NHS Treatment in Streatham at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS South East London Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.6% of 2,413 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, London — 1.7 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dunraven School — 0.4 miles Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School — 0.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% 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 Streatham
On our practice register: 51 practices within 5 miles of Streatham, 184 practices within 10 and 348 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Beauty Streatham, 1.2 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 1.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRELondon | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| THE ORTHODONTIC SUITELondon | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) |
| Incredible SmilesMitcham | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (164 reviews) |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (262 reviews) |
| 1A ORTHODONTICSLondon | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Streatham with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is London, 1.7 miles east; the next are Brixton Hill (2.1 miles north) and Mitcham (2.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 5 | 1.7 miles east |
| Brixton Hill | 1 | 2.1 miles north |
| Mitcham | 1 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Brixton | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
| Thornton Heath | 1 | 2.5 miles south |
| Morden | 3 | 3.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Streatham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orchard Orthodontics LONDON in Brixton Hill (4.9 from 1,279 reviews), 2.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) | 2.1 miles north |
| Ridgway Dental - WimbledonMorden | 4.9 (505 reviews) | 3.9 miles west |
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 4.8 (524 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 4.8 (262 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Streatham, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, London, 1.7 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 2. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 5 miles away. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Streatham are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Streatham focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively. People from St. Leonard's, Streatham Hill and Streatham Park regularly visit orthodontists in Streatham.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Streatham
For eligible patients in Streatham, 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 Streatham.
- 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 Streatham
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. Leonard's, Streatham Hill, and Streatham Park regularly make use of Streatham's orthodontic practices for NHS orthodontic access.
Our database currently lists 1 orthodontic practice in and around Streatham. Streatham falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 2,413 residents in the neighbourhood around Streatham, 4.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. The nearest university dental hospital to Streatham is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 5 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Streatham as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Streatham's under-16 share, 13.8%, is below the typical level. Families in Streatham are served by secondary schools including Dunraven School (0.4 miles) and Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (0.6 miles). 28 secondary schools are within three miles. Streatham's Local Authority area covers 96 schools and 35,727 pupils, according to DfE figures. Streatham has 51 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in England. Across the 1 orthodontic practice we hold records for near Streatham, 1 records private treatment. 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Streatham?
Many patients in Greater London wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Streatham
Children's orthodontics in Streatham covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early. People from St. Leonard's, Streatham Hill and Streatham Park regularly visit orthodontists in Streatham.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Streatham
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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Streatham?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist. People from St. Leonard's, Streatham Hill and Streatham Park regularly visit orthodontists in Streatham.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Streatham
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Streatham
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Streatham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Streatham is Dental Beauty Streatham, about 1.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Clapham South Dental Centre (1.7 miles) and Dulwich Smile Suite (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Streatham?
Our register has 51 practices within 5 miles of Streatham, 184 practices within 10 miles and 348 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Streatham?
The nearest practice to Streatham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in London, about 1.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (1.7 miles) and Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (2.1 miles).
What county is Streatham in?
Streatham is in Greater London.
How's children's dental health in Streatham's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 20% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How deprived is Streatham compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Streatham is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What NHS area is Streatham in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Streatham falls under NHS South East London Integrated Care Board.
Can adults access NHS orthodontics in Streatham?
Adult access to NHS orthodontics in Greater London is very limited — generally restricted to jaw surgery patients or exceptional functional cases. Most adult orthodontic treatment is privately funded.
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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