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Orthodontic practices near Ingatestone

On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Ingatestone, 45 practices within 10 and 156 practices within 20. The closest is Billericay Orthodontics, 2.9 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Billericay OrthodonticsBillericay2.9 miles south-east––✓4.9 (20 reviews)
Billericay Dental StudioBillericay3.4 miles south-east––✓5.0 (190 reviews)
Billericay Dental CareBillericay3.5 miles south-east✓–✓4.7 (559 reviews)
DentalKindBillericay3.5 miles south-east–✓✓4.9 (164 reviews)
The Dental Works BrentwoodBrentwood3.5 miles south-west–––4.9 (110 reviews)
Talbot DentalShenfield3.6 miles south-west––✓4.9 (146 reviews)
The Dental Practice ShenfieldShenfield3.7 miles south-west–✓✓4.9 (107 reviews)
Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practiceBrentwood3.8 miles south-west–––4.9 (66 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Ingatestone with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Billericay, 2.9 miles south-east; the next are Brentwood (3.5 miles south-west) and Shenfield (3.6 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Billericay52.9 miles south-east
Brentwood73.5 miles south-west
Shenfield23.6 miles south-west
Chelmsford105.2 miles north-east
Wickford47.0 miles south-east
Romford17.3 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 Ingatestone

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile HQ - Exceptional Dentistry in Brentwood (5.0 from 494 reviews), 4.9 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Smile HQ - Exceptional DentistryBrentwood5.0 (494 reviews)4.9 miles south-west
Billericay Dental StudioBillericay5.0 (190 reviews)3.4 miles south-east
Grange Green Dental PracticeBillericay5.0 (127 reviews)4.5 miles south-east
Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford5.0 (120 reviews)7.1 miles north-east

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

Ingatestone at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBrentwood
NHS dental servicesNHS Essex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Population5,620
Residents under 1617.1% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,523 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 26.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre121 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health14.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England
Access within Essex285th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.7% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal London Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsAnglo European School — 0.4 miles
Mayflower High School — 3.0 miles
Shenfield High School — 3.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 1,533 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesBillericay Orthodontics, Billericay — 3 miles
The Dental Works Brentwood, Brentwood — 4 miles
Talbot Dental, Shenfield — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles45 within 10 miles, 156 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsCM4

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 Ingatestone

The nearest practice to Ingatestone is Billericay Orthodontics, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 45 practices, and within 20 there are 156.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Billericay Dental Care (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 23 of the practices around Ingatestone list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ingatestone are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Billericay Dental Care, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ingatestone

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Research orthodontic options in Ingatestone

Orthodontist in Ingatestone: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Ingatestone often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Ingatestone or another part of Essex. Ingatestone — a small town with a population of around 5,620 — is covered on this page specifically.

More local pages to browse

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Fryerning, Padham's Green, Beggar Hill, Handley Green, Mountnessing, and Margaretting may also help.

Useful local orthodontic context for Ingatestone

There is no orthodontist on our records in Ingatestone itself. The nearest we do hold are Billericay Orthodontics, about 3 miles away; The Dental Works Brentwood, about 4 miles away; and Talbot Dental in Shenfield, about 4 miles away.

What official data says about Ingatestone

Ingatestone — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 17.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,523 residents in Ingatestone's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.9% average across Essex. Ingatestone has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 81% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Ingatestone are Anglo European School (0.4 miles) and Mayflower High School (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Ingatestone is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ingatestone is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.

Where Ingatestone sits locally

Around 5,620 people live in Ingatestone, which is a small town within Essex. Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Fryerning, the closest linked location.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ingatestone

Patients in Ingatestone have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ingatestone

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

The Orthodontic Journey in Ingatestone

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ingatestone helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Treatment in Ingatestone runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Ingatestone

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ingatestone?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ingatestone is Billericay Orthodontics, about 2.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Billericay Dental Studio (3.4 miles) and Billericay Dental Care (3.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ingatestone?

Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Ingatestone, 45 practices within 10 miles and 156 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ingatestone?

The nearest practice to Ingatestone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Billericay Dental Care, about 3.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Grange Green Dental Practice (4.5 miles) and Ongar Road Dental Practice (4.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ingatestone, Essex?

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 Ingatestone, Essex?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleIngatestone, Essex Clear Aligners | Get a Quote Online
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Published1 June 2022
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