Retainers in Monument at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Clear Braces Direct, Islington — under a mile; 17 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Invisiblebraces4U Islington, Islington — 2 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London, Barbican — under a mile; 8 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 4.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.4% of 1,622 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 78 within 5 miles, 185 within 10, 380 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 83.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 984 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 Monument listing retainers
On our practice register: 78 practices within 5 miles of Monument, 185 practices within 10 and 380 practices within 20. The closest is Clear Braces Direct in Islington, 0.1 miles north-west. The nearest listing retainers is Clear Braces Direct, 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 0.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (543 reviews) |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| Whites Dental WaterlooPeckham | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (687 reviews) |
| The BraceSpitalfields | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (722 reviews) |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Monument with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Islington, 0.1 miles north-west; the next are Barbican (0.6 miles north) and London (0.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Islington | 3 | 0.1 miles north-west |
| Barbican | 2 | 0.6 miles north |
| London | 3 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Peckham | 1 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Spitalfields | 1 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Holborn | 1 | 1.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Monument
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Boston Orthodontics Belgravia in Battersea (5.0 from 106 reviews), 2.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 1.4 miles north-west |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) | 0.6 miles north |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 0.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Monument
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Clear Braces Direct, Islington (under a mile) | ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (under a mile); Barbican Orthodontic Clinic (under a mile) | 17 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Invisiblebraces4U Islington (2 miles) | Bass Orthodontics (2.4 miles) | 2 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London, Barbican (under a mile) | The Brace (under a mile); London Orthodontic Clinic (1.4 miles) | 8 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Clear Braces Direct, Islington (under a mile) | ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (under a mile); The Brace (under a mile) | 9 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. During the months of remodelling, retainers hold the teeth precisely where treatment left them. Orthodontists in Monument typically fit them the same day braces come off.
Retainer Options in Monument
Fixed (bonded) retainers sit permanently behind the front teeth as a discreet bonded wire, holding the result with zero patient effort. The trade-off is cleaning: floss threaders or interdental brushes are needed to keep the area healthy.
Essix retainers are clear thermoplastic trays much like aligners, removed for eating and cleaning. They're discreet and comfortable but can warp with heat and typically need replacing every 1–3 years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Monument now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Looking After Retainers in Monument
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Monument can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Monument
Practices serving Monument differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Monument is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Monument sits within NHS North East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Monument's under-16 share, 4.5%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Monument, 2.4% of the 1,622 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Monument has 78 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 99% of towns in England. 31% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Monument are Haberdashers' Borough Academy (0.6 miles) and London Nautical, City of London Academy (0.8 miles). 52 secondary schools are within three miles. Monument's Local Authority has 6 schools educating 2,891 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Monument is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Monument is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, under a mile away. See local practice availability in Monument → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Monument typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Monument can usually provide replacement retainers.
Life After Braces in Monument
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Monument. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
The De-bond Appointment
De-bonding uses an instrument that carefully cracks the adhesive bond so brackets lift free without damaging the enamel underneath, then a rotating buff polishes off any leftover adhesive — the whole thing takes 10-20 minutes. Some mild sensitivity afterwards, as enamel that's been under a bracket meets air again, is normal and settles.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Monument
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monument?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monument is Clear Braces Direct in Islington, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.6 miles) and NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monument?
Our register has 78 practices within 5 miles of Monument, 185 practices within 10 miles and 380 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Monument?
The nearest practice to Monument that lists retainers is Clear Braces Direct in Islington, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.6 miles) and Barbican Orthodontic Clinic (0.8 miles).
Which county covers Monument?
Monument is in Greater London.
How deprived is Monument compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Monument is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Monument's area?
Regionally, 31% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What kind of area is Monument?
By ONS classification, Monument falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How long do I need to wear my retainer?
The current standard guidance is to wear removable retainers indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only long-term. Stopping retainer wear, even after several years, risks teeth gradually drifting. Fixed bonded retainers are left in place permanently.
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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