Orthodontic practices near Cambridge
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Cambridge, 16 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Cambridge Dental, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge DentalCambridge | 0.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (219 reviews) |
| Regent Dental PracticeCambridge | 0.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (350 reviews) |
| ToothStation Dental PracticeCambridge | 0.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (118 reviews) |
| Anglia OrthodonticsCambridge | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (96 reviews) |
| drfrancisbracesCambridge | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 0.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (72 reviews) |
| Cambridge Dental HubCambridge | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (1,436 reviews) |
| Cambridge dental groupCambridge | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cambridge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cambridge, 0.3 miles west; the next are Papworth Everard (10.6 miles west) and Newmarket (12.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 16 | 0.3 miles west |
| Papworth Everard | 1 | 10.6 miles west |
| Newmarket | 1 | 12.5 miles east |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 13.4 miles south |
| Ely | 2 | 15.2 miles north-east |
| Saint Neots | 2 | 16.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cambridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Biggleswade Dental CentreBiggleswade | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) | 18.2 miles south-west |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.9 (285 reviews) | 13.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cambridge at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cambridge |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 145,674 |
| Residents under 16 | 2.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,264 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 0.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 71.3% aged 16 to 24 and 20% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 59.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,566 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Cambridgeshire | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 342 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 0.8% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Cambridgeshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Parkside Community College — 0.5 miles Chesterton Community College — 1.2 miles Coleridge Community College — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 6,303 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 16 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 27 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | CB2 |
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 Cambridge
Cambridge has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Cambridge Dental is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Anglia Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Cambridge 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 Cambridge are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Anglia Orthodontics in Cambridge, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cambridge
Cambridgeshire12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Cambridge
Orthodontist in Cambridge: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Cambridge. It is relevant to searches focused on both Cambridge and the wider Cambridgeshire area. Cambridge — a city with a population of around 145,674 — is covered on this page specifically.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Newnham Croft, Arbury, Castle, Orchard Park, Romsey Town, and King's Hedges.
Local provider signals in Cambridge
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 16 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Cambridge or nearby searches; 9 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 4 mention fixed braces; 5 include NHS signals and 16 include private treatment signals; 3 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 4, wheelchair access from 0, and evening or weekend availability from 8. Nearby practice records include Anglia Orthodontics, Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge, Autograph Dental Cambridge, Cambridge Dental, and Cambridge dental group.
Facts about Cambridge
Cambridge has a population of around 145,674, making it a city within Cambridgeshire. Newnham Croft is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Cambridge.
Cambridge in context
Cambridge is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 2.6% of Cambridge's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 3,264 residents in the neighbourhood around Cambridge, 0.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Cambridgeshire. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cambridge is better served than 87% of towns in England. Families in Cambridge are served by secondary schools including Parkside Community College (0.5 miles) and Chesterton Community College (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Cambridge is roughly mid-table for England.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Cambridge
The orthodontic landscape in Cambridge offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Newnham Croft, Romsey Town and Arbury regularly visit orthodontists in Cambridge.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Cambridge
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Cambridge — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Cambridge
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Cambridge 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 Newnham Croft, Romsey Town and Arbury regularly visit orthodontists in Cambridge.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Cambridge
Our database currently lists 16 orthodontic practices in and around Cambridge. ONS classifies Cambridge as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 2.6% of Cambridge's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Cambridge, 0.8% of the 3,264 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Cambridgeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Cambridge has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Cambridge attend schools such as Parkside Community College (0.5 miles) and Chesterton Community College (1.2 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Cambridge close to the England median. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Newnham Croft, Romsey Town, and Arbury regularly make use of Cambridge's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cambridge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cambridge
This section helps connect Cambridge, Cambridgeshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Newnham Croft, Arbury, Castle, Orchard Park, Romsey Town, and King's Hedges.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Cambridge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cambridge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cambridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cambridge is Cambridge Dental, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Regent Dental Practice (0.3 miles) and ToothStation Dental Practice (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cambridge?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Cambridge, 16 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cambridge?
The nearest practice to Cambridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Anglia Orthodontics in Cambridge, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include drfrancisbraces (0.5 miles) and CAMBRIDGE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.