Braces in Black Green at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 20% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of 1,353 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saint Michael's Catholic High School — 1.3 miles Parmiter's School — 1.3 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | UK Dental Specialists, St Albans — 1.2 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | ST ALBANS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, St Albans — 2.9 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 16 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 107th closest to a practice of 421 places in the county; the county median is 2 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces near Black Green
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of Black Green, 72 practices within 10 and 290 practices within 20. The closest is UK Dental Specialists in St Albans, 1.2 miles north. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is UK Dental Specialists, 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 1.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (879 reviews) |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 3.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (114 reviews) |
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (184 reviews) |
| St Albans OrthodonticsSt Albans | 3.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (185 reviews) |
| Dr Korosh MajidiWatford | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 4.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (662 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Black Green with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is St Albans, 1.2 miles north; the next are Watford (3.9 miles south-west) and Hemel Hempstead (5.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| St Albans | 4 | 1.2 miles north |
| Watford | 3 | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Hemel Hempstead | 3 | 5.1 miles west |
| Borehamwood | 1 | 5.2 miles south-east |
| Shenley | 1 | 5.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Black Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant Centre in St Albans (5.0 from 184 reviews), 3.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (184 reviews) | 3.2 miles north |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 5.1 miles west |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 3.1 miles north |
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 4.9 (879 reviews) | 1.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For everything from mild crowding to complex bite correction, fixed braces do the heavy lifting. Orthodontists serving Black Green offer metal, ceramic, lingual and self-ligating appliances to suit different cases and budgets. They work continuously and need no compliance beyond routine cleaning, which makes them dependable for complex movements. Typical treatment spans roughly one to two years, depending on complexity.
Local Context for Black Green
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Black Green. Black Green — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 20% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Black Green, 7.5% of the 1,353 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Black Green has more choice than 92% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Black Green are Saint Michael's Catholic High School (1.3 miles) and Parmiter's School (1.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Black Green's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Black Green is about 16 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. There is no orthodontist on our records in Black Green itself. The closest on record are UK Dental Specialists in St Albans, about a mile away; Maidenhead Orthodontic Centre in Watford, about 3 miles away; and Fitze Dental Clinics in Hemel Hempstead, about 5 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Hertfordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace costs in Black Green generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
NHS vs Private Braces in Black Green
NHS orthodontics in Black Green is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Hertfordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Private treatment has no age limit and no waiting list. As a guide in Black Green, metal braces run about £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500, and lingual £4,000–£8,000, with payment plans widely offered.
Types of Braces Available in Black Green
Metal braces are the benchmark treatment: small steel brackets, an archwire, and regular adjustments. They suit all case types and are the least expensive private option, as well as the NHS standard.
Ceramic braces are functionally the same as metal with clear or tooth-coloured brackets. Much less conspicuous in photos, slightly pricier, and a little more prone to staining from tea, coffee and coloured foods.
Lingual braces sit on the inner surfaces of the teeth and are completely hidden when you smile or speak. Custom-milled per tooth, they handle a wide range of cases but are the most technically demanding and expensive.
Self-ligating braces use a clip mechanism rather than elastic bands to hold the wire. They are often suggested for crowded cases where reduced friction helps early tooth movement, and are offered by several Black Green orthodontists.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Black Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Black Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Black Green is UK Dental Specialists in St Albans, about 1.2 miles to the north. The next closest are ST ALBANS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.9 miles) and The Maltings Dental Surgery (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Black Green?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of Black Green, 72 practices within 10 miles and 290 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Black Green?
The nearest practice to Black Green that mentions fixed braces is UK Dental Specialists in St Albans, about 1.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Visage Dental St Albans (3.1 miles) and Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant Centre (3.2 miles).
Is Black Green a family area?
Census data puts 20% of Black Green's population at under 16.
What NHS area is Black Green in for dental services?
Black Green sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Black Green rural or urban?
ONS classifies Black Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Black Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Black Green is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How much do braces cost in Black Green?
In Black Green, private metal braces generally run £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500 and lingual £4,000–£8,000. Eligible under-18s can get NHS braces free of charge.
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.
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