Orthodontic practices near Howe Street
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Howe Street, 20 practices within 10 and 94 practices within 20. The closest is Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, 3.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Dental PracticeChelmsford | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (75 reviews) |
| Braintree Dental StudioBraintree | 4.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (268 reviews) |
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 4.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (120 reviews) |
| Pure Orthodontics- Specialist Orthodontist Chelmsford & Dental CareChelmsford | 4.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (428 reviews) |
| PURE ORTHODONTICSChelmsford | 4.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Goodleigh Dental PracticeChelmsford | 5.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (332 reviews) |
| Elton Dental SurgeryChelmsford | 5.1 miles south | – | – | – | 3.2 (12 reviews) |
| The Dental Abode (formerly Down Town Dental Clinic)Chelmsford | 5.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Howe Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chelmsford, 3.8 miles south; the next are Braintree (4.2 miles north-east) and Witham (7.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford | 13 | 3.8 miles south |
| Braintree | 3 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Witham | 4 | 7.6 miles east |
| Billericay | 4 | 11.7 miles south |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 13.2 miles west |
| Ford | 1 | 13.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Howe Street
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Billericay Dental Studio (5.0 from 190 reviews), 12.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Billericay Dental StudioBillericay | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 12.8 miles south |
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 13.4 miles south |
| Blue Sky DentalChelmsford | 4.9 (596 reviews) | 5.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Howe Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chelmsford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,373 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 73 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Essex | 392nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.7% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chelmer Valley High School — 2.7 miles The Beaulieu Park School — 3.8 miles St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,200 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Springfield Dental Practice, Chelmsford — 4 miles Braintree Dental Studio, Braintree — 4 miles Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in Witham, Witham — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 94 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 Howe Street
The nearest practice to Howe Street is Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, 3.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 94.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Dental Abode (formerly Down Town Dental Clinic) (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Howe Street list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Howe Street are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Howe Street
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Orthodontist in Howe Street: This page was put together for people in Howe Street who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Essex.
What we know about practices near Howe Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Howe Street itself. The closest on record are Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, about 4 miles away; Braintree Dental Studio, about 4 miles away; and Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in Witham, about 8 miles away.
Howe Street at a glance
Just around 2 km east, Chatham Green is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Great Waltham, Littley Green, Broad's Green, Hartford End, Minnow End, and Little Waltham.
What official data says about Howe Street
Howe Street — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 17.8% of Howe Street's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,373 residents in the neighbourhood around Howe Street, 9.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Howe Street is better served than 64% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Howe Street attend schools such as Chelmer Valley High School (2.7 miles) and The Beaulieu Park School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Howe Street's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Howe Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
The Orthodontic Journey in Howe Street
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Howe Street helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Howe Street
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Howe Street — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Howe Street
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Howe Street has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Treatment Options in Howe Street — Local Context
Practices serving Howe Street differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Howe Street is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Essex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Howe Street. Census figures show 17.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,373 residents in the neighbourhood around Howe Street, 9.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Howe Street has more choice than 64% of towns in England. Families in Howe Street are served by secondary schools including Chelmer Valley High School (2.7 miles) and The Beaulieu Park School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Howe Street is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Howe Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Howe Street itself. The closest on record are Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, about 4 miles away; Braintree Dental Studio, about 4 miles away; and Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in Witham, about 8 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Howe Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Howe Street
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Howe Street, Essex, these local links help you keep browsing. This page links onward to Great Waltham, Littley Green, Broad's Green, Hartford End, Minnow End, and Little Waltham for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Howe Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Howe Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Howe Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Howe Street is Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, about 3.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Braintree Dental Studio (4.2 miles) and Aloe Vera Dental Studio (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Howe Street?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Howe Street, 20 practices within 10 miles and 94 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Howe Street?
The nearest practice to Howe Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Springfield Dental Practice in Chelmsford, about 3.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include PURE ORTHODONTICS (4.9 miles) and Goodleigh Dental Practice (5.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Howe Street, Essex?
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 Howe Street, Essex?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.