Orthodontic practices near Finsbury
On our practice register: 73 practices within 5 miles of Finsbury, 186 practices within 10 and 373 practices within 20. The closest is London City Smiles in Highbury, 0.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London City SmilesHighbury | 0.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, IslingtonIslington | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (214 reviews) |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 0.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTONLondon | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Invisiblebraces4U IslingtonIslington | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (451 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Finsbury with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Highbury, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Islington (0.3 miles north-east) and London (0.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Highbury | 2 | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Islington | 4 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| London | 13 | 0.4 miles north |
| Barbican | 2 | 0.6 miles east |
| Holborn | 1 | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Camden Town | 1 | 1.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Finsbury
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Angel Orthodontics in Islington (5.0 from 93 reviews), 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 0.3 miles north-east |
| e-LINE OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (88 reviews) | 1.8 miles west |
| Origin OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (85 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Flora Orthodontics LtdCamden Town | 5.0 (31 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Finsbury at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Islington |
| 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,501 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.1% aged 16 to 24 and 40.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 64.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,375 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 73 practices, more than 99% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 73rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School — 0.3 miles City of London Academy Islington — 0.7 miles Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 53 schools, about 49,033 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 23,300 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | London City Smiles, Highbury — under a mile Angel Orthodontics, Islington — under a mile ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON, London — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 186 within 10 miles, 373 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 Finsbury
Finsbury has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: London City Smiles in Highbury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 186 practices, and within 20 there are 373.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Clear Aligners London (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Invisiblebraces4U Islington (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Finsbury list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Finsbury are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Angel Orthodontics in Islington, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Finsbury
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Orthodontist in Finsbury: People weighing up braces or aligners in Finsbury can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It connects local orthodontic research in Finsbury with the wider Greater London area.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Pentonville, Clerkenwell, Farringdon Without, King's Cross, St Luke's, and Aldersgate.
Finsbury in context
Finsbury is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 11.9% of Finsbury's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,501 residents in the neighbourhood around Finsbury, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (73), Finsbury has more choice than 99% of towns in England. Families in Finsbury are served by secondary schools including Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School (0.3 miles) and City of London Academy Islington (0.7 miles). 53 secondary schools are within three miles. Finsbury's Local Authority has 70 schools educating 23,300 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Finsbury among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Finsbury is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, under a mile away.
A quick look at Finsbury
Pentonville is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Finsbury.
What local practice data suggests in Finsbury
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Finsbury itself. The nearest we do hold are London City Smiles in Highbury, under a mile away; Angel Orthodontics in Islington, under a mile away; and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON in London, under a mile away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Finsbury
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Finsbury helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Finsbury
Treatment in Finsbury runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Finsbury Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Finsbury can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Finsbury
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 Finsbury practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Finsbury. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Finsbury
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Finsbury, Greater London alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Pentonville, Clerkenwell, Farringdon Without, King's Cross, St Luke's, and Aldersgate.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Finsbury
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Finsbury often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Finsbury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Finsbury is London City Smiles in Highbury, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Angel Orthodontics (0.3 miles) and Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, Islington (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Finsbury?
Our register has 73 practices within 5 miles of Finsbury, 186 practices within 10 miles and 373 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Finsbury?
The nearest practice to Finsbury that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Angel Orthodontics in Islington, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, Islington (0.3 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON (0.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Finsbury, 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 Finsbury, Greater London?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.