THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE
91 TOMLINSON AVENUE, LUTON LU4 0QL
About This Practice
THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE is a registered orthodontic provider serving Luton and the surrounding area. If you are comparing options, the closest alternatives we list are Dr Jilpa Patel in Dunstable (under a mile away), Cobham Clinic in Dunstable (under a mile away), and Houghton Regis Dental Centre in Dunstable (about 1 mile away). The practice address is 91 TOMLINSON AVENUE, postcode LU4 0QL. This is one of 6 practices on our Luton register. NHS orthodontic treatment is available here, subject to eligibility criteria. Practice details here are sourced from NHS ODS, England.
THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE at a Glance
| Address | 91 TOMLINSON AVENUE, Luton, LU4 0QL |
|---|---|
| Nation | England |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Funding listed | NHS |
| Nearest other orthodontist | Dr Jilpa Patel, Dunstable — under a mile |
| Details last checked | October 2026 |
Around THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE
Around THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE the 2021 Census counts 1,831 residents, with 10.6% aged 10 to 15, where most NHS orthodontic treatment starts. The Chalk Hills Academy is the closest secondary school, 0.2 miles from the practice. THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE is one of 9 orthodontic practices within three miles of each other. For hospital orthodontic referrals the nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 30 miles away.
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,831 in the census neighbourhood around this address (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.6% of neighbourhood residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Chalk Hills Academy (0.2 miles); Houstone School (1.0 miles); Challney High School for Girls (1.2 miles) |
| Other orthodontists within 3 miles | 8 (5 offer NHS, 6 list clear aligners) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London (about 30 miles) |
| Residents in LU4 | 12,380 in the census area around the district centre (Census 2021) |
| Households without a car in LU4 | 18.3% |
| Residents per square kilometre in LU4 | 5,949 |
NHS Orthodontics in Luton
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.
NHS dental services in this area are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board.
THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE is listed as offering NHS treatment, subject to eligibility.
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Nearby Orthodontists
The 6 practices closest to THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE on our register: 3 list NHS orthodontics, 4 list clear aligners and 0 list fixed braces. The nearest is Dr Jilpa Patel, under a mile away.
| Practice | From THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE | NHS | Private | Aligners | Braces | Also lists | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Jilpa Patel, Dunstable | under a mile north-west | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.3 (12) |
| Cobham Clinic, Dunstable | under a mile south-east | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.0 (18) |
| Houghton Regis Dental Centre, Dunstable | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, evenings/weekends | 4.7 (662) |
| The Implant and Cosmetic Smiles Clinic, Dunstable | 1.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign | 4.9 (95) |
| Great Northern Road Dental Clinic, Dunstable | 1.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, evenings/weekends | 4.6 (52) |
| Dunstable Dental Practice, Dunstable | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, evenings/weekends, payment plans | 4.7 (381) |
Location
Map — LUTON LU4 0QL
Practice information is compiled from official public sources and practice websites. CQC records are acknowledged under the Open Government Licence where applicable. This listing is informational and is not a clinical endorsement.
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