Costs in Mayfair at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics, London — under a mile; 24 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Origin Orthodontics, London — under a mile; 8 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 86 within 5 miles, 190 within 10, 371 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 43.1% aged 25 to 49 of 1,205 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Greater London | 291st closest to a practice of 973 places in the county; the county median is 0.7 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Mayfair that list payment plans
On our practice register: 86 practices within 5 miles of Mayfair, 190 practices within 10 and 371 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics in London, 0.5 miles north. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Origin Orthodontics, 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos OrthodonticsLondon | 0.5 miles north | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (206 reviews) |
| Origin OrthodonticsLondon | 0.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (85 reviews) |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
| BASS ORTHODONTICSLondon | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE LONDON LINGUAL ORTHODONTICS CLINICLondon | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Sensu London BridgeSoho | 0.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (1,326 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mayfair with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is London, 0.5 miles north; the next are Soho (0.6 miles north) and Battersea (0.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 14 | 0.5 miles north |
| Soho | 4 | 0.6 miles north |
| Battersea | 5 | 0.8 miles south |
| Camden Town | 1 | 1.3 miles north |
| Chelsea | 1 | 1.3 miles south-west |
| City of Westminster | 1 | 1.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mayfair
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is UK Smile in London (5.0 from 203 reviews), 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 5.0 (137 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-west |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| SW3 DentalBattersea | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Mayfair, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.7 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Mayfair
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Origin Orthodontics, London (under a mile) | Sensu London Bridge (under a mile); The London Smile Clinic (under a mile) | 7 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Origin Orthodontics, London (under a mile) | Bass Orthodontics (under a mile); Sensu London Bridge (under a mile) | 8 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Bass Orthodontics, Soho (under a mile) | BASS ORTHODONTICS (under a mile); THE LONDON LINGUAL ORTHODONTICS CLINIC (under a mile) | 12 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics, London (under a mile) | Origin Orthodontics (under a mile); Bass Orthodontics (under a mile) | 24 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics, London (under a mile) | Origin Orthodontics (under a mile); Bass Orthodontics (under a mile) | 17 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Origin Orthodontics, London (under a mile) | Bass Orthodontics (under a mile); Sensu London Bridge (under a mile) | 14 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The cost of straightening teeth in Mayfair runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Mayfair
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Mayfair offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
Cost Context for Mayfair
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Mayfair generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Orthodontic practices in and around Mayfair vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. By ONS classification, Mayfair falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Mayfair has a smaller share of children than most areas — 7.6% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.3% of the 1,205 residents in Mayfair's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (85), Mayfair has more choice than 99% of towns in England. Families in Mayfair are served by secondary schools including Academy21 (0.4 miles) and The St Marylebone CofE School (0.8 miles). 38 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 84 schools and 28,683 pupils in Mayfair's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Mayfair among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mayfair is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. See local practice availability in Mayfair → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Mayfair
As a private-fee guide for Mayfair, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Mayfair. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Mayfair — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Budget aligner options in Mayfair
Lower-cost clear aligners in Mayfair are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Where the Savings Come From in Mayfair
Treatment scope — a limited course for minor front-tooth alignment is genuinely cheaper because there's simply less treatment involved, and that's fine when the case really is mild.
How much do aligners cost in Mayfair?
What you pay for clear aligners in Mayfair reflects the case, not just the brand. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
What Affects Clear Aligner Cost in Mayfair?
Case complexity is the single biggest driver. A mild case of 14–20 trays costs far less than a full-arch case needing 40+ trays and an extended refinement phase. Complexity is judged at examination, but a remote assessment gives an early indication.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Mayfair
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mayfair?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mayfair is Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics in London, about 0.5 miles to the north. The next closest are Origin Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Bass Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mayfair?
Our register has 86 practices within 5 miles of Mayfair, 190 practices within 10 miles and 371 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Mayfair offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Mayfair that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Origin Orthodontics in London, about 0.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bass Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Sensu London Bridge (0.6 miles).
Is Mayfair a family area?
Around 7.6% of Mayfair's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
How many pupils are in Mayfair's Local Authority?
Mayfair's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 28,683 pupils (DfE data).
What kind of area is Mayfair?
By ONS classification, Mayfair falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Mayfair compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Mayfair is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes — treating both upper and lower teeth costs more than treating one arch. Some quotes are for a single arch only. Confirm whether a quote covers both arches when comparing prices between practices.
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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