Orthodontic practices near North Fambridge
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of North Fambridge, 28 practices within 10 and 105 practices within 20. The closest is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, 4.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Essex Smile CentreRayleigh | 4.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (219 reviews) |
| Connaught House Dental SurgeryRayleigh | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (17 reviews) |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (963 reviews) |
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 6.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Benfleet Dental CentreCanvey Island | 6.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (550 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - ChalkwellWestcliff-on-Sea | 6.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (36 reviews) |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 6.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (706 reviews) |
| Wickford Dental Health CentreWickford | 6.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (182 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to North Fambridge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rayleigh, 4.8 miles south-west; the next are Westcliff-on-Sea (6.5 miles south) and Southend-on-Sea (6.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh | 2 | 4.8 miles south-west |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 3 | 6.5 miles south |
| Southend-on-Sea | 5 | 6.6 miles south |
| Canvey Island | 2 | 6.7 miles south-west |
| Wickford | 4 | 6.9 miles west |
| South Benfleet | 4 | 7.1 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 North Fambridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Belle Vue Dental and Skin Clinic in Canvey Island (5.0 from 26 reviews), 8.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Dental and Skin ClinicCanvey Island | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 8.3 miles south-west |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.9 (963 reviews) | 6.5 miles south |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 6.9 miles west |
| Smile Dental CentreBasildon | 4.9 (581 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
North Fambridge at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maldon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 835 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,873 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 106 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Essex | 470th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lift Greensward — 2.4 miles William de Ferrers School — 2.6 miles The King Edmund School — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,842 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Essex Smile Centre, Rayleigh — 5 miles Leigh Dental Centre, Westcliff-on-Sea — 6 miles Southend Orthodontics, Southend-on-Sea — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 105 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 Fambridge
The nearest practice to North Fambridge is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 105.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Benfleet Dental Centre (6.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Essex Smile Centre (4.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around North Fambridge list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 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 Fambridge are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Leigh Dental Centre in Westcliff-on-Sea, 6.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In North Fambridge
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Orthodontist in North Fambridge: People exploring braces and clear aligners in North Fambridge often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Essex. North Fambridge — a small village with a population of around 835 — is covered on this page specifically.
Useful local orthodontic context for North Fambridge
We hold no orthodontic practice records in North Fambridge itself. The closest on record are The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, about 5 miles away; Leigh Dental Centre in Westcliff-on-Sea, about 6 miles away; and Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, about 7 miles away.
About North Fambridge
North Fambridge is home to around 835 people, classing it as a small village within Essex. Heading south for around 1 km brings you to South Fambridge, the closest linked location.
What official data says about North Fambridge
North Fambridge is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, North Fambridge falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. North Fambridge's under-16 share sits at 14.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,873 residents in the neighbourhood around North Fambridge, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across Essex. Secondary-age pupils near North Fambridge attend schools such as Lift Greensward (2.4 miles) and William de Ferrers School (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. North Fambridge sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, North Fambridge is about 33 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including South Fambridge, Ashingdon, Cold Norton, Stow Maries, Roundbush, and Great Canney can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in North Fambridge
Patients in North Fambridge have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in North Fambridge — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering North Fambridge — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies North Fambridge as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Essex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in North Fambridge. Census data puts 14.4% of North Fambridge's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around North Fambridge, 6.5% of the 1,873 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families in North Fambridge are served by secondary schools including Lift Greensward (2.4 miles) and William de Ferrers School (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts North Fambridge close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to North Fambridge is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in North Fambridge itself. The nearest we do hold are The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, about 5 miles away; Leigh Dental Centre in Westcliff-on-Sea, about 6 miles away; and Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, about 7 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for North Fambridge
Orthodontic treatment in North Fambridge is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in North Fambridge 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 North Fambridge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around North Fambridge
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare North Fambridge, Essex with surrounding locations. This page links onward to South Fambridge, Ashingdon, Cold Norton, Stow Maries, Roundbush, and Great Canney for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in North Fambridge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in North Fambridge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to North Fambridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to North Fambridge is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, about 4.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Connaught House Dental Surgery (4.9 miles) and Leigh Dental Centre (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near North Fambridge?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of North Fambridge, 28 practices within 10 miles and 105 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near North Fambridge?
The nearest practice to North Fambridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Leigh Dental Centre in Westcliff-on-Sea, about 6.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Benfleet Dental Centre (6.7 miles) and Focus Dental - Chalkwell (6.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in North Fambridge, Essex?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in North Fambridge, Essex?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.