Orthodontic practices near Wendens Ambo
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Wendens Ambo, 5 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 2.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (285 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 9.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 9.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| DentastiqueCambridge | 12.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics ClinicCambridge | 12.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 12.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wendens Ambo with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saffron Walden, 2.2 miles north-east; the next are Bishops Stortford (9.0 miles south) and Ford (9.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 9.0 miles south |
| Ford | 1 | 9.1 miles south |
| Cambridge | 16 | 12.2 miles north |
| Old Harlow | 2 | 15.2 miles south |
| Ware | 1 | 16.3 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 Wendens Ambo
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 17.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 17.6 miles south-west |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 12.6 miles north |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 14.6 miles north |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 9.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wendens Ambo at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Uttlesford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 473 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,697 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 54 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Essex | 206th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport — 0.9 miles Saffron Walden County High School — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 3,022 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Walden Dental Clinic, Saffron Walden — 2 miles Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, Bishops Stortford — 9 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 40 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 Wendens Ambo
The nearest practice to Wendens Ambo is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Walden Dental Clinic (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (14.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Wendens Ambo list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles 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 Wendens Ambo are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wendens Ambo
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Orthodontist in Wendens Ambo: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Wendens Ambo often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Essex. Wendens Ambo — a small village with a population of around 473 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Wendens Ambo
Wendens Ambo — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 18.3% of Wendens Ambo's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Wendens Ambo, 8.2% of the 1,697 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Secondary-age pupils near Wendens Ambo attend schools such as Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport (0.9 miles) and Saffron Walden County High School (1.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Wendens Ambo's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Wendens Ambo is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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You can continue browsing related location pages including Norton End, Bonhunt Water, Wicken Bonhunt, Littlebury, Littlebury Green, and Arkesden if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
About Wendens Ambo
Wendens Ambo has a population of around 473, making it a small village within Essex. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Norton End, the closest linked location.
Local provider signals in Wendens Ambo
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Wendens Ambo. The closest on record are The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 2 miles away; Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, about 9 miles away; and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Ford, about 9 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Wendens Ambo
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The Orthodontic Journey in Wendens Ambo
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Wendens Ambo
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Areas We Cover Around Wendens Ambo
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wendens Ambo
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wendens Ambo often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wendens Ambo?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wendens Ambo is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (9.0 miles) and Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wendens Ambo?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Wendens Ambo, 5 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wendens Ambo?
The nearest practice to Wendens Ambo that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (9.1 miles) and The Dentist (9.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wendens Ambo, Essex?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wendens Ambo, Essex?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.