Braces in Ealing at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 14% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.4% of 1,477 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ada Lovelace Church of England High School — 0.7 miles The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls — 0.8 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Ealing Dental Specialists, Ealing Common — under a mile; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Ealing Dental Specialists, Ealing Common — under a mile; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 8 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within Greater London | 73rd 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.
Practices offering braces near Ealing
On our practice register: 49 practices within 5 miles of Ealing, 167 practices within 10 and 370 practices within 20. The closest is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, 0.2 miles north. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Ealing Dental Specialists, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing Dental SpecialistsEaling Common | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (417 reviews) |
| Dickens Yard Dental EalingEaling Common | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (321 reviews) |
| DrPachaOrthodonticsActon | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| Octagon OrthodonticsGreenford | 1.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| OrthodentalHeston | 1.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ealing with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Ealing Common, 0.2 miles north; the next are Acton (0.6 miles east) and London (0.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ealing Common | 2 | 0.2 miles north |
| Acton | 1 | 0.6 miles east |
| London | 1 | 0.7 miles north-west |
| Greenford | 1 | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Heston | 2 | 1.5 miles west |
| Chiswick | 2 | 1.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ealing
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental Studios in Shepherds Bush (5.0 from 218 reviews), 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush | 5.0 (218 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-west |
| West London Dental CentresChiswick | 4.9 (725 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-east |
| Dickens Yard Dental EalingEaling Common | 4.9 (321 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Patients across Ealing can access the full range, from traditional metal to discreet ceramic and hidden lingual systems. Their constant, controlled force is why they remain first choice for significant bite problems. Most cases complete within 12 to 24 months.
The Brace Treatment Process in Ealing
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in Ealing are usually every 6–9 weeks. Consistent attendance matters — missed visits extend treatment. The Ealing overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
NHS Versus Private Orthodontics in Ealing
NHS orthodontics in Ealing is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Greater London depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Private treatment has no age limit and no waiting list. As a guide in Ealing, metal braces run about £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500, and lingual £4,000–£8,000, with payment plans widely offered.
Local Context for Ealing
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Ealing. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Ealing sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 14% of residents under 16, Ealing skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.4% of the 1,477 residents in Ealing's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (49), Ealing has more choice than 98% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Ealing are Ada Lovelace Church of England High School (0.7 miles) and The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls (0.8 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. Ealing's Local Authority area covers 112 schools and 57,704 pupils, according to DfE figures. Ealing's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ealing is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ealing itself. The nearest we do hold are Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, under a mile away; DrPachaOrthodontics in Acton, under a mile away; and Straight Talk Orthodontics in London, under a mile away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Greater London depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Expect private brace costs in Ealing to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Common Orthodontic Problems in Ealing
The orthodontists serving Ealing treat a broad spectrum of tooth and jaw problems. Patients across Ealing seek assessment for everything from mild crowding to complex bite misalignments. Understanding your condition is the first step to knowing what treatment can help.
Orthodontic Issues Seen in Ealing
Most people who seek treatment in Ealing present with one or more of the following — each treatable, and each explained below.
Orthodontics for Teens in Ealing
Teenage orthodontics in Ealing spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. It can have a lasting positive impact on confidence, dental health and facial development. A photo assessment is a low-pressure first step for a hesitant teenager.
Teen Orthodontics in Ealing — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Greater London depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Jaw Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Ealing
Not all orthodontic problems are purely about tooth position. Working out whether a problem is dental or skeletal is the critical first step. A photo assessment can help flag whether specialist referral is worth pursuing.
Skeletal Jaw Discrepancies
Skeletal underbite (Class III) occurs when the lower jaw is larger or more forward than the upper jaw. Mild cases can be addressed with camouflage orthodontics. Moderate to severe cases — particularly in adults — require orthognathic surgery to reposition one or both jaws.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Ealing
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ealing?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ealing is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Dickens Yard Dental Ealing (0.4 miles) and DrPachaOrthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ealing?
Our register has 49 practices within 5 miles of Ealing, 167 practices within 10 miles and 370 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Ealing?
The nearest practice to Ealing that mentions fixed braces is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dickens Yard Dental Ealing (0.4 miles) and DrPachaOrthodontics (0.6 miles).
Which towns are close to Ealing?
Ealing Broadway, Acton Central, Hanger Hill are within easy reach of Ealing.
How deprived is Ealing compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Ealing is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which NHS body covers Ealing for dental care?
Ealing sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How many families live in Ealing?
14% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What is the difference between ceramic and metal braces?
Mechanically they're the same — brackets bonded to each tooth. Metal is silver and the cheapest option; ceramic uses tooth-coloured or clear brackets for much less visibility, at a slightly higher price and with more care needed to avoid staining.
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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