Orthodontic practices near Higham Hill
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of Higham Hill, 139 practices within 10 and 358 practices within 20. The closest is Forest Dental Care in Walthamstow, 0.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Dental CareWalthamstow | 0.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (477 reviews) |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 1.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (307 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC CHINGFORDLondon | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Chingford Mount Dental PracticeHighams Park | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (635 reviews) |
| Ardent SmileStamford Hill | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (267 reviews) |
| North Square Dental PracticeEdmonton | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.1 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Higham Hill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Walthamstow, 0.4 miles south-east; the next are Highams Park (1.7 miles north-east) and London (1.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Walthamstow | 1 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Highams Park | 2 | 1.7 miles north-east |
| London | 3 | 1.7 miles north |
| Stamford Hill | 1 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Edmonton | 1 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| St. Ann's | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Higham Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill (5.0 from 108 reviews), 3.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-east |
| Finchley OrthodonticsCrouch End | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 4.2 miles west |
| New River Dental - EnfieldEnfield Town | 4.9 (598 reviews) | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 3.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Patients in Higham Hill have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Higham Hill offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Higham Hill
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Higham Hill — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
- Fixed braces (metal, ceramic or lingual) — the widest case coverage, and the only NHS-funded route for eligible under-18s.
- Clear aligners — removable, discreet, best suited to mild-to-moderate cases with consistent wear.
- Invisalign — the market-leading aligner brand, with the widest case range among aligner systems.
- Full cost breakdown for every option: costs in Higham Hill.
- NHS eligibility and the referral pathway: NHS orthodontics in Higham Hill.
Treatment Options in Higham Hill — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Higham Hill itself; the nearest dentist, Inspire Dental Walthamstow, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Higham Hill's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Higham Hill falls under NHS North East London Integrated Care Board. 20.1% of Higham Hill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,037 residents in the neighbourhood around Higham Hill, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Higham Hill has 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in England. 31% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Higham Hill are served by secondary schools including Willowfield School (0.5 miles) and Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest (0.6 miles). 30 secondary schools are within three miles. Higham Hill's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 43,161 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Higham Hill sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Higham Hill is about 5 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Higham Hill. The nearest we do hold are Forest Dental Care in Walthamstow, under a mile away; Oak Hill Dental and Implant Centre in Highams Park, about 2 miles away; and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC CHINGFORD in London, about 2 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Expect private orthodontic treatment costs in Higham Hill to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments in Higham Hill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Higham Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Higham Hill is Forest Dental Care in Walthamstow, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Oak Hill Dental and Implant Centre (1.7 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC CHINGFORD (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Higham Hill?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of Higham Hill, 139 practices within 10 miles and 358 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Higham Hill?
The nearest practice to Higham Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Forest Dental Care in Walthamstow, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC CHINGFORD (1.7 miles) and Chingford Mount Dental Practice (1.9 miles).
Is Higham Hill well served by schools?
DfE figures put 84 schools and 43,161 pupils across Higham Hill's Local Authority.
Does Higham Hill have a dental practice?
Higham Hill has no orthodontic practice of its own, but Inspire Dental Walthamstow is under a mile away and, like any general dentist, can assess and refer for orthodontic treatment.
What kind of area is Higham Hill?
By ONS classification, Higham Hill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What county is Higham Hill in?
Higham Hill falls within Greater London.
Is there a treatment suitable for adults?
Every treatment type suits adults with good dental health — aligners, ceramic and lingual braces are especially popular for their discretion. No upper age limit applies, though a gum health check is sensible first.
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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