Orthodontic practices near Barkingside
On our practice register: 30 practices within 5 miles of Barkingside, 106 practices within 10 and 327 practices within 20. The closest is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, 0.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - First ImpressionsBarkingside | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (200 reviews) |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 0.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERYIlford | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ilford Dental CentreIlford | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (251 reviews) |
| Denta ClinicIlford | 1.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (291 reviews) |
| Whitestar Dental CareIlford | 1.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,011 reviews) |
| Simplyteeth BrentwoodBecontree | 1.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,149 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC GROUP LTDIlford | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Barkingside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barkingside, 0.4 miles south-west; the next are Ilford (0.5 miles west) and Becontree (1.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barkingside | 2 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Ilford | 5 | 0.5 miles west |
| Becontree | 3 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Manor Park | 1 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Woodford Green | 1 | 2.5 miles north-west |
| Barking | 1 | 3.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barkingside
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill (5.0 from 108 reviews), 3.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 3.4 miles north |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 4.9 (418 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-west |
| Simplyteeth BrentwoodBecontree | 4.8 (1,149 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Barkingside at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Redbridge |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East London 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 12,609 |
| Residents under 16 | 26.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,160 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 45.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 41.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,650 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 9.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 30 practices, more than 96% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 199th closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Valentines High School — 0.4 miles Ilford County High School — 0.9 miles Beal High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 39,867 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 94 schools, 59,357 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 106 within 10 miles, 327 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 Barkingside
The nearest practice to Barkingside is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, 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 106 practices, and within 20 there are 327.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontic Gallery (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Barkingside 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 Barkingside are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Barkingside
Greater London12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Barkingside
Orthodontist in Barkingside: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Barkingside? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Greater London. Barkingside — a market town with a population of around 12,609 — is covered on this page specifically.
Where Barkingside sits locally
Barkingside is home to around 12,609 people, classing it as a market town within Greater London. Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Gants Hill, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Barkingside
ONS classifies Barkingside as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Barkingside falls under NHS North East London Integrated Care Board. With 26.1% of residents under 16, Barkingside has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around Barkingside, 7.8% of the 2,160 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 30 orthodontic practices within five miles, Barkingside is better served than 96% of towns in England. 31% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Barkingside attend schools such as Valentines High School (0.4 miles) and Ilford County High School (0.9 miles). 27 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 94 schools and 59,357 pupils in Barkingside's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Barkingside close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Barkingside is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.
Local treatment availability around Barkingside
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Barkingside or nearby searches; 2 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 2 mention fixed braces; 1 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include FIRST Ortho - First Impressions and Orthodontic Gallery. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as Gants Hill and Loughton.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Fullwell, Gants Hill, Ilford, Newbury Park, Repton Park, and Valentines are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The Orthodontic Journey in Barkingside
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Barkingside helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Gants Hill, Fullwell and Newbury Park regularly visit orthodontists in Barkingside.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Barkingside
Every case in Barkingside follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Barkingside
Patients in Barkingside 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. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Gants Hill, Fullwell and Newbury Park regularly visit orthodontists in Barkingside.
How to Choose in Barkingside
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Barkingside practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Barkingside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Barkingside
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Barkingside, Greater London with surrounding locations. Nearby pages covering Fullwell, Gants Hill, Ilford, Newbury Park, Repton Park, and Valentines may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Barkingside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Barkingside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barkingside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barkingside is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Orthodontic Gallery (0.5 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Barkingside?
Our register has 30 practices within 5 miles of Barkingside, 106 practices within 10 miles and 327 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barkingside?
The nearest practice to Barkingside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (0.5 miles) and Ilford Dental Centre (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barkingside, Greater London?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Barkingside, Greater London?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.