Orthodontic practices near Boxmoor
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Boxmoor, 55 practices within 10 and 215 practices within 20. The closest is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaulden Dental PracticeHemel Hempstead | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (154 reviews) |
| Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts EndApsley | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (329 reviews) |
| Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant CentreHemel Hempstead | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (137 reviews) |
| Orthoplus Hemel hempsteadHemel Hempstead | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (61 reviews) |
| Quality Affordable DentistryHemel Hempstead | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Fitze Dental ClinicsHemel Hempstead | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (197 reviews) |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Redbourn Dental PracticeRedbourn | 5.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Boxmoor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hemel Hempstead, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Apsley (0.8 miles east) and Redbourn (5.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hemel Hempstead | 6 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Apsley | 1 | 0.8 miles east |
| Redbourn | 1 | 5.3 miles north-east |
| St Albans | 11 | 5.8 miles east |
| Watford | 6 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Amersham | 1 | 6.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Boxmoor
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), 6.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (184 reviews) | 6.6 miles east |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 6.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Boxmoor at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dacorum |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,368 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,693 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 26th closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hemel Hempstead School — 0.5 miles Laureate Academy — 0.6 miles John F Kennedy Catholic School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,393 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Chaulden Dental Practice, Hemel Hempstead — under a mile Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End, Apsley — under a mile Redbourn Dental Practice, Redbourn — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 215 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | HP1 |
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 Boxmoor
The nearest practice to Boxmoor is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, 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 55 practices, and within 20 there are 215.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Orthoplus Hemel hempstead (1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Boxmoor list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Boxmoor are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Boxmoor
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Orthodontist in Boxmoor: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Boxmoor often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Hertfordshire.
Facts about Boxmoor
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Counters End, the closest linked location.
Boxmoor in context
Boxmoor is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. 16.6% of Boxmoor's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Boxmoor, 8.2% of the 1,368 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 (7), Boxmoor has more choice than 66% of towns in England. Families in Boxmoor are served by secondary schools including The Hemel Hempstead School (0.5 miles) and Laureate Academy (0.6 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Boxmoor's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Boxmoor is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Boxmoor
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Boxmoor. The nearest recorded are Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, under a mile away; Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, under a mile away; and Redbourn Dental Practice, about 5 miles away.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Counters End, Chaulden, Hammerfield, Warners End, Felden, and Gadebridge are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Boxmoor
Orthodontic treatment in Boxmoor is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Boxmoor runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Boxmoor Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Boxmoor has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Boxmoor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Boxmoor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Boxmoor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Boxmoor
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Boxmoor, Hertfordshire with surrounding locations. You can keep exploring with related pages for Counters End, Chaulden, Hammerfield, Warners End, Felden, and Gadebridge.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Boxmoor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Boxmoor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boxmoor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boxmoor is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End (0.8 miles) and Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Boxmoor?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Boxmoor, 55 practices within 10 miles and 215 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Boxmoor?
The nearest practice to Boxmoor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End (0.8 miles) and Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (0.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Boxmoor, Hertfordshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Boxmoor, Hertfordshire?
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.