Orthodontic practices near Duddenhoe End
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Duddenhoe End, 5 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 4.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (285 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 9.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 9.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 9.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 9.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| DentastiqueCambridge | 11.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 11.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics ClinicCambridge | 11.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Duddenhoe End with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saffron Walden, 4.7 miles east; the next are Bishops Stortford (9.8 miles south) and Ford (9.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 4.7 miles east |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 9.8 miles south |
| Ford | 1 | 9.8 miles south |
| Cambridge | 16 | 11.0 miles north |
| Stevenage | 4 | 15.3 miles south-west |
| Ware | 1 | 15.3 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 Duddenhoe End
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 15.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 15.3 miles south-west |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 11.3 miles north |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 13.7 miles north |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 9.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Duddenhoe End at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Uttlesford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,563 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 46 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Essex | 461st closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport — 3.8 miles Saffron Walden County High School — 4.3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Walden Dental Clinic, Saffron Walden — 5 miles Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, Bishops Stortford — 10 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 52 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 Duddenhoe End
Duddenhoe End is 4.7 miles from The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Walden Dental Clinic (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (12.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Duddenhoe End list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Duddenhoe End are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 4.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Duddenhoe End
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Orthodontist in Duddenhoe End: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Duddenhoe End understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Essex.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Bridge Green, Upper Pond Street, Cooper's End, Lower Pond Street, Chrishall, and Elmdon.
The local picture in Duddenhoe End
Duddenhoe End — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 17.1% of Duddenhoe End's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Duddenhoe End, 7.8% of the 1,563 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Duddenhoe End are Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport (3.8 miles) and Saffron Walden County High School (4.3 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Duddenhoe End is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Duddenhoe End is about 35 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Duddenhoe End in numbers
Just under 1 km north, Bridge Green is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Duddenhoe End
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Duddenhoe End. The nearest we do hold are The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 5 miles away; Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, about 10 miles away; and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Ford, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Duddenhoe End
The orthodontic landscape in Duddenhoe End offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Duddenhoe End
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 Duddenhoe End practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Duddenhoe End
Orthodontic treatment in Duddenhoe End is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Duddenhoe End
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Duddenhoe End. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Duddenhoe End sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.1% of Duddenhoe End's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Duddenhoe End, 7.8% of the 1,563 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Secondary-age pupils near Duddenhoe End attend schools such as Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport (3.8 miles) and Saffron Walden County High School (4.3 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Duddenhoe End is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Duddenhoe End is about 35 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Duddenhoe End. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Duddenhoe End
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Duddenhoe End, Essex. For a broader comparison, pages for Bridge Green, Upper Pond Street, Cooper's End, Lower Pond Street, Chrishall, and Elmdon follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Duddenhoe End
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Duddenhoe End often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Duddenhoe End?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Duddenhoe End is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 4.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (9.8 miles) and Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (9.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Duddenhoe End?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Duddenhoe End, 5 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Duddenhoe End?
The nearest practice to Duddenhoe End that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 4.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (9.8 miles) and The Dentist (9.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Duddenhoe End, Essex?
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 Duddenhoe End, Essex?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.