Orthodontic practices near Hammerfield
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Hammerfield, 55 practices within 10 and 223 practices within 20. The closest is Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts EndApsley | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (329 reviews) |
| Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant CentreHemel Hempstead | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (137 reviews) |
| Orthoplus Hemel hempsteadHemel Hempstead | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (61 reviews) |
| Chaulden Dental PracticeHemel Hempstead | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (154 reviews) |
| Quality Affordable DentistryHemel Hempstead | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Fitze Dental ClinicsHemel Hempstead | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (197 reviews) |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Redbourn Dental PracticeRedbourn | 4.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hammerfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Apsley, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are Hemel Hempstead (0.5 miles north-east) and Redbourn (4.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Apsley | 1 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| Hemel Hempstead | 6 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Redbourn | 1 | 4.9 miles north-east |
| St Albans | 11 | 5.4 miles east |
| Watford | 6 | 6.5 miles south-east |
| Harpenden | 5 | 6.9 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 Hammerfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant Centre in St Albans (5.0 from 184 reviews), 6.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (184 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 6.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hammerfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dacorum |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,538 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 35.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,835 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 37th closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.9% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hemel Hempstead School — 0.1 miles Laureate Academy — 0.5 miles John F Kennedy Catholic School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,393 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End, Apsley — under a mile Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre, Hemel Hempstead — under a mile Redbourn Dental Practice, Redbourn — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 223 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 Hammerfield
Hammerfield has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 223.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Orthoplus Hemel hempstead (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Hammerfield list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hammerfield are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hammerfield
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Orthodontist in Hammerfield: Before booking anything in Hammerfield, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Hertfordshire.
Useful local orthodontic context for Hammerfield
There is no orthodontist on our records in Hammerfield itself. The nearest we do hold are Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, under a mile away; Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre in Hemel Hempstead, under a mile away; and Redbourn Dental Practice, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Hammerfield
ONS classifies Hammerfield as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Hammerfield falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Hammerfield's under-16 share sits at 19.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Hammerfield, 8.9% of the 1,538 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hammerfield is better served than 69% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Hammerfield are The Hemel Hempstead School (0.1 miles) and Laureate Academy (0.5 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Hammerfield is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Hammerfield is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Compare nearby areas
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Boxmoor, Counters End, Apsley, Corner Hall, Frogmore End, and Two Waters.
Where Hammerfield sits locally
Boxmoor is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Hammerfield.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Hammerfield
Patients in Hammerfield have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Hammerfield
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Hammerfield — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Hammerfield
Many people in Hammerfield delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Hammerfield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hammerfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hammerfield
These links help widen your research beyond Hammerfield, Hertfordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. Nearby pages covering Boxmoor, Counters End, Apsley, Corner Hall, Frogmore End, and Two Waters may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hammerfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hammerfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hammerfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hammerfield is Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (0.5 miles) and Orthoplus Hemel hempstead (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hammerfield?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Hammerfield, 55 practices within 10 miles and 223 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hammerfield?
The nearest practice to Hammerfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hemel Smile Studios, Bennetts End in Apsley, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Alexandra Dental Cosmetic & Implant Centre (0.5 miles) and Orthoplus Hemel hempstead (0.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hammerfield, Hertfordshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hammerfield, Hertfordshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.