NHS Treatment in St. George's 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 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of 1,856 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Brecknock Dental, London — under a mile; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Acland Burghley School — 0.5 miles Lift Beacon High — 0.5 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 | 15.9% 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 St. George's
On our practice register: 65 practices within 5 miles of St. George's, 176 practices within 10 and 369 practices within 20. The closest is Brecknock Dental in London, 0.7 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Brecknock Dental, 0.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brecknock DentalLondon | 0.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (1,198 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC HIGHGATELondon | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC (NEW ROAD)London | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Manor Orthodontic & Implant ClinicSt. Ann's | 1.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTONLondon | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 2.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St. George's with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is London, 0.7 miles south; the next are St. Ann's (1.8 miles north-east) and Islington (2.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 8 | 0.7 miles south |
| St. Ann's | 1 | 1.8 miles north-east |
| Islington | 2 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Muswell Hill | 1 | 2.2 miles north |
| Kilburn | 1 | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Soho | 1 | 2.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of St. George's
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is [le] dental in Kilburn (5.0 from 238 reviews), 2.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| [le] dentalKilburn | 5.0 (238 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
| Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic CentreLondon | 4.9 (129 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from St. George's, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is B Dental, 1.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brecknock Dental, London, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around St. George's 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 St. George's 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in St. George's
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in St. George's 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.
How the NHS Route Works in St. George's
For eligible patients in St. George's, 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 St. George's.
- 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 Orthodontic Access in St. George's
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Greater London differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering St. George's — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By national deprivation ranking, St. George's is roughly mid-table for England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.1% of the 1,856 residents in St. George's's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to St. George's is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away. For NHS dental services, St. George's falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, St. George's falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 16.5% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to St. George's are Acland Burghley School (0.5 miles) and Lift Beacon High (0.5 miles). 39 secondary schools are within three miles. St. George's's Local Authority has 70 schools educating 23,300 pupils (DfE data). With 65 orthodontic practices within five miles, St. George's is better served than 99% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in St. George's itself. The nearest we do hold are Brecknock Dental in London, under a mile away; Crouch End Orthodontics, about a mile away; and Treehouse Dental in Highbury, about a mile away. 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in St. George's
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in St. George's comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Greater London apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in St. George's
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in St. George's
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in St. George's
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in St. George's
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St. George's?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St. George's is Brecknock Dental in London, about 0.7 miles to the south. The next closest are ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC HIGHGATE (1.0 miles) and Crouch End Orthodontics (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St. George's?
Our register has 65 practices within 5 miles of St. George's, 176 practices within 10 miles and 369 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near St. George's?
The nearest practice to St. George's that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brecknock Dental in London, about 0.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC HIGHGATE (1.0 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC (NEW ROAD) (1.5 miles).
How deprived is St. George's compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, St. George's is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is St. George's well served by schools?
DfE figures put 70 schools and 23,300 pupils across St. George's's Local Authority.
What towns are near St. George's?
Nearby towns include Lower Holloway, Tollington, Archway.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in St. George's?
St. George's sits within NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one course of treatment.
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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