Teeth Whitening in Colindale at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | VS Dental Care Centre — 2.7 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Origin Orthodontics, Edgwarebury — 1.2 miles; 22 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Origin Orthodontics, Edgwarebury — 1.2 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Origin Orthodontics, Edgwarebury — 1.2 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Adults locally | 14.7% aged 16 to 24 and 38.7% aged 25 to 49 of 2,272 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Access within Greater London | 752nd closest to a practice of 973 places in the county; the county median is 0.7 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.
Private practices near Colindale
On our practice register: 35 practices within 5 miles of Colindale, 152 practices within 10 and 369 practices within 20. The closest is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury, 1.2 miles north. The nearest listing private treatment is Origin Orthodontics, 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (90 reviews) |
| Katz and Madhok OrthodonticsEdgware | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.7 (154 reviews) |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Smile Cliniq - Finchley DentistFinchley | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (368 reviews) |
| Pearl Dental and Aesthetics CentreHarrow | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (320 reviews) |
| Orthodontic GalleryHarrow | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (98 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Colindale with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Edgwarebury, 1.2 miles north; the next are Edgware (1.3 miles north-west) and Golders Green (1.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edgwarebury | 1 | 1.2 miles north |
| Edgware | 1 | 1.3 miles north-west |
| Golders Green | 1 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Finchley | 1 | 2.7 miles east |
| Harrow | 3 | 2.8 miles west |
| Totteridge | 1 | 3.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Colindale
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury (5.0 from 90 reviews), 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 1.2 miles north |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Simply OrthodonticsHarlesden | 4.9 (115 reviews) | 4.0 miles south |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 4.9 (86 reviews) | 3.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments there is. In Colindale it is a common request, and results go well beyond what a supermarket kit can manage. The timescale ranges from a single 90-minute visit to a fortnight of overnight tray wear.
Teeth Whitening in Colindale — Local Context
Professional teeth whitening in Colindale typically costs £300–£700 for in-chair treatment, and £200–£450 for a custom take-home tray kit from a dental practice. How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Colindale. Adult orthodontic demand tends to come from people in their twenties to forties, and in Colindale's census neighbourhood 38.7% of its 2,272 residents are aged 25 to 49. Colindale has 35 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 97% of towns in England. Colindale — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Colindale's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Colindale is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Colindale's under-16 share sits at 20.2%, per the 2021 Census. Colindale's Local Authority has 167 schools educating 67,996 pupils (DfE data). See local practice availability in Colindale →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
How Tooth Colour Is Measured
Dental professionals in Colindale use the VITA classical shade guide to record tooth colour, running from A1 (lightest) to C4 (darkest). Most natural teeth sit between A2 and B3, and professional whitening typically lifts 4–8 grades.
Response depends on the cause of the staining — surface and yellow discolouration whiten well, developmental and grey staining resist it, and any crowns or composite won't shift, so mismatches are worth discussing first.
Sensitivity, Aftercare and Keeping Results
Transient sensitivity is normal and short-lived. Pre-treating with a sensitivity toothpaste, and avoiding very hot or cold drinks for a day or two afterwards, keeps it manageable for most people.
For 48 hours afterwards, avoid intensely pigmented foods and drinks — coffee, tea, red wine, berries, tomato sauces — while the enamel is temporarily more porous. Results typically last 12–24 months before a short top-up restores the shade.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Colindale
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Colindale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Colindale is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury, about 1.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Katz and Madhok Orthodontics (1.3 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Colindale?
Our register has 35 practices within 5 miles of Colindale, 152 practices within 10 miles and 369 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Colindale?
The nearest practice to Colindale that lists private treatment is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury, about 1.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Katz and Madhok Orthodontics (1.3 miles) and Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - Private (1.6 miles).
Is Colindale well served by schools?
Colindale's Local Authority has 167 schools educating 67,996 pupils (DfE data).
What NHS area is Colindale in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Colindale falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board.
How many families live in Colindale?
Census data puts 20.2% of Colindale's population at under 16.
How deprived is Colindale compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Colindale is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Will whitening affect my crowns or veneers?
No — whitening gel does not change the colour of crowns, veneers, bonding or composite fillings. If your restorations are placed on visible front teeth, whitening the surrounding natural teeth may create a colour mismatch. Discuss this with your dentist before treatment so a plan can be made.
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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