Orthodontic practices near Black Notley
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Black Notley, 20 practices within 10 and 74 practices within 20. The closest is Braintree Dental Studio, 2.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree Dental StudioBraintree | 2.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (268 reviews) |
| Horn Mews Dental PracticeBraintree | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Braintree Dental CentreBraintree | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (38 reviews) |
| Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in WithamWitham | 4.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Blake DentalWitham | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (438 reviews) |
| The Dental Health CentreWitham | 4.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (196 reviews) |
| Dental DirectoryWitham | 5.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.1 (35 reviews) |
| Springfield Dental PracticeChelmsford | 7.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (75 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Black Notley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Braintree, 2.1 miles west; the next are Witham (4.5 miles south-east) and Chelmsford (7.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Braintree | 3 | 2.1 miles west |
| Witham | 4 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Chelmsford | 13 | 7.2 miles south-west |
| Eight Ash Green | 1 | 11.4 miles east |
| Colchester | 9 | 12.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Black Notley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aloe Vera Dental Studio in Chelmsford (5.0 from 120 reviews), 7.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 7.9 miles south-west |
| Blue Sky DentalChelmsford | 4.9 (596 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Advance Dental Clinic - Dentist ChelmsfordChelmsford | 4.9 (500 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-west |
| Pure Orthodontics- Specialist Orthodontist Chelmsford & Dental CareChelmsford | 4.9 (428 reviews) | 7.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Black Notley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Braintree |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,988 |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,699 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 358 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Essex | 192nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.3% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form — 1.4 miles Alec Hunter Academy — 1.6 miles Tabor Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,257 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Braintree Dental Studio, Braintree — 2 miles Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in Witham, Witham — 4 miles Springfield Dental Practice, Chelmsford — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 74 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 Black Notley
Black Notley is 2.1 miles from Braintree Dental Studio, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 74.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Blake Dental (4.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Black Notley list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Black Notley are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Braintree Dental Centre, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Black Notley
Essex12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Black Notley
Orthodontist in Black Notley: Before booking anything in Black Notley, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Essex. Black Notley — a small village with a population of around 1,988 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Black Notley
Black Notley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Black Notley sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Black Notley's under-16 share sits at 21.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Black Notley, 9.3% of the 2,699 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Black Notley is better served than 64% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Black Notley attend schools such as Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form (1.4 miles) and Alec Hunter Academy (1.6 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Black Notley falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Black Notley is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Cressing, Tye Green, Hawbush Green, Galley's Corner, Rayne, and White Notley.
Local provider signals in Black Notley
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Black Notley itself. The nearest recorded are Braintree Dental Studio, about 2 miles away; Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in Witham, about 4 miles away; and Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, about 7 miles away.
Facts about Black Notley
Black Notley is home to around 1,988 people, classing it as a small village within Essex. Cressing is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Black Notley.
Orthodontic Treatments in Black Notley
The orthodontic landscape in Black Notley offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Black Notley offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Black Notley
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Black Notley helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Black Notley
Orthodontic practices in and around Black Notley vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Black Notley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.4% of Black Notley's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,699 residents in the neighbourhood around Black Notley, 9.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Black Notley is better served than 64% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Black Notley attend schools such as Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form (1.4 miles) and Alec Hunter Academy (1.6 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Black Notley falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Black Notley is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 35 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 Black Notley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Black Notley
If Black Notley, Essex is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Nearby pages covering Cressing, Tye Green, Hawbush Green, Galley's Corner, Rayne, and White Notley may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Black Notley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Black Notley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Black Notley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Black Notley is Braintree Dental Studio, about 2.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Horn Mews Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and Braintree Dental Centre (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Black Notley?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Black Notley, 20 practices within 10 miles and 74 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Black Notley?
The nearest practice to Black Notley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Braintree Dental Centre, about 2.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Blake Dental (4.6 miles) and Springfield Dental Practice (7.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Black Notley, Essex?
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 Black Notley, Essex?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.