Retainers in Southfields at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden — 1.1 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Ridgway Dental - Wimbledon, Morden — 2.2 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden — 1.1 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 2,464 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 57 within 5 miles, 197 within 10, 358 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 50.1% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,097 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 near Southfields listing retainers
On our practice register: 57 practices within 5 miles of Southfields, 197 practices within 10 and 358 practices within 20. The closest is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, 1.1 miles south-east. The nearest listing retainers is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, 1.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed BracesMorden | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (156 reviews) |
| Ethicare Dental PracticePutney | 1.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Progressive DentistryFulham | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (764 reviews) |
| Redhead OrthodonticsFulham | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (17 reviews) |
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (607 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Southfields with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Morden, 1.1 miles south-east; the next are Putney (1.2 miles north-west) and Fulham (1.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Morden | 3 | 1.1 miles south-east |
| Putney | 1 | 1.2 miles north-west |
| Fulham | 4 | 1.5 miles north |
| Wimbledon | 1 | 2.4 miles south |
| London | 1 | 3.0 miles north |
| New Malden | 1 | 3.2 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 Southfields
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (5.0 from 607 reviews), 1.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
| Beverley DentalNew Malden | 5.0 (218 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-west |
| Merton Dental WimbledonWimbledon | 5.0 (161 reviews) | 2.4 miles south |
| Redhead OrthodonticsFulham | 5.0 (17 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Southfields
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden (1.1 miles) | Ethicare Dental Practice (1.2 miles); Progressive Dentistry (1.5 miles) | 14 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Ridgway Dental - Wimbledon, Morden (2.2 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden (1.1 miles) | Ethicare Dental Practice (1.2 miles); Dental Rooms Wimbledon (1.9 miles) | 10 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden (1.1 miles) | Progressive Dentistry (1.5 miles); Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1.7 miles) | 10 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Teeth are under constant biological pressure to move, and retainers are the only reliable counter. Practices across Southfields usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Services in Southfields
There's no orthodontist on record in Southfields itself; the nearest dentist, Ascherl Ceramics, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Southfields's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Southfields falls under NHS South West London Integrated Care Board. Southfields's under-16 share sits at 15.7%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,464 residents in the neighbourhood around Southfields, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Southfields has 56 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Southfields are Southfields Academy (0.4 miles) and Saint Cecilia's Church of England School (0.4 miles). 28 secondary schools are within three miles. Southfields's Local Authority area covers 111 schools and 40,746 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Southfields close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Southfields is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Southfields → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Southfields typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Southfields can usually provide replacement retainers.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Southfields?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers look just like a clear aligner and are the most common removable choice after aligner treatment. Discreet and easy, but treat them gently with heat and expect a replacement every couple of years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Southfields now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Looking After Retainers in Southfields
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
A fixed wire can debond without you noticing, so regular check-ups in Southfields matter — an unrepaired wire lets a tooth move independently and misalignment can appear within weeks.
Post-Brace Care in Southfields
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Southfields is a milestone — but not the end of the process. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Aftercare Services in Southfields
Southfields has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Ascherl Ceramics — is under a mile away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Southfields is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.7% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,464 residents in the neighbourhood around Southfields, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. Southfields has 56 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in England. 22.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Southfields are Southfields Academy (0.4 miles) and Saint Cecilia's Church of England School (0.4 miles). 28 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 111 schools and 40,746 pupils across Southfields's Local Authority. National deprivation data puts Southfields close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Southfields is about 6 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Southfields
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Southfields?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Southfields is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, about 1.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are 1A ORTHODONTICS (1.1 miles) and Ethicare Dental Practice (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Southfields?
Our register has 57 practices within 5 miles of Southfields, 197 practices within 10 miles and 358 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Southfields?
The nearest practice to Southfields that lists retainers is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, about 1.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ethicare Dental Practice (1.2 miles) and Progressive Dentistry (1.5 miles).
Is Southfields a family area?
Census data puts 15.7% of Southfields's population at under 16.
Which towns are close to Southfields?
Wandsworth, Thamesfield, Wandsworth Common are within easy reach of Southfields.
What kind of area is Southfields?
By ONS classification, Southfields falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What county is Southfields in?
Southfields is in Greater London.
Are retainers uncomfortable to wear?
Most people adjust within a few days. Removable retainers may feel tight when first worn or after a gap in wear — a sign they're doing their job. A fixed wire is quickly forgotten once the tongue gets used to it. Any persistent rubbing or sore spot should be checked by your orthodontist.
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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