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Orthodontic practices near Doddinghurst

On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Doddinghurst, 51 practices within 10 and 196 practices within 20. The closest is Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practice in Brentwood, 2.3 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practiceBrentwood2.3 miles south-east–––4.9 (66 reviews)
The Dental Practice ShenfieldShenfield2.3 miles south-east–✓✓4.9 (107 reviews)
The Dental Works BrentwoodBrentwood2.4 miles south-east–––4.9 (110 reviews)
Talbot DentalShenfield2.4 miles south-east––✓4.9 (146 reviews)
Ongar Road Dental PracticeBrentwood2.6 miles south✓––4.5 (39 reviews)
Devonshire House Dental PracticeBrentwood2.7 miles south–––4.6 (28 reviews)
Brentwood Orthodontic & Implant CentreBrentwood2.8 miles south✓✓✓4.9 (505 reviews)
Smile HQ - Exceptional DentistryBrentwood2.8 miles south–✓✓5.0 (494 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Doddinghurst with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brentwood, 2.3 miles south-east; the next are Shenfield (2.3 miles south-east) and Romford (4.5 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Brentwood72.3 miles south-east
Shenfield22.3 miles south-east
Romford94.5 miles south-west
Billericay55.6 miles south-east
Hornchurch47.2 miles south-west
Collier Row17.3 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 Doddinghurst

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile HQ - Exceptional Dentistry in Brentwood (5.0 from 494 reviews), 2.8 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Smile HQ - Exceptional DentistryBrentwood5.0 (494 reviews)2.8 miles south
Billericay Dental StudioBillericay5.0 (190 reviews)5.6 miles south-east
Goossens & Odendaal Dental PracticeHornchurch5.0 (188 reviews)7.2 miles south-west
Grange Green Dental PracticeBillericay5.0 (127 reviews)6.5 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Doddinghurst at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBrentwood
NHS dental servicesNHS Essex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1618.7% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,708 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre253 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England
Access within Essex217th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.3 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.7% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal London Dental Hospital, London — 18 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsShenfield High School — 2.0 miles
Becket Keys Church of England Free School — 2.3 miles
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School — 2.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles3 schools, about 3,671 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesSunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practice, Brentwood — 2 miles
The Dental Practice Shenfield, Shenfield — 2 miles
Winning Smiles, Romford — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles51 within 10 miles, 196 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 Doddinghurst

The nearest practice to Doddinghurst is Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practice in Brentwood, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 51 practices, and within 20 there are 196.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Dental Practice Shenfield (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Doddinghurst list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 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 Doddinghurst are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ongar Road Dental Practice in Brentwood, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 18 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Doddinghurst

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Practice data for Doddinghurst

There is no orthodontist on our records in Doddinghurst itself. The nearest we do hold are Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practice in Brentwood, about 2 miles away; The Dental Practice Shenfield, about 2 miles away; and Winning Smiles in Romford, about 4 miles away.

Area profile for Doddinghurst

Doddinghurst's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Doddinghurst sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18.7% of Doddinghurst's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Doddinghurst, 7.7% of the 1,708 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Doddinghurst has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Doddinghurst are Shenfield High School (2.0 miles) and Becket Keys Church of England Free School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Doddinghurst sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Doddinghurst is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 18 miles away.

Doddinghurst in numbers

Just around 1 km north-east, Wyatt's Green is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Doddinghurst

Starting orthodontic treatment in Doddinghurst can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Doddinghurst

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Every case in Doddinghurst follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Doddinghurst

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Doddinghurst has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Doddinghurst

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Doddinghurst — 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 Doddinghurst. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Doddinghurst

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Doddinghurst often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Doddinghurst?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Doddinghurst is Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practice in Brentwood, about 2.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Practice Shenfield (2.3 miles) and The Dental Works Brentwood (2.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Doddinghurst?

Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Doddinghurst, 51 practices within 10 miles and 196 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Doddinghurst?

The nearest practice to Doddinghurst that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ongar Road Dental Practice in Brentwood, about 2.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Brentwood Orthodontic & Implant Centre (2.8 miles) and Sovereign House Specialist Dental Centre (2.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Doddinghurst, Essex?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Doddinghurst, Essex?

Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.

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TitleDoddinghurst, Essex Clear Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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