Orthodontic practices near Clapham North
On our practice register: 81 practices within 5 miles of Clapham North, 191 practices within 10 and 359 practices within 20. The closest is Ten Dental in Brixton, 0.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ten DentalBrixton | 0.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (361 reviews) |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (262 reviews) |
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) |
| Clapham South Dental CentreBattersea | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (762 reviews) |
| One Dental - CamberwellBrixton | 1.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (287 reviews) |
| London Dental StudioCity of Westminster | 1.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (522 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty StreathamStreatham | 1.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (440 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice at BatterseaBattersea | 1.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (242 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clapham North with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brixton, 0.6 miles south-west; the next are Brixton Hill (0.9 miles south-east) and Battersea (1.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Brixton | 3 | 0.6 miles south-west |
| Brixton Hill | 1 | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Battersea | 8 | 1.4 miles south-west |
| City of Westminster | 1 | 1.6 miles north |
| Streatham | 1 | 1.6 miles south |
| London | 8 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clapham North
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), 3.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| One Dental - CamberwellBrixton | 5.0 (287 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea | 5.0 (217 reviews) | 3.0 miles north-west |
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 2.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clapham North at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lambeth |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East London 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,350 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.6% aged 16 to 24 and 45.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 65.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 14,908 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 78 practices, more than 99% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 371st closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Platanos College — 0.5 miles Minerva Virtual Academy — 0.8 miles The Elms Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 39 schools, about 30,632 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 96 schools, 35,727 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ten Dental, Brixton — under a mile Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill — under a mile Clapham South Dental Centre, Battersea — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 191 within 10 miles, 359 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SW8 |
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 Clapham North
The nearest practice to Clapham North is Ten Dental in Brixton, 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 191 practices, and within 20 there are 359.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 15 of the practices around Clapham North 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 Clapham North are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clapham North
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Orthodontist in Clapham North: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Clapham North, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Greater London.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Union Mews, Clapham Town, Stockwell, Clapham Common, Nine Elms, and South Lambeth are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Area profile for Clapham North
By ONS classification, Clapham North falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Clapham North sits within NHS South East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.1% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,350 residents in the neighbourhood around Clapham North, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (78), Clapham North has more choice than 99% of towns in England. 20% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Clapham North attend schools such as Platanos College (0.5 miles) and Minerva Virtual Academy (0.8 miles). 39 secondary schools are within three miles. Clapham North's Local Authority has 96 schools educating 35,727 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Clapham North sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clapham North is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local context for Clapham North
Union Mews is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Clapham North.
Local treatment availability around Clapham North
There is no orthodontist on our records in Clapham North itself. The nearest recorded are Ten Dental in Brixton, under a mile away; Orchard Orthodontics LONDON in Brixton Hill, under a mile away; and Clapham South Dental Centre in Battersea, about a mile away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Clapham North
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Clapham North 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Clapham North
Treatment in Clapham North runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Clapham North
Patients in Clapham North have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Clapham North
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Clapham North practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clapham North. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clapham North
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Clapham North, Greater London with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Union Mews, Clapham Town, Stockwell, Clapham Common, Nine Elms, and South Lambeth.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Clapham North
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clapham North often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clapham North?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clapham North is Ten Dental in Brixton, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (0.9 miles) and Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clapham North?
Our register has 81 practices within 5 miles of Clapham North, 191 practices within 10 miles and 359 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clapham North?
The nearest practice to Clapham North that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (0.9 miles) and BATTERSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clapham North, Greater London?
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 Clapham North, Greater London?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.