Orthodontic practices near Headstone
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Headstone, 124 practices within 10 and 368 practices within 20. The closest is Complete Smiles in Harrow, 0.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete SmilesHarrow | 0.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (740 reviews) |
| Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate )Northolt | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (83 reviews) |
| Pearl Dental and Aesthetics CentreHarrow | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (320 reviews) |
| Woodlands OrthodonticsNortholt | 1.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (32 reviews) |
| Wembley Orthodontic & AestheticsHarrow on the Hill | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (158 reviews) |
| WEMBLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTREWembley | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| West House DentalPinner | 2.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (259 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS EDGEWAREEdgware | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Headstone with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Harrow, 0.7 miles south; the next are Northolt (0.7 miles south-east) and Harrow on the Hill (1.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Harrow | 3 | 0.7 miles south |
| Northolt | 3 | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Harrow on the Hill | 1 | 1.9 miles south-east |
| Wembley | 1 | 1.9 miles south-east |
| Pinner | 1 | 2.0 miles west |
| Edgware | 3 | 2.2 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 Headstone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is West House Dental in Pinner (5.0 from 259 reviews), 2.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West House DentalPinner | 5.0 (259 reviews) | 2.0 miles west |
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 5.3 miles south |
| J&R DentalRuislip | 4.9 (288 reviews) | 3.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Headstone at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Harrow |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 14,900 |
| Residents under 16 | 22.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,634 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 42.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 43.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,346 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 23 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 461st closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitefriars School — 0.6 miles The Sacred Heart Language College — 0.7 miles Salvatorian Roman Catholic College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 20 schools, about 27,832 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 71 schools, 42,333 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Complete Smiles, Harrow — under a mile Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate ), Northolt — under a mile Wembley Orthodontic & Aesthetics, Harrow on the Hill — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 124 within 10 miles, 368 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | The Clocktower Dental Practice — under a mile |
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 Headstone
Headstone has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Complete Smiles in Harrow is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 124 practices, and within 20 there are 368.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Pearl Dental and Aesthetics Centre (1.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Wembley Orthodontic & Aesthetics (1.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Headstone 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 Headstone are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate ) in Northolt, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Headstone
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Orthodontist in Headstone: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Headstone, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Greater London. Headstone — a market town with a population of around 14,900 — is covered on this page specifically.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for Greenhill, Headstone South, Wealdstone, Harrow, Harrow Weald, and Headstone North if you are weighing up more than one location.
Where Headstone sits locally
Headstone is home to around 14,900 people, classing it as a market town within Greater London. Headstone South is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Headstone.
Local treatment availability around Headstone
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Headstone itself. The nearest recorded are Complete Smiles in Harrow, under a mile away; Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate ) in Northolt, under a mile away; and Wembley Orthodontic & Aesthetics in Harrow on the Hill, about 2 miles away.
Area profile for Headstone
Headstone — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 22.8% of Headstone's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Headstone, 7% of the 2,634 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. With 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, Headstone is better served than 93% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Headstone are Whitefriars School (0.6 miles) and The Sacred Heart Language College (0.7 miles). 20 secondary schools are within three miles. Headstone's Local Authority area covers 71 schools and 42,333 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Headstone close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Headstone is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Headstone
Starting orthodontic treatment in Headstone can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Headstone
There's no orthodontist on record in Headstone itself; the nearest dentist, The Clocktower Dental Practice, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Headstone 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. Headstone skews family-heavy: 22.8% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 2,634 residents in the neighbourhood around Headstone, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, Headstone is better served than 93% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Headstone are Whitefriars School (0.6 miles) and The Sacred Heart Language College (0.7 miles). 20 secondary schools are within three miles. Headstone's Local Authority has 71 schools educating 42,333 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Headstone close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Headstone is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Headstone
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Headstone has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Headstone
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 Headstone practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Headstone. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Headstone
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Headstone, Greater London with surrounding locations. You can also browse nearby location pages including Greenhill, Headstone South, Wealdstone, Harrow, Harrow Weald, and Headstone North.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Headstone
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Headstone often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Headstone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Headstone is Complete Smiles in Harrow, about 0.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate ) (0.7 miles) and Pearl Dental and Aesthetics Centre (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Headstone?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Headstone, 124 practices within 10 miles and 368 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Headstone?
The nearest practice to Headstone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Angle House Orthodontics ( Highgate ) in Northolt, about 0.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Pearl Dental and Aesthetics Centre (1.3 miles) and Woodlands Orthodontics (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Headstone, Greater London?
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 Headstone, Greater London?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.