Orthodontic practices near North Acton
On our practice register: 67 practices within 5 miles of North Acton, 175 practices within 10 and 381 practices within 20. The closest is Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London Invisalign in Acton, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London InvisalignActon | 0.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (35 reviews) |
| Acton Dental CareActon | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (113 reviews) |
| All Orthodontics.Acton | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (22 reviews) |
| Hammersmith OrthodonticsShepherds Bush | 1.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (49 reviews) |
| SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (SHEPHERDS BUSH)London | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Diamond Smile StudioWillesden | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (53 reviews) |
| DrPachaOrthodonticsActon | 1.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| The Bush Dental ClinicShepherds Bush | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (334 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to North Acton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Acton, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Shepherds Bush (1.2 miles south-east) and London (1.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Acton | 4 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Shepherds Bush | 5 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| London | 7 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Willesden | 1 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Ealing Common | 2 | 1.7 miles west |
| Chiswick | 2 | 1.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of North Acton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental Studios in Shepherds Bush (5.0 from 218 reviews), 2.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush | 5.0 (218 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Acton Dental CareActon | 5.0 (113 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
| Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London InvisalignActon | 5.0 (35 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
North Acton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ealing |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,481 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.7% aged 16 to 24 and 41.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 47.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,567 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 66 practices, more than 99% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 532nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Phoenix Academy — 1.1 miles Ark Soane Academy — 1.1 miles The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 25 schools, about 27,005 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 112 schools, 57,704 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London Invisalign, Acton — under a mile SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (SHEPHERDS BUSH), London — 1 miles Hammersmith Orthodontics, Shepherds Bush — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 175 within 10 miles, 381 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 North Acton
The nearest practice to North Acton is Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London Invisalign in Acton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 175 practices, and within 20 there are 381.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Acton Dental Care (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | Hygienist (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around North Acton list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around North Acton are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Acton Dental Care, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In North Acton
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Orthodontist in North Acton: Searching for orthodontic treatment in North Acton? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is a useful starting point whether you search from North Acton or another part of Greater London.
Where North Acton sits locally
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Lower Place, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Related pages for Lower Place, Acton Central, East Acton, Middlesex, Old Oak Common, and College Park and Old Oak are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
North Acton in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, North Acton sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.4% of North Acton's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,481 residents in the neighbourhood around North Acton, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (66), North Acton has more choice than 99% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to North Acton are Phoenix Academy (1.1 miles) and Ark Soane Academy (1.1 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. North Acton's Local Authority area covers 112 schools and 57,704 pupils, according to DfE figures. North Acton's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to North Acton is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 6 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in North Acton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in North Acton. The nearest recorded are Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London Invisalign in Acton, under a mile away; SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (SHEPHERDS BUSH) in London, about a mile away; and Hammersmith Orthodontics in Shepherds Bush, about a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatments in North Acton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in North Acton can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in North Acton offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
The Orthodontic Journey in North Acton
Many people in North Acton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in North Acton
Practices serving North Acton differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. North Acton is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. North Acton's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,481 residents in North Acton's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 66 orthodontic practices within five miles, North Acton is better served than 99% of towns in England. Families in North Acton are served by secondary schools including Phoenix Academy (1.1 miles) and Ark Soane Academy (1.1 miles). 25 secondary schools are within three miles. North Acton's Local Authority has 112 schools educating 57,704 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, North Acton sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, North Acton is about 6 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around North Acton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around North Acton
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to North Acton, Greater London alone. You can keep exploring with related pages for Lower Place, Acton Central, East Acton, Middlesex, Old Oak Common, and College Park and Old Oak.
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Frequently Asked Questions in North Acton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in North Acton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to North Acton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to North Acton is Restore.Dental | Dr. Kartik Patel | West London Invisalign in Acton, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Acton Dental Care (1.1 miles) and All Orthodontics. (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near North Acton?
Our register has 67 practices within 5 miles of North Acton, 175 practices within 10 miles and 381 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near North Acton?
The nearest practice to North Acton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Acton Dental Care, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (SHEPHERDS BUSH) (1.2 miles) and The Bush Dental Clinic (1.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in North Acton, Greater London?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in North Acton, Greater London?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.