NHS Treatment in Soho at a Glance
| 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) |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 8.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.9% of 2,192 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, London — under a mile; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Academy21 — 0.0 miles Westminster City School — 0.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 2 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Soho
On our practice register: 87 practices within 5 miles of Soho, 192 practices within 10 and 369 practices within 20. The closest is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, 0.5 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
| BASS ORTHODONTICSLondon | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| THE LONDON LINGUAL ORTHODONTICS CLINICLondon | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (309 reviews) |
| REDHEAD ORTHODONTICS ARKR LTDLondon | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Soho with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is London, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Soho (0.6 miles north) and Battersea (0.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 8 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Soho | 1 | 0.6 miles north |
| Battersea | 2 | 0.9 miles south |
| Peckham | 1 | 1.6 miles east |
| Islington | 2 | 2.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Soho
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Boston Orthodontics Belgravia in Battersea (5.0 from 106 reviews), 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 0.9 miles south |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Queens Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 0.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Soho, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, London, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 2. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Soho are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Soho funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Greater London. People from St James's, West End and City of Westminster regularly visit orthodontists in Soho.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Soho
For eligible patients in Soho, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Soho.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS vs Private Fees in Soho
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Soho trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Soho
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Greater London depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. People from St James's, West End, and City of Westminster regularly make use of Soho's orthodontic practices for NHS orthodontic access.
There are 4 orthodontic practices in our database covering Soho. National deprivation data puts Soho close to the England median. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.9% of the 2,192 residents in Soho's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Soho is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Soho's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts only 8.4% of Soho's population at under 16, below the typical share. The closest secondary schools to Soho are Academy21 (0.0 miles) and Westminster City School (0.8 miles). 40 secondary schools are within three miles. Soho's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 28,683 pupils (DfE data). With 86 orthodontic practices within five miles, Soho is better served than 99% of towns in England. Looking at the 4 practices listed around Soho, Of those, 1 records NHS provision and 4 record private treatment; 4 offer clear aligners, 4 offer fixed appliances; 2 mention payment plans or finance; and 1 offers a remote or online first consultation. On practical access, 1 lists evening or weekend appointments and 1 mentions parking. This is drawn from published practice information, so confirm the details that matter to you when you make contact. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Soho
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list. People from St James's, West End and City of Westminster regularly visit orthodontists in Soho.
Eligibility in Soho — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Greater London depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. People from St James's, West End, and City of Westminster regularly make use of Soho's orthodontic practices for NHS orthodontic eligibility assessment.
Children's Orthodontics in Soho
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything. People from St James's, West End and City of Westminster regularly visit orthodontists in Soho.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Soho
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Soho
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Soho?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Soho is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Bass Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Soho?
Our register has 87 practices within 5 miles of Soho, 192 practices within 10 miles and 369 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Soho?
The nearest practice to Soho that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Bass Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and BASS ORTHODONTICS (0.6 miles).
How big is Soho?
Soho has a population of around 19,634.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Soho?
Soho sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How many pupils are in Soho's Local Authority?
There are 84 schools and 28,683 pupils in Soho's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Which towns are close to Soho?
Nearby towns include Marylebone High Street, West End, Westminster Abbey.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
Almost always metal fixed braces — ceramic, lingual and aligner treatment aren't NHS options. A less visible appliance means going private.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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