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Orthodontic practices near Hoddesdon

On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Hoddesdon, 29 practices within 10 and 237 practices within 20. The closest is Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, 0.1 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics PracticeHoddesdon0.1 miles west✓–✓4.7 (320 reviews)
Hoddesdon Dental SurgeryHoddesdon0.3 miles south-west–––4.6 (79 reviews)
North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon0.3 miles south––✓5.0 (189 reviews)
The Barbara Castle Dental PracticeHarlow3.7 miles east–––4.2 (68 reviews)
Perfect Smile StudioHertford3.8 miles north-west–✓✓4.8 (166 reviews)
Herts OrthodonticsWare3.8 miles north✓✓✓4.8 (64 reviews)
The Lodge Dental SuiteCheshunt4.5 miles south–––4.9 (72 reviews)
Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow6.2 miles east–✓✓4.8 (289 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Hoddesdon with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hoddesdon, 0.1 miles west; the next are Harlow (3.7 miles east) and Hertford (3.8 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Hoddesdon30.1 miles west
Harlow13.7 miles east
Hertford13.8 miles north-west
Ware13.8 miles north
Cheshunt14.5 miles south
Old Harlow26.2 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hoddesdon

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.0 from 189 reviews), 0.3 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon5.0 (189 reviews)0.3 miles south
FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill5.0 (108 reviews)9.6 miles south
Neel DentistryWelwyn5.0 (98 reviews)10.0 miles north-west
Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield4.9 (1,129 reviews)9.3 miles west

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

Hoddesdon at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBroxbourne
NHS dental servicesNHS Central East Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Population35,174
Residents under 1615.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,994 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car13.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,024 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England
Access within Hertfordshire1st closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county5.6% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire
Nearest university dental hospitalUCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 17 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsRobert Barclay Academy — 0.5 miles
The John Warner School — 1.1 miles
The Broxbourne School — 1.5 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles3 schools, about 2,989 pupils (DfE)
Orthodontic practices on record3
Practices within 10 and 20 miles29 within 10 miles, 237 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsEN11

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 Hoddesdon

The nearest practice to Hoddesdon is Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, 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 29 practices, and within 20 there are 237.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Hoddesdon 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 Hoddesdon are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 17 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Hoddesdon

Hertfordshire12 nearby locations

Research orthodontic options in Hoddesdon

Orthodontist in Hoddesdon: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Hoddesdon, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Hertfordshire. Hoddesdon — a large town with a population of around 35,174 — is covered on this page specifically.

Local treatment availability around Hoddesdon

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 3 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Hoddesdon or nearby searches; 2 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 include NHS signals and 3 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, Hoddesdon Dental Surgery, and North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic.

Compare nearby areas

Related pages for Broxbourne, Rye Park, Spitalbrook, Glen Faba, High Leigh, and Dobb's Weir are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

The local picture in Hoddesdon

Hoddesdon — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Hoddesdon's under-16 share sits at 15.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,994 residents in the neighbourhood around Hoddesdon, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire. Hoddesdon has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Hoddesdon attend schools such as Robert Barclay Academy (0.5 miles) and The John Warner School (1.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Hoddesdon sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Hoddesdon is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Local context for Hoddesdon

Hoddesdon is home to around 35,174 people, classing it as a large town within Hertfordshire. Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Rye Park, the closest linked location.

The Orthodontic Journey in Hoddesdon

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Hoddesdon helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Rye Park, Broxbourne and Spitalbrook regularly visit orthodontists in Hoddesdon.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Hoddesdon

Every case in Hoddesdon follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

All Orthodontic Options in Hoddesdon Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Hoddesdon has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Rye Park, Broxbourne and Spitalbrook regularly visit orthodontists in Hoddesdon.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Hoddesdon

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Hoddesdon — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hoddesdon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Hoddesdon

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hoddesdon?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hoddesdon is Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, about 0.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Hoddesdon Dental Surgery (0.3 miles) and North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (0.3 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Hoddesdon?

Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Hoddesdon, 29 practices within 10 miles and 237 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hoddesdon?

The nearest practice to Hoddesdon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice, about 0.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Herts Orthodontics (3.8 miles) and Old Harlow Dental Practice (6.4 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hoddesdon, 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 Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleHoddesdon, Hertfordshire Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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