Orthodontic practices near South-end
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of South-end, 14 practices within 10 and 145 practices within 20. The closest is Old Harlow Dental Practice, 3.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 3.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (289 reviews) |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 4.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 4.3 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Herts OrthodonticsWare | 5.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (64 reviews) |
| The Barbara Castle Dental PracticeHarlow | 5.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (68 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South-end with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Old Harlow, 3.7 miles south-east; the next are Bishops Stortford (4.0 miles north-east) and Ford (4.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Old Harlow | 2 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 4.0 miles north-east |
| Ford | 1 | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Ware | 1 | 5.4 miles west |
| Harlow | 1 | 5.6 miles south |
| Hoddesdon | 3 | 6.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of South-end
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 12.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 12.1 miles west |
| North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon | 5.0 (189 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-west |
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 14.3 miles south |
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 13.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South-end at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Hertfordshire |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,417 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 60 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Hertfordshire | 356th closest to an orthodontic practice of 421 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9% here, against 7.8% across neighbourhoods in Hertfordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leventhorpe — 2.6 miles The Bishop's Stortford High School — 3.2 miles Burnt Mill Academy — 3.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,463 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Old Harlow Dental Practice, Old Harlow — 4 miles The Dentist, Bishops Stortford — 4 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 145 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Much Hadham Dental Care — 2 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 South-end
South-end is 3.7 miles from Old Harlow Dental Practice, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 145.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around South-end list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around South-end are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Old Harlow Dental Practice, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In South-end
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Orthodontist in South-end: If your search for orthodontic treatment in South-end keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Hertfordshire, not just South-end.
Where South-end sits locally
Just around 1 km north, Perry Green is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for Perry Green, Allen's Green, Green Tye, Hadham Cross, Much Hadham, and Gilston Park are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What official data says about South-end
ONS classifies South-end as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. South-end sits within NHS Central East Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. South-end's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around South-end, 9% of the 1,417 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, South-end is better served than 64% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to South-end are Leventhorpe (2.6 miles) and The Bishop's Stortford High School (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. South-end falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, South-end is about 22 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Useful local orthodontic context for South-end
We hold no orthodontic practice records in South-end itself. The closest on record are Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 4 miles away; The Dentist in Bishops Stortford, about 4 miles away; and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Ford, about 4 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in South-end
The orthodontic landscape in South-end offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in South-end
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 South-end practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in South-end
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in South-end helps you ask the right questions. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in South-end 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 South-end. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South-end
These links help widen your research beyond South-end, Hertfordshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Perry Green, Allen's Green, Green Tye, Hadham Cross, Much Hadham, and Gilston Park.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in South-end
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South-end often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South-end?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South-end is Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre) (3.7 miles) and The Dentist (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South-end?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of South-end, 14 practices within 10 miles and 145 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South-end?
The nearest practice to South-end that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include The Dentist (4.0 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South-end, Hertfordshire?
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 South-end, Hertfordshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.