Costs in Tulse Hill at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Dental Beauty Streatham, Streatham — under a mile; 26 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill — under a mile; 12 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 67 within 5 miles, 189 within 10, 353 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 49.1% aged 25 to 49 of 1,633 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Greater London | 199th closest to a practice of 973 places in the county; the county median is 0.7 miles |
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 Tulse Hill that list payment plans
On our practice register: 67 practices within 5 miles of Tulse Hill, 189 practices within 10 and 353 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Beauty Streatham, 0.4 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, 0.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Beauty StreathamStreatham | 0.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (440 reviews) |
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (262 reviews) |
| Ten DentalBrixton | 1.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.6 (361 reviews) |
| Clapham South Dental CentreBattersea | 1.2 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.2 (762 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC SUITELondon | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tulse Hill with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Streatham, 0.4 miles south-west; the next are Brixton Hill (0.7 miles north) and Brixton (0.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Streatham | 1 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Brixton Hill | 1 | 0.7 miles north |
| Brixton | 3 | 0.9 miles north |
| Battersea | 7 | 1.2 miles west |
| London | 6 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Gipsy Hill | 1 | 1.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tulse Hill
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), 4.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 4.0 miles north-west |
| One Dental - CamberwellBrixton | 5.0 (287 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-east |
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 3.5 miles north |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 5.0 (137 reviews) | 3.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Tulse Hill, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Dental Beauty Streatham, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.5 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Tulse Hill
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill (under a mile) | Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile); One Dental - Camberwell (1.7 miles) | 9 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill (under a mile) | Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile); Dulwich Smile Suite (1.6 miles) | 12 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill (under a mile) | Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile); THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (1.5 miles) | 12 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Dental Beauty Streatham (under a mile) | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (under a mile); Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile) | 26 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill (under a mile) | Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile); Dulwich Smile Suite (1.6 miles) | 15 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Orchard Orthodontics LONDON, Brixton Hill (under a mile) | Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (under a mile); Dulwich Smile Suite (1.6 miles) | 11 |
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.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Tulse Hill — the range is genuinely wide. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
What Each Treatment Costs in Tulse Hill
As a private-fee guide for Tulse Hill, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Tulse Hill. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Tulse Hill — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Tulse Hill
Private full fixed brace treatment in Tulse Hill typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Tulse Hill. Officially, Tulse Hill is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. Tulse Hill's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,633 residents in the neighbourhood around Tulse Hill, 4.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 64 orthodontic practices within five miles, Tulse Hill is better served than 99% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Tulse Hill are Trinity Academy (0.5 miles) and Harris Academy Clapham (0.6 miles). 37 secondary schools are within three miles. Tulse Hill's Local Authority area covers 96 schools and 35,727 pupils, according to DfE figures. Tulse Hill's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Tulse Hill is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Tulse Hill → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Tulse Hill
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Tulse Hill offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
What affects clear aligner cost in Tulse Hill?
Clear aligner cost in Tulse Hill varies considerably from case to case. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Tulse Hill
Private clear aligner treatment in Tulse Hill typically ranges as follows:
Budget aligner options in Tulse Hill
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Tulse Hill. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Where the Savings Come From in Tulse Hill
Treatment scope — a limited course for minor front-tooth alignment is genuinely cheaper because there's simply less treatment involved, and that's fine when the case really is mild.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Tulse Hill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tulse Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tulse Hill is Dental Beauty Streatham, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (0.7 miles) and Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tulse Hill?
Our register has 67 practices within 5 miles of Tulse Hill, 189 practices within 10 miles and 353 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Tulse Hill offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Tulse Hill that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Orchard Orthodontics LONDON in Brixton Hill, about 0.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Brixton Smiles Dental Clinic (0.9 miles) and Dulwich Smile Suite (1.6 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Tulse Hill?
Tulse Hill sits within NHS South East London Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How's children's dental health in Tulse Hill's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 20% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Is Tulse Hill rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Tulse Hill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which county covers Tulse Hill?
Tulse Hill is in Greater London.
How much do braces cost in Tulse Hill?
Private metal fixed braces in Tulse Hill typically cost £1,500–£3,500. Ceramic braces £2,000–£4,500. NHS braces are free for eligible under-18s. Lingual braces and Invisalign cost more — see the full comparison above.
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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