Orthodontic practices near Muswell Hill
On our practice register: 53 practices within 5 miles of Muswell Hill, 159 practices within 10 and 375 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Matters Dentists in Muswell Hill, 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Matters DentistsMuswell Hill | 0.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (280 reviews) |
| Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell HillMuswell Hill | 0.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC (NEW ROAD)London | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Treehouse DentalHighbury | 1.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (448 reviews) |
| Crouch End OrthodonticsCrouch End | 1.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (43 reviews) |
| Finchley OrthodonticsCrouch End | 1.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC HIGHGATELondon | 1.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Manor Orthodontic & Implant ClinicSt. Ann's | 2.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Muswell Hill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Muswell Hill, 0.1 miles north-west; the next are London (0.9 miles south-east) and Highbury (1.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Muswell Hill | 2 | 0.1 miles north-west |
| London | 11 | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Highbury | 3 | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Crouch End | 2 | 1.1 miles south-east |
| St. Ann's | 1 | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Finchley | 1 | 2.3 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 Muswell Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry (5.0 from 331 reviews), 3.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The London Centre for Cosmetic DentistryLondon | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
| [le] dentalKilburn | 5.0 (238 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Finchley OrthodonticsCrouch End | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-east |
| Treehouse DentalHighbury | 4.9 (448 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Muswell Hill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Haringey |
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 27,992 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,547 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 43.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 41.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,280 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 50 practices, more than 98% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.1 miles away, closer than 98% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Fortismere School — 0.5 miles Highgate Wood Secondary School — 0.6 miles Alexandra Park School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 32 schools, about 31,717 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 94 schools, 40,220 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 159 within 10 miles, 375 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 Muswell Hill
Muswell Hill has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smile Matters Dentists in Muswell Hill is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 159 practices, and within 20 there are 375.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Treehouse Dental (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hampstead Orthodontic Practice (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Muswell Hill list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Muswell Hill are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Matters Dentists in Muswell Hill, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Muswell Hill
Greater London12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Muswell Hill
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Muswell Hill, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Greater London and the surrounding area. Muswell Hill — a market town with a population of around 27,992 — is covered on this page specifically.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Cranley Gardens, Fortis Green, East Finchley, Hornsey, Archway, and Coldfall can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Area profile for Muswell Hill
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Muswell Hill sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.8% of Muswell Hill's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,547 residents in Muswell Hill's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 50 orthodontic practices within five miles, Muswell Hill is better served than 98% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Muswell Hill attend schools such as Fortismere School (0.5 miles) and Highgate Wood Secondary School (0.6 miles). 32 secondary schools are within three miles. Muswell Hill's Local Authority has 94 schools educating 40,220 pupils (DfE data). Muswell Hill sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Muswell Hill is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away.
Local context for Muswell Hill
Muswell Hill has a population of around 27,992, making it a market town within Greater London. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Cranley Gardens, the closest linked location.
Useful local orthodontic context for Muswell Hill
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Muswell Hill or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 mention fixed braces; 1 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 0, wheelchair access from 0, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell Hill and Smile Matters Dentists.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Muswell Hill
Patients in Muswell Hill have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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 Cranley Gardens, Fortis Green and East Finchley regularly visit orthodontists in Muswell Hill.
Treatment Options in Muswell Hill — Local Context
There are 2 orthodontic practices in our database covering Muswell Hill. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Muswell Hill sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Muswell Hill, 6.2% of the 1,547 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (50), Muswell Hill has more choice than 98% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Muswell Hill attend schools such as Fortismere School (0.5 miles) and Highgate Wood Secondary School (0.6 miles). 32 secondary schools are within three miles. Muswell Hill's Local Authority has 94 schools educating 40,220 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Muswell Hill close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Muswell Hill is about 4 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. Across the 2 orthodontic practices we hold records for near Muswell Hill, Of those, 1 records NHS provision and 2 record private treatment; 1 advertises clear aligners and 1 advertises fixed braces; and 1 mentions payment plans or finance. On practical access, 2 list evening or weekend appointments. These counts come from what each practice publishes, so treat them as a starting point for enquiries rather than a complete picture of what is available. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. People from Cranley Gardens, Fortis Green, and East Finchley regularly make use of Muswell Hill's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
The Orthodontic Journey in Muswell Hill
Many people in Muswell Hill delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins. People from Cranley Gardens, Fortis Green and East Finchley regularly visit orthodontists in Muswell Hill.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Muswell Hill
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Muswell Hill follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Muswell Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Muswell Hill
This part of the page places Muswell Hill, Greater London in context alongside the towns and areas around it. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Cranley Gardens, Fortis Green, East Finchley, Hornsey, Archway, and Coldfall.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Muswell Hill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Muswell Hill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Muswell Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Muswell Hill is Smile Matters Dentists in Muswell Hill, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell Hill (0.6 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC (NEW ROAD) (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Muswell Hill?
Our register has 53 practices within 5 miles of Muswell Hill, 159 practices within 10 miles and 375 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Muswell Hill?
The nearest practice to Muswell Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Matters Dentists in Muswell Hill, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC (NEW ROAD) (0.9 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC HIGHGATE (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Muswell Hill, Greater London?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Muswell Hill, Greater London?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.