Orthodontic practices near North West London
On our practice register: 64 practices within 5 miles of North West London, 169 practices within 10 and 387 practices within 20. The closest is Simply Orthodontics in Harlesden, 1.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simply OrthodonticsHarlesden | 1.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (115 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTICSLondon | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOODLondon | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Diamond Smile StudioWillesden | 1.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (53 reviews) |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 2.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Malmin OrthodonticsKilburn | 2.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (455 reviews) |
| BRACE PLACELondon | 2.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Brent Dental SpecialistBrent | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (224 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to North West London with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Harlesden, 1.2 miles south; the next are London (1.2 miles south) and Willesden (1.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Harlesden | 1 | 1.2 miles south |
| London | 8 | 1.2 miles south |
| Willesden | 1 | 1.8 miles south |
| Golders Green | 1 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Kilburn | 3 | 2.0 miles east |
| Brent | 1 | 2.2 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 West London
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), 3.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The London Centre for Cosmetic DentistryLondon | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 3.6 miles east |
| [le] dentalKilburn | 5.0 (238 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Acton Dental CareActon | 5.0 (113 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 3.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
North West London at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Brent |
| 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 | 26.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,881 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.3% aged 16 to 24 and 36.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 36.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,000 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 62 practices, more than 98% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 752nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Menorah High School for Girls — 0.2 miles E-ACT Crest Academy — 0.2 miles North Brent School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 31,782 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 50,019 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | SOHO ORTHODONTICS, London — 1 miles Simply Orthodontics, Harlesden — 1 miles The Diamond Smile Studio, Willesden — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 169 within 10 miles, 387 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 West London
The nearest practice to North West London is Simply Orthodontics in Harlesden, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 169 practices, and within 20 there are 387.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - Private (2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Malmin Orthodontics (2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around North West London list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around North West London are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOHO ORTHODONTICS in London, 1.2 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 West London
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Orthodontist in North West London: Searching for orthodontic treatment in North West London? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Greater London.
Local provider signals in North West London
No orthodontic practice is recorded in North West London. The nearest recorded are SOHO ORTHODONTICS in London, about a mile away; Simply Orthodontics in Harlesden, about a mile away; and The Diamond Smile Studio in Willesden, about 2 miles away.
North West London at a glance
Dollis Hill is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of North West London.
The local picture in North West London
North West London 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. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 26.1% of North West London's residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around North West London, 8.7% of the 1,881 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (62), North West London has more choice than 98% of towns in England. Families in North West London are served by secondary schools including Menorah High School for Girls (0.2 miles) and E-ACT Crest Academy (0.2 miles). 27 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 103 schools and 50,019 pupils in North West London's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks North West London among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, North West London is about 6 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Dollis Hill, Dudden Hill, Neasden, Staples Corner, Willesden Green, and Cricklewood may also help.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for North West London
Many people in North West London 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in North West London
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in North West London
What's available in North West London depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. North West London — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 26.1% of North West London's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around North West London, 8.7% of the 1,881 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (62), North West London has more choice than 98% of towns in England. Families in North West London are served by secondary schools including Menorah High School for Girls (0.2 miles) and E-ACT Crest Academy (0.2 miles). 27 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 103 schools and 50,019 pupils across North West London's Local Authority. North West London's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to North West London is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in North West London
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in North West London can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in North West London
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around North West London. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around North West London
This part of the page places North West London, Greater London in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Dollis Hill, Dudden Hill, Neasden, Staples Corner, Willesden Green, and Cricklewood may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in North West London
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in North West London often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to North West London?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to North West London is Simply Orthodontics in Harlesden, about 1.2 miles to the south. The next closest are SOHO ORTHODONTICS (1.2 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOOD (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near North West London?
Our register has 64 practices within 5 miles of North West London, 169 practices within 10 miles and 387 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near North West London?
The nearest practice to North West London that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOHO ORTHODONTICS in London, about 1.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS CRICKLEWOOD (1.3 miles) and BRACE PLACE (2.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in North West London, Greater London?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in North West London, Greater London?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.