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Orthodontic practices near Frithsden

On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Frithsden, 56 practices within 10 and 179 practices within 20. The closest is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, 2.6 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Chaulden Dental PracticeHemel Hempstead2.6 miles south-east✓–✓4.7 (154 reviews)
Quality Affordable DentistryHemel Hempstead2.8 miles south-east✓✓✓5.0 (96 reviews)
Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts EndApsley3.1 miles south-east✓–✓4.8 (329 reviews)
Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant CentreHemel Hempstead3.2 miles south-east✓✓✓4.5 (137 reviews)
Orthoplus Hemel hempsteadHemel Hempstead3.3 miles south-east✓✓✓4.2 (61 reviews)
Fitze Dental ClinicsHemel Hempstead3.9 miles south-east✓––4.9 (197 reviews)
Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead3.9 miles south-east✓✓✓5.0 (158 reviews)
Floss and Smile Dental PracticeDunstable5.8 miles north–––4.9 (237 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Frithsden with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hemel Hempstead, 2.6 miles south-east; the next are Apsley (3.1 miles south-east) and Dunstable (5.8 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Hemel Hempstead62.6 miles south-east
Apsley13.1 miles south-east
Dunstable65.8 miles north
Redbourn15.9 miles east
Tring16.0 miles west
Harpenden87.7 miles east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Frithsden

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Landmark Dental in Hemel Hempstead (5.0 from 158 reviews), 3.9 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead5.0 (158 reviews)3.9 miles south-east
Bow House Dental Invisalign, Veneers, Bonding, Braces & Implants in TringTring5.0 (138 reviews)6.0 miles west
Wayside Dental PracticeHarpenden5.0 (126 reviews)7.7 miles east
Quality Affordable DentistryHemel Hempstead5.0 (96 reviews)2.8 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Frithsden at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDacorum
NHS dental servicesNHS Central East Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1617% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,565 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre221 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England
Access within Hertfordshire271st closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.9% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire
Nearest university dental hospitalUCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 25 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsJohn F Kennedy Catholic School — 1.9 miles
Ashlyns School — 2.3 miles
Laureate Academy — 2.5 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles3 schools, about 3,337 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesChaulden Dental Practice, Hemel Hempstead — 3 miles
Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End, Apsley — 3 miles
Floss and Smile Dental Practice, Dunstable — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles56 within 10 miles, 179 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 Frithsden

The nearest practice to Frithsden is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 56 practices, and within 20 there are 179.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Orthoplus Hemel hempstead (3.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Frithsden list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Frithsden are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Frithsden

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Orthodontic treatment options in Frithsden

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Frithsden, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Frithsden with the wider Hertfordshire area.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Nettleden, Potten End, Great Gaddesden, Fields End, Hudnall, and Pouchen End.

Local treatment availability around Frithsden

There is no orthodontist on our records in Frithsden itself. The nearest recorded are Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, about 3 miles away; Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, about 3 miles away; and Floss and Smile Dental Practice in Dunstable, about 6 miles away.

Frithsden in context

Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Frithsden sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Frithsden's under-16 share sits at 17%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Frithsden, 7.9% of the 1,565 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Frithsden is better served than 66% of towns in England. Families in Frithsden are served by secondary schools including John F Kennedy Catholic School (1.9 miles) and Ashlyns School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Frithsden's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Frithsden is about 25 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.

About Frithsden

Just under 1 km east, Nettleden is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Frithsden

Starting orthodontic treatment in Frithsden can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Frithsden

How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Frithsden. Frithsden is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. 17% of Frithsden's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Frithsden, 7.9% of the 1,565 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Frithsden has more choice than 66% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Frithsden attend schools such as John F Kennedy Catholic School (1.9 miles) and Ashlyns School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Frithsden falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Frithsden is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Frithsden

The orthodontic landscape in Frithsden offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Frithsden

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 Frithsden. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Frithsden

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Frithsden often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Frithsden?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Frithsden is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, about 2.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Quality Affordable Dentistry (2.8 miles) and Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End (3.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Frithsden?

Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Frithsden, 56 practices within 10 miles and 179 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Frithsden?

The nearest practice to Frithsden that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chaulden Dental Practice in Hemel Hempstead, about 2.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Quality Affordable Dentistry (2.8 miles) and Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End (3.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Frithsden, Hertfordshire?

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 Frithsden, Hertfordshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleFrithsden, Hertfordshire Clear Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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