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Orthodontic practices near Russell Hill

On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of Russell Hill, 95 practices within 10 and 308 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley, 0.2 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dental Beauty Orthodontics PurleyPurley0.2 miles north-east–––4.7 (83 reviews)
ConfiDental Clinic PurleyCoulsdon0.6 miles east✓✓✓4.7 (442 reviews)
Orthodontic HealthPurley0.6 miles east–––4.8 (22 reviews)
Purley Dental CarePurley0.6 miles east–––4.7 (367 reviews)
72 DentalCoulsdon1.2 miles south✓✓✓4.8 (675 reviews)
Mayfield DentalPurley1.7 miles east–––4.8 (201 reviews)
Gentle Dental CareCroydon1.8 miles north-east✓✓✓4.8 (352 reviews)
Croydon Orthodontic Practice Tim McDonogh And AssociatesCroydon2.2 miles north-east–––4.0 (4 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Russell Hill with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Purley, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Coulsdon (0.6 miles east) and Croydon (1.8 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Purley40.2 miles north-east
Coulsdon20.6 miles east
Croydon61.8 miles north-east
South Croydon32.2 miles north-east
Carshalton12.7 miles north-west
Sutton62.8 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Russell Hill

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Zen House Dental Banstead (5.0 from 556 reviews), 3.3 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Zen House Dental BansteadBanstead5.0 (556 reviews)3.3 miles west
Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon5.0 (401 reviews)3.8 miles north-east
Cheam Village Dental StudiosCheam5.0 (381 reviews)3.8 miles west
Ewell OrthodonticsEwell5.0 (379 reviews)5.5 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Russell Hill at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaCroydon
NHS dental servicesNHS South West London Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1616.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,644 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 27.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car8.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,406 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles28 practices, more than 95% of towns in England
Access within Greater London73rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.8% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London
Nearest university dental hospitalGuy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 11 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsThe John Fisher School — 0.4 miles
Thomas More Catholic School — 0.5 miles
Woodcote High School — 0.7 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles17 schools, about 20,543 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area153 schools, 63,189 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesDental Beauty Orthodontics Purley, Purley — under a mile
ConfiDental Clinic Purley, Coulsdon — under a mile
Gentle Dental Care, Croydon — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles95 within 10 miles, 308 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 Russell Hill

Russell Hill has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 95 practices, and within 20 there are 308.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: ConfiDental Clinic Purley (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Gentle Dental Care (1.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Russell Hill 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 Russell Hill are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ConfiDental Clinic Purley in Coulsdon, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 11 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Russell Hill

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Orthodontic treatment options in Russell Hill

Orthodontist in Russell Hill: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Russell Hill? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is relevant to searches focused on both Russell Hill and the wider Greater London area.

Area profile for Russell Hill

By ONS classification, Russell Hill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Russell Hill sits within NHS South West London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Russell Hill's under-16 share sits at 16.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,644 residents in the neighbourhood around Russell Hill, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (28), Russell Hill has more choice than 95% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Russell Hill attend schools such as The John Fisher School (0.4 miles) and Thomas More Catholic School (0.5 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 153 schools and 63,189 pupils across Russell Hill's Local Authority. Russell Hill'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 Russell Hill is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 11 miles away.

Compare nearby areas

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Beddington South, Roundshaw, Bandonhill, Purley, Coulsdon, and Coulsdon West may also help.

Local snapshot of Russell Hill

Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Beddington South, the closest linked location.

Useful local orthodontic context for Russell Hill

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Russell Hill. The nearest we do hold are Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley, under a mile away; ConfiDental Clinic Purley in Coulsdon, under a mile away; and Gentle Dental Care in Croydon, about 2 miles away.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Russell Hill

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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Russell Hill

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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Russell Hill

Orthodontic treatment in Russell Hill 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.

Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Russell Hill

  • 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.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Treatment in Russell Hill runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Russell Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Russell Hill

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Russell Hill often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Russell Hill?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Russell Hill is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are ConfiDental Clinic Purley (0.6 miles) and Orthodontic Health (0.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Russell Hill?

Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of Russell Hill, 95 practices within 10 miles and 308 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Russell Hill?

The nearest practice to Russell Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ConfiDental Clinic Purley in Coulsdon, about 0.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include 72 Dental (1.2 miles) and Gentle Dental Care (1.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Russell Hill, Greater London?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Russell Hill, Greater London?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleRussell Hill, Greater London Teeth Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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