Orthodontic practices near North Kensington
On our practice register: 84 practices within 5 miles of North Kensington, 186 practices within 10 and 372 practices within 20. The closest is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, 0.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Moira Wong OrthodonticsLondon | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (79 reviews) |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 0.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (137 reviews) |
| Mary Lo, Specialist OrthodontistLondon | 0.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea | 0.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (217 reviews) |
| SW3 DentalBattersea | 1.1 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Moonz | Orthodontic Practice LondonBattersea | 1.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (50 reviews) |
| Art Align Orthodontics by Dr Hanna ReinartzLondon | 1.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (43 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to North Kensington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Battersea, 0.4 miles south; the next are London (0.6 miles north-west) and Chelsea (0.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Battersea | 6 | 0.4 miles south |
| London | 12 | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Chelsea | 1 | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Notting Hill | 1 | 1.3 miles west |
| City of Westminster | 1 | 1.8 miles east |
| Shepherds Bush | 3 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of North Kensington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (5.0 from 607 reviews), 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush | 5.0 (218 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea | 5.0 (217 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-west |
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 1.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
North Kensington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westminster |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 10.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,565 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 41.2% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 50.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 961 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 7.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 84 practices, more than 99% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 199th closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 2.7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St. Thomas More Language College — 0.9 miles Holland Park School — 0.9 miles The London Oratory School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 36 schools, about 32,072 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 28,683 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Queens Gate Orthodontics, Battersea — under a mile Moira Wong Orthodontics, London — under a mile Knightsbridge Dentist, Chelsea — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 186 within 10 miles, 372 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 Kensington
The nearest practice to North Kensington is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, 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 186 practices, and within 20 there are 372.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Buckingham Gate Orthodontics (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; The London Lingual Orthodontic Clinic (1.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around North Kensington list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Kensington are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In North Kensington
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Orthodontist in North Kensington: This page was put together for people in North Kensington who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Greater London.
Practice data for North Kensington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in North Kensington itself. The closest on record are Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, under a mile away; Moira Wong Orthodontics in London, under a mile away; and Knightsbridge Dentist in Chelsea, under a mile away.
The local picture in North Kensington
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, North Kensington sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 10.1% of North Kensington's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around North Kensington, 2.7% of the 2,565 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 (84), North Kensington has more choice than 99% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to North Kensington are St. Thomas More Language College (0.9 miles) and Holland Park School (0.9 miles). 36 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 28,683 pupils across North Kensington's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, North Kensington sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to North Kensington is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 3 miles away.
Facts about North Kensington
The nearest other location we cover is Knightsbridge and Belgravia, under 1 km to the east.
Keep exploring nearby
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Bayswater, Courtfield, Knightsbridge and Belgravia, Queen's Gate, Campden, and Chelsea.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in North Kensington
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, North Kensington has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in North Kensington
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most North Kensington practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for North Kensington
Orthodontic treatment in North Kensington is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in North Kensington
Orthodontic practices in and around North Kensington vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. ONS classifies North Kensington as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, North Kensington falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. North Kensington has a smaller share of children than most areas — 10.1% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.7% of the 2,565 residents in North Kensington's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. North Kensington has 84 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 99% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to North Kensington are St. Thomas More Language College (0.9 miles) and Holland Park School (0.9 miles). 36 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 28,683 pupils across North Kensington's Local Authority. North Kensington's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to North Kensington is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 3 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around North Kensington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around North Kensington
These links help widen your research beyond North Kensington, Greater London if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Bayswater, Courtfield, Knightsbridge and Belgravia, Queen's Gate, Campden, and Chelsea.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in North Kensington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in North Kensington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to North Kensington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to North Kensington is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Moira Wong Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Knightsbridge Dentist (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near North Kensington?
Our register has 84 practices within 5 miles of North Kensington, 186 practices within 10 miles and 372 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near North Kensington?
The nearest practice to North Kensington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, about 0.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Moira Wong Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Boston Orthodontics Belgravia (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in North Kensington, Greater London?
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 Kensington, Greater London?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.