Retainers in East Putney at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Ethicare Dental Practice, Putney — under a mile; 14 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Ridgway Dental - Wimbledon, Morden — 2.7 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Ethicare Dental Practice, Putney — under a mile; 11 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.7% of 2,587 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 67 within 5 miles, 202 within 10, 358 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 58.7% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 14,274 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 near East Putney listing retainers
On our practice register: 67 practices within 5 miles of East Putney, 202 practices within 10 and 358 practices within 20. The closest is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, 0.4 miles west. The nearest listing retainers is Ethicare Dental Practice, 0.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethicare Dental PracticePutney | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Progressive DentistryFulham | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (764 reviews) |
| Redhead OrthodonticsFulham | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (17 reviews) |
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (607 reviews) |
| 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed BracesMorden | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (156 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to East Putney with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Putney, 0.4 miles west; the next are Fulham (0.8 miles north) and Morden (1.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Putney | 1 | 0.4 miles west |
| Fulham | 4 | 0.8 miles north |
| Morden | 2 | 1.9 miles south-east |
| London | 2 | 2.4 miles north |
| Shepherds Bush | 2 | 2.4 miles north |
| Battersea | 1 | 2.7 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 East Putney
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), 1.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 1.2 miles north |
| Merton Dental WimbledonWimbledon | 5.0 (161 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
| Redhead OrthodonticsFulham | 5.0 (17 reviews) | 1.0 miles north |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 4.9 (764 reviews) | 1.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near East Putney
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Ethicare Dental Practice, Putney (under a mile) | Progressive Dentistry (under a mile); Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1 miles) | 14 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Ridgway Dental - Wimbledon, Morden (2.7 miles) | Orthosmile Earl's Court (2.8 miles) | 2 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Ethicare Dental Practice, Putney (under a mile) | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces (1.9 miles); Dental Rooms Wimbledon (2.5 miles) | 11 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Progressive Dentistry, Fulham (under a mile) | Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1 miles); Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (1.2 miles) | 10 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Practices across East Putney usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Services in East Putney
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering East Putney — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Officially, East Putney is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in East Putney falls under NHS South West London Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.8% of East Putney's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around East Putney, 3.7% of the 2,587 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (65), East Putney has more choice than 99% of towns in England. 22.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to East Putney are Ashcroft Technology Academy (0.3 miles) and Ark Putney Academy (0.8 miles). 26 secondary schools are within three miles. East Putney's Local Authority has 111 schools educating 40,746 pupils (DfE data). East Putney falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to East Putney is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 6 miles away. See local practice availability in East Putney → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in East Putney generally sit between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in East Putney can usually provide replacement retainers.
Retainer Options in East Putney
Fixed (bonded) retainers sit permanently behind the front teeth as a discreet bonded wire, holding the result with zero patient effort. The trade-off is cleaning: floss threaders or interdental brushes are needed to keep the area healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in East Putney now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
Modern practice is lifelong retention for removable retainers — daily wear at first, easing to nights only long-term. Stopping entirely, even years later, remains the commonest cause of teeth drifting back.
Because a fixed retainer removes the compliance question entirely, it's the surest safeguard against long-term drift.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Life After Braces in East Putney
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in East Putney. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Protecting Your Result After Treatment in East Putney
Two things keep a result stable long-term: a fixed retainer you don't have to think about, and a removable one worn consistently at night. Skipping the removable retainer for even a few weeks is often enough for a tooth to start shifting back.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in East Putney
Where is the nearest orthodontist to East Putney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to East Putney is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, about 0.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Progressive Dentistry (0.8 miles) and Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near East Putney?
Our register has 67 practices within 5 miles of East Putney, 202 practices within 10 miles and 358 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near East Putney?
The nearest practice to East Putney that lists retainers is Ethicare Dental Practice in Putney, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Progressive Dentistry (0.8 miles) and Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1.0 miles).
Is East Putney a family area?
Around 13.8% of East Putney's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which NHS body covers East Putney for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in East Putney falls under NHS South West London Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near East Putney?
Putney, Munster, Wandsworth are within easy reach of East Putney.
How many pupils are in East Putney's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 111 schools and 40,746 pupils across East Putney's Local Authority.
I lost my retainer — what should I do?
Contact an orthodontist as soon as possible to arrange a replacement. In the meantime, if you have an old retainer that still fits reasonably well, wear it to minimise movement. Most practices can make a new Essix retainer within a few days from a fresh scan or impression.
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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