Orthodontic practices near Enfield Lock
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Enfield Lock, 64 practices within 10 and 319 practices within 20. The closest is The Lodge Dental Suite in Cheshunt, 1.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Dental SuiteCheshunt | 1.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (72 reviews) |
| New River Dental - EnfieldEnfield Town | 2.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (598 reviews) |
| Dental Arts Studio, EnfieldEnfield Town | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.9 (162 reviews) |
| Chingford Smile & Orthodontic StudioChingford | 3.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (143 reviews) |
| Alluring Smiles Dental Practice & Smile DesignChingford | 3.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (25 reviews) |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 3.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (418 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELDEnfield | 3.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Winchmore Hill Dental PracticeEnfield Town | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Enfield Lock with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cheshunt, 1.9 miles north; the next are Enfield Town (2.3 miles south-west) and Chingford (3.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cheshunt | 1 | 1.9 miles north |
| Enfield Town | 4 | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Chingford | 3 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Enfield | 1 | 3.1 miles west |
| Highams Park | 2 | 3.7 miles south |
| London | 4 | 3.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Enfield Lock
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.0 from 189 reviews), 6.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon | 5.0 (189 reviews) | 6.0 miles north |
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| New River Dental - EnfieldEnfield Town | 4.9 (598 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Enfield Lock at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Enfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 16,469 |
| Residents under 16 | 23.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,644 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,977 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 915th closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ark John Keats Academy — 0.4 miles Oasis Academy Enfield — 0.4 miles The Lea Valley Academy — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 18,727 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 107 schools, 55,209 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Lodge Dental Suite, Cheshunt — 2 miles New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town — 2 miles Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, Chingford — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 64 within 10 miles, 319 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 1 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 Enfield Lock
The nearest practice to Enfield Lock is The Lodge Dental Suite in Cheshunt, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 64 practices, and within 20 there are 319.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: New River Dental - Enfield (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Chingford Mount Dental Practice (3.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Enfield Lock list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Enfield Lock are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Enfield Lock
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Enfield Lock, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Greater London. Enfield Lock — a market town with a population of around 16,469 — is covered on this page specifically.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Freezy Water, Brimsdown, Enfield Highway, Enfield Island Village, Enfield Wash, and Turkey Street if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local provider signals in Enfield Lock
There is no orthodontist on our records in Enfield Lock itself. The nearest we do hold are The Lodge Dental Suite in Cheshunt, about 2 miles away; New River Dental - Enfield in Enfield Town, about 2 miles away; and Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, about 3 miles away.
Area profile for Enfield Lock
Enfield Lock is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 23.7% of Enfield Lock's residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,644 residents in the neighbourhood around Enfield Lock, 10.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Enfield Lock is better served than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Enfield Lock are Ark John Keats Academy (0.4 miles) and Oasis Academy Enfield (0.4 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 107 schools and 55,209 pupils across Enfield Lock's Local Authority. Enfield Lock's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Enfield Lock is about 10 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Local context for Enfield Lock
Enfield Lock has a population of around 16,469, making it a market town within Greater London. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Freezy Water, the closest linked location.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Enfield Lock
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Enfield Lock helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Enfield Lock
No orthodontic practice covers Enfield Lock directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Officially, Enfield Lock is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Enfield Lock. Enfield Lock skews family-heavy: 23.7% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,644 residents in the neighbourhood around Enfield Lock, 10.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Enfield Lock has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. Families in Enfield Lock are served by secondary schools including Ark John Keats Academy (0.4 miles) and Oasis Academy Enfield (0.4 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. Enfield Lock's Local Authority has 107 schools educating 55,209 pupils (DfE data). Enfield Lock's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Enfield Lock is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Enfield Lock
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Enfield Lock can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Enfield Lock
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Enfield Lock. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Enfield Lock
This part of the page places Enfield Lock, Greater London in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Freezy Water, Brimsdown, Enfield Highway, Enfield Island Village, Enfield Wash, and Turkey Street can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Enfield Lock
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Enfield Lock often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Enfield Lock?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Enfield Lock is The Lodge Dental Suite in Cheshunt, about 1.9 miles to the north. The next closest are New River Dental - Enfield (2.3 miles) and Dental Arts Studio, Enfield (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Enfield Lock?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Enfield Lock, 64 practices within 10 miles and 319 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Enfield Lock?
The nearest practice to Enfield Lock that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, about 3.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELD (3.1 miles) and Winchmore Hill Dental Practice (3.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Enfield Lock, Greater London?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Enfield Lock, Greater London?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.