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Orthodontic practices near Barnes

On our practice register: 65 practices within 5 miles of Barnes, 185 practices within 10 and 356 practices within 20. The closest is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, 1.4 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ethicare Dental PracticePutney1.4 miles south-east––✓4.9 (106 reviews)
Chiswick Smiles Dental StudioChiswick1.6 miles north–✓✓4.8 (22 reviews)
Redhead OrthodonticsFulham1.6 miles east––✓5.0 (17 reviews)
West London Dental CentresChiswick1.7 miles north✓✓✓4.9 (725 reviews)
Progressive DentistryFulham1.7 miles east––✓4.9 (376 reviews)
Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham1.9 miles east✓–✓4.9 (764 reviews)
Artiste Studios - L'OrthodontisteShepherds Bush2.0 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (69 reviews)
ARTISTE STUDIOS - L'ORTHODONTISTELondon2.0 miles north-east✓–––

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

Nearest places to Barnes with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Putney, 1.4 miles south-east; the next are Chiswick (1.6 miles north) and Fulham (1.6 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Putney11.4 miles south-east
Chiswick21.6 miles north
Fulham41.6 miles east
Shepherds Bush52.0 miles north-east
London42.0 miles north-east
Richmond22.1 miles west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barnes

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (5.0 from 607 reviews), 2.1 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham5.0 (607 reviews)2.1 miles east
Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush5.0 (218 reviews)2.1 miles north-east
Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea5.0 (217 reviews)2.8 miles north-east
Acton Dental CareActon5.0 (113 reviews)2.9 miles north-west

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

Barnes at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaRichmond upon Thames
NHS dental servicesNHS South West 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
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Population21,218
Residents under 1625.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,884 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally4.9% aged 16 to 24 and 43.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car26.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre12,477 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health8.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles64 practices, more than 99% of towns in England
Access within Greater London830th closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county5.7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London
Nearest university dental hospitalUCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 7 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsLift Richmond Park — 0.6 miles
Chiswick School — 0.9 miles
Ark Putney Academy — 1.5 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles21 schools, about 20,556 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area84 schools, 39,228 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesEthicare Dental Practice, Putney — 1 miles
Chiswick Smiles Dental Studio, Chiswick — 2 miles
Redhead Orthodontics, Fulham — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles185 within 10 miles, 356 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 Barnes

The nearest practice to Barnes is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 185 practices, and within 20 there are 356.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orthosmile Earl's Court (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Progressive Dentistry (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Barnes list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Barnes are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West London Dental Centres in Chiswick, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Barnes

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Orthodontic treatment options in Barnes

Orthodontist in Barnes: Before booking anything in Barnes, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Greater London. Barnes — a market town with a population of around 21,218 — is covered on this page specifically.

More local pages to browse

Related pages for Mortlake and Barnes Common, Chiswick Homefields, South West London, Mortlake, Chiswick, and Chiswick Riverside are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

Practice signals around Barnes

There is no orthodontist on our records in Barnes itself. The nearest recorded are Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, about a mile away; Chiswick Smiles Dental Studio, about 2 miles away; and Redhead Orthodontics in Fulham, about 2 miles away.

Area profile for Barnes

Barnes — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Barnes skews family-heavy: 25.3% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,884 residents in the neighbourhood around Barnes, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Barnes has 64 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 99% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Barnes attend schools such as Lift Richmond Park (0.6 miles) and Chiswick School (0.9 miles). 21 secondary schools are within three miles. Barnes's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 39,228 pupils, according to DfE figures. Barnes's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Barnes is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.

Local snapshot of Barnes

Barnes is home to around 21,218 people, classing it as a market town within Greater London. The nearest other location we cover is Mortlake and Barnes Common, under 1 km to the north.

Orthodontic Treatments in Barnes

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Barnes can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Barnes

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Barnes — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

The Orthodontic Journey in Barnes

Orthodontic treatment in Barnes 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 Barnes

  • 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 Barnes

What's available in Barnes depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Barnes's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS South West London Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Barnes. With 25.3% of residents under 16, Barnes has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,884 residents in Barnes's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Barnes has 64 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 99% of towns in England. 22.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Barnes are served by secondary schools including Lift Richmond Park (0.6 miles) and Chiswick School (0.9 miles). 21 secondary schools are within three miles. Barnes's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 39,228 pupils (DfE data). Barnes's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Barnes is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Barnes

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barnes?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barnes is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, about 1.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Chiswick Smiles Dental Studio (1.6 miles) and Redhead Orthodontics (1.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Barnes?

Our register has 65 practices within 5 miles of Barnes, 185 practices within 10 miles and 356 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barnes?

The nearest practice to Barnes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West London Dental Centres in Chiswick, about 1.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1.9 miles) and Artiste Studios - L'Orthodontiste (2.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barnes, Greater London?

A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.

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

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

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TitleBarnes, Greater London Smile Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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