Avery Hill

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Avery Hill often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Avery Hill?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Avery Hill is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, about 0.9 miles to the west. The next closest are S3 Dental Eltham (1.2 miles) and Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd (1.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Avery Hill?

Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Avery Hill, 105 practices within 10 miles and 344 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Avery Hill?

The nearest practice to Avery Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, about 0.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include S3 Dental Eltham (1.2 miles) and AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist (1.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Avery Hill, Greater London?

For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Avery Hill, Greater London?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleAvery Hill, Greater London Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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