Orthodontic practices near Underhill
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Underhill, 135 practices within 10 and 367 practices within 20. The closest is Barnet Smiles Dental Care, 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnet Smiles Dental CareBarnet | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (436 reviews) |
| High Barnet Dental CareBarnet | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (132 reviews) |
| BARNET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTDBarnet | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 1.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (86 reviews) |
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 1.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (90 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONELondon | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Katz and Madhok OrthodonticsEdgware | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (154 reviews) |
| Harley House Dental PracticeBorehamwood | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (104 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Underhill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnet, 0.7 miles north-east; the next are Totteridge (1.7 miles south-east) and Edgwarebury (1.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnet | 3 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Totteridge | 1 | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Edgwarebury | 1 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| London | 5 | 1.9 miles east |
| Edgware | 3 | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Borehamwood | 2 | 2.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Underhill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury (5.0 from 90 reviews), 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Finchley OrthodonticsCrouch End | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Treehouse DentalHighbury | 4.9 (448 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
| The Oakwood Clinic - Orthodontics & DentistryEnfield Town | 4.9 (252 reviews) | 3.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Underhill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Barnet |
| 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) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,623 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 792 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 461st closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Totteridge Academy — 0.8 miles Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet — 1.1 miles Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 19,214 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 167 schools, 67,996 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Barnet Smiles Dental Care, Barnet — under a mile Southover Orthodontic Practice, Totteridge — 2 miles Origin Orthodontics, Edgwarebury — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 135 within 10 miles, 367 within 20 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 Underhill
Underhill has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Barnet Smiles Dental Care is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 135 practices, and within 20 there are 367.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Barnet Smiles Dental Care (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Katz and Madhok Orthodontics (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Underhill list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Underhill are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Barnet Smiles Dental Care, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Underhill
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Local orthodontic signals in Underhill
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Underhill. The closest on record are Barnet Smiles Dental Care, under a mile away; Southover Orthodontic Practice in Totteridge, about 2 miles away; and Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury, about 2 miles away.
Underhill at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Ducks Island, under 1 km to the east.
Area profile for Underhill
By ONS classification, Underhill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Underhill falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Underhill's under-16 share sits at 16.5%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Underhill, 7.6% of the 1,623 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Underhill has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in England. Families in Underhill are served by secondary schools including The Totteridge Academy (0.8 miles) and Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet (1.1 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 167 schools and 67,996 pupils in Underhill's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Underhill's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Underhill is about 9 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London.
Orthodontic Treatments in Underhill
Patients in Underhill have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Underhill
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Underhill
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Underhill runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
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Areas We Cover Around Underhill
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Frequently Asked Questions in Underhill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Underhill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Underhill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Underhill is Barnet Smiles Dental Care, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are High Barnet Dental Care (1.2 miles) and BARNET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Underhill?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Underhill, 135 practices within 10 miles and 367 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Underhill?
The nearest practice to Underhill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Barnet Smiles Dental Care, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include BARNET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD (1.2 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONE (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Underhill, Greater London?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Underhill, Greater London?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.