Orthodontic practices near Rickmansworth
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Rickmansworth, 66 practices within 10 and 303 practices within 20. The closest is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTDRickmansworth | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Rickmansworth OrthodonticsRickmansworth | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| Nur Smiles InvisalignNorthwood | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (155 reviews) |
| Northwood OrthodonticsNorthwood | 3.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
| Skin & Smiles – Dentist in WatfordWatford | 3.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (84 reviews) |
| Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental ImplantsWatford | 3.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (540 reviews) |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 3.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (662 reviews) |
| Dr Korosh MajidiWatford | 3.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rickmansworth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rickmansworth, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Northwood (3.0 miles south-east) and Watford (3.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rickmansworth | 2 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Northwood | 3 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Watford | 11 | 3.4 miles east |
| Northwood Hills | 1 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Gerrards Cross | 1 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Ruislip | 2 | 4.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rickmansworth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist Service (5.0 from 502 reviews), 6.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist ServiceUxbridge | 5.0 (502 reviews) | 6.3 miles south |
| West House DentalPinner | 5.0 (259 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-east |
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 6.8 miles north |
| Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental ImplantsWatford | 4.9 (540 reviews) | 3.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rickmansworth at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Three Rivers |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 |
| Population | 12,043 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,174 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,798 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 26th closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.6% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School — 0.6 miles Rickmansworth School — 1.1 miles The Reach Free School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,759 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 66 within 10 miles, 303 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | WD3 |
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 Rickmansworth
Rickmansworth has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 66 practices, and within 20 there are 303.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Korosh Majidi (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Northwood Orthodontics (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Rickmansworth 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 Rickmansworth are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rickmansworth
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Orthodontist in Rickmansworth: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Rickmansworth keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Hertfordshire. Rickmansworth — a market town with a population of around 12,043 — is covered on this page specifically.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Moneyhill, Mill End, Batchworth, Chorleywood, Croxley Green, and Hill End if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
What official data says about Rickmansworth
Rickmansworth's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Rickmansworth falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.4% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Rickmansworth, 9.6% of the 2,174 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (19), Rickmansworth has more choice than 90% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Rickmansworth are Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School (0.6 miles) and Rickmansworth School (1.1 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Rickmansworth falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rickmansworth is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 17 miles away.
Local orthodontic signals in Rickmansworth
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Rickmansworth or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 2 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 0. Nearby practice records include Rickmansworth Orthodontics and RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD.
Rickmansworth in numbers
Rickmansworth has a population of around 12,043, making it a market town within Hertfordshire. Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Moneyhill, the closest linked location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Rickmansworth
Starting orthodontic treatment in Rickmansworth can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Moneyhill, Mill End and Batchworth regularly visit orthodontists in Rickmansworth.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Rickmansworth
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Rickmansworth — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Rickmansworth
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Rickmansworth has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from Moneyhill, Mill End and Batchworth regularly visit orthodontists in Rickmansworth.
Treatment Options in Rickmansworth — Local Context
2 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Rickmansworth. By ONS classification, Rickmansworth falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Rickmansworth sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 19.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.6% of the 2,174 residents in Rickmansworth's census neighbourhood, above the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (19), Rickmansworth has more choice than 90% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Rickmansworth are Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School (0.6 miles) and Rickmansworth School (1.1 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Rickmansworth sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Rickmansworth is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Across the 2 orthodontic practices we hold records for near Rickmansworth, Of those, 2 record NHS provision and 2 record private treatment; and 1 advertises clear aligners. On practical access, 1 mentions parking and 1 records step-free or wheelchair access. They reflect what practices state publicly, which is a useful shortlist but not a substitute for asking directly. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. People from Moneyhill, Mill End, and Batchworth regularly make use of Rickmansworth's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rickmansworth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rickmansworth
This section helps connect Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. For a broader comparison, pages for Moneyhill, Mill End, Batchworth, Chorleywood, Croxley Green, and Hill End follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rickmansworth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rickmansworth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rickmansworth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rickmansworth is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Rickmansworth Orthodontics (0.3 miles) and Nur Smiles Invisalign (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rickmansworth?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Rickmansworth, 66 practices within 10 miles and 303 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rickmansworth?
The nearest practice to Rickmansworth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Rickmansworth Orthodontics (0.3 miles) and Cassio Road Dental Practice (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire?
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 Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.