NHS Treatment in Fortune Green at a Glance
| 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) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of 1,922 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist, Kilburn — under a mile; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hampstead School — 0.5 miles Queens Park Community School — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% of residents 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 listing NHS orthodontics near Fortune Green
On our practice register: 81 practices within 5 miles of Fortune Green, 179 practices within 10 and 393 practices within 20. The closest is Malmin Orthodontics in Kilburn, 0.5 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | HygienistKilburn | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (647 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOODLondon | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| [le] dentalKilburn | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (238 reviews) |
| Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic CentreLondon | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (129 reviews) |
| ST JOHNS WOOD ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| SOHO ORTHODONTICSLondon | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fortune Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Kilburn, 0.6 miles south; the next are London (0.8 miles north-west) and Soho (3.2 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 Fortune Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is [le] dental in Kilburn (5.0 from 238 reviews), 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| [le] dentalKilburn | 5.0 (238 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic CentreLondon | 4.9 (129 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 4.8 (309 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Fortune Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Dental Perfection, 1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist, Kilburn, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Fortune Green are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Fortune Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Greater London.
NHS vs Private Fees in Fortune Green
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Fortune Green typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Fortune Green?
Many patients in Greater London wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Fortune Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS waiting times in Greater London are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Fortune Green — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Fortune Green falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. In the census neighbourhood around Fortune Green, 6.7% of the 1,922 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Fortune Green is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away. Fortune Green 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 puts 16.6% of Fortune Green's population at under 16. Families in Fortune Green are served by secondary schools including Hampstead School (0.5 miles) and Queens Park Community School (1.0 miles). 31 secondary schools are within three miles. Fortune Green's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 28,805 pupils, according to DfE figures. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (80), Fortune Green has more choice than 99% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Fortune Green itself. The closest on record are Malmin Orthodontics in Kilburn, under a mile away; ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOOD in London, under a mile away; and St Johns Wood Orthodontic Clinic in Abbey Road, about a mile away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Fortune Green
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Fortune Green comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Greater London apply the same national criteria consistently. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Fortune Green — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Greater London vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Fortune Green
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Fortune Green
Children in Fortune Green who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Fortune Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fortune Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fortune Green is Malmin Orthodontics in Kilburn, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist (0.6 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOOD (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fortune Green?
Our register has 81 practices within 5 miles of Fortune Green, 179 practices within 10 miles and 393 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fortune Green?
The nearest practice to Fortune Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist in Kilburn, about 0.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOOD (0.8 miles) and [le] dental (0.9 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Fortune Green?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Fortune Green?
ONS classifies Fortune Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is Fortune Green well served by schools?
DfE figures put 89 schools and 28,805 pupils across Fortune Green's Local Authority.
How deprived is Fortune Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Fortune Green is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How much do NHS braces cost?
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
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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