Orthodontic practices near Highbury
On our practice register: 63 practices within 5 miles of Highbury, 173 practices within 10 and 371 practices within 20. The closest is Invisiblebraces4U Islington, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invisiblebraces4U IslingtonIslington | 0.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (451 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTONLondon | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 1.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, IslingtonIslington | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (214 reviews) |
| Brecknock DentalLondon | 1.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (1,198 reviews) |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 1.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 1.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Highbury with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Islington, 0.9 miles south; the next are London (1.1 miles south-west) and Highbury (1.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Islington | 4 | 0.9 miles south |
| London | 12 | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Highbury | 4 | 1.2 miles south |
| Barbican | 2 | 1.4 miles south |
| St. Ann's | 1 | 1.6 miles north |
| Stamford Hill | 1 | 2.0 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 Highbury
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry (5.0 from 331 reviews), 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The London Centre for Cosmetic DentistryLondon | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 1.2 miles south |
| e-LINE OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (88 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Flora Orthodontics LtdCamden Town | 5.0 (31 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Highbury at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Islington |
| 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 | 26,664 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,258 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 52.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 58.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,185 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 9.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 63 practices, more than 99% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 602nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.3% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | City of London Academy Highbury Grove — 0.1 miles Highbury Fields School — 0.2 miles St Mary Magdalene Academy — 0.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 47 schools, about 43,720 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 23,300 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 173 within 10 miles, 371 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | N5 |
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 Highbury
The nearest practice to Highbury is Invisiblebraces4U Islington, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 173 practices, and within 20 there are 371.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: London Orthodontic Clinic (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Invisiblebraces4U Islington (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Highbury 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 Highbury are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON in London, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Highbury
Greater London12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Highbury
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Highbury, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Greater London. Highbury — a market town with a population of around 26,664 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Highbury
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 4 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Highbury or nearby searches; 3 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 3 mention fixed braces; 0 include NHS signals and 5 include private treatment signals; 2 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 0, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Dr Clear Aligners London, Hampstead Orthodontic Practice, London City Smiles, and Treehouse Dental.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Highbury East, Islington, Mildmay, St. Peter's, Canonbury, and Highbury West can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Highbury in context
Highbury is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Highbury sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.4% of Highbury's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Highbury, 4.3% of the 2,258 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 63 orthodontic practices within five miles, Highbury is better served than 99% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Highbury attend schools such as City of London Academy Highbury Grove (0.1 miles) and Highbury Fields School (0.2 miles). 47 secondary schools are within three miles. Highbury's Local Authority area covers 70 schools and 23,300 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Highbury close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Highbury is about 2 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.
Facts about Highbury
Highbury has a population of around 26,664, making it a market town within Greater London. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Highbury East, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Highbury
Starting orthodontic treatment in Highbury 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. People from Highbury East, Mildmay and Islington regularly visit orthodontists in Highbury.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Highbury follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Highbury
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Highbury has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Highbury East, Mildmay and Islington regularly visit orthodontists in Highbury.
Treatment Options in Highbury — Local Context
4 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Highbury. Highbury — 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. Highbury's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,258 residents in the neighbourhood around Highbury, 4.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 63 orthodontic practices within five miles, Highbury is better served than 99% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Highbury attend schools such as City of London Academy Highbury Grove (0.1 miles) and Highbury Fields School (0.2 miles). 47 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 70 schools and 23,300 pupils in Highbury's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Highbury sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Highbury is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. Across the 4 orthodontic practices we hold records for near Highbury, 5 record private treatment; 3 advertise clear aligners and 3 advertise fixed braces; 2 mention payment plans or finance; and 1 offers a remote or online first consultation. On practical access, 2 list evening or weekend appointments and 1 records step-free or wheelchair access. They reflect what practices state publicly, which is a useful shortlist but not a substitute for asking directly. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. People from Highbury East, Mildmay, and Islington regularly make use of Highbury's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Highbury. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Highbury
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Highbury, Greater London with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Highbury East, Islington, Mildmay, St. Peter's, Canonbury, and Highbury West can help you compare a wider local area.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Highbury
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Highbury often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Highbury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Highbury is Invisiblebraces4U Islington, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON (1.1 miles) and London City Smiles (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Highbury?
Our register has 63 practices within 5 miles of Highbury, 173 practices within 10 miles and 371 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Highbury?
The nearest practice to Highbury that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON in London, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Angel Orthodontics (1.2 miles) and Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, Islington (1.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Highbury, Greater London?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Highbury, Greater London?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.