--- title: "FIRST Ortho - First Impressions | Orthodontist in Barkingside" url: https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/first-ortho-first-impressions description: "FIRST Ortho - First Impressions, orthodontist in Barkingside: address, phone number, opening hours and NHS status." updated: 2026-10-20 publisher: Virtual Consultant Online --- # FIRST Ortho - First Impressions 26 Clarence Ave, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6JH, UK, [Ilford](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/location/barkingside) IG9 5BS 4.8 (200 reviews) Ceramic Braces Clear Aligners Fixed Braces Invisalign Lingual Braces NHS Braces Retainers [020 8518 1022](tel:020 8518 1022) [Visit Website](http://firstortho.co.uk) [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4061014168576140570&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) [Email](mailto:info@firstortho.co.uk) ## About This Practice FIRST Ortho - First Impressions provides orthodontic treatment to patients in Barkingside. Across the practices we list in Barkingside, the review-weighted average rating is 4.9; this practice's 4.8 is in line with that. Adult orthodontics is reported as a particular focus of this practice. This is one of 2 practices on our Barkingside register. 200 reviews give this practice an average rating of 4.8/5. The practice offers Invisalign, NHS Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, and Ceramic Braces. The practice website also mentions serving Gants Hill and Loughton. Digital scanning (such as an iTero-style intraoral scanner) is reported to be used at this practice. The practice is reported to offer on-site parking and wheelchair access. FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is located at 26 Clarence Ave, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6JH, UK (IG9 5BS). A specialist orthodontist is reported to be involved in treatment planning at this practice. This listing is compiled from the Google Places (England) register. Other practices nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY in Ilford (under a mile away), Orthodontic Gallery in Barkingside (under a mile away), and Ilford Dental Centre in Ilford (about 1 mile away). The practice offers both NHS-funded and private orthodontic treatment. ## FIRST Ortho - First Impressions at a Glance | Address | 26 Clarence Ave, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6JH, UK, Barkingside, IG9 5BS | | --- | --- | | Nation | England | | NHS dental services | NHS North East London Integrated Care Board | | NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) | | Funding listed | NHS and private | | Treatments listed | Ceramic Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, NHS Braces, Retainers | | Public rating | 4.8 out of 5 from 200 reviews | | Nearest other orthodontist | THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY, Ilford — under a mile | | Details last checked | May 2026 | Sources: our orthodontic practice register, ONS geography via postcodes.io and UK NHS dental charge schedules. Distances are straight-line. ## Around FIRST Ortho - First Impressions Around FIRST Ortho - First Impressions the 2021 Census counts 2,154 residents, with 6.5% aged 10 to 15, where most NHS orthodontic treatment starts. The nearest secondary school is Valentines High School, 0.2 miles away. Patients here can choose from 11 other orthodontic practices within three miles. Of the 10 rated practices within three miles, its public rating places it 2nd. For hospital orthodontic referrals the nearest university dental hospital is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 6 miles away. | Neighbourhood residents | 2,154 in the census neighbourhood around this address (Census 2021) | | --- | --- | | Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of neighbourhood residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment | | Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 44.5% aged 25 to 49 | | Nearest secondary schools | Valentines High School (0.2 miles); Beal High School (0.9 miles); The Ursuline Academy Ilford (0.9 miles) | | Other orthodontists within 3 miles | 11 (7 offer NHS, 6 list clear aligners, 3 list fixed braces) | | Rating among nearby practices | 2nd of 10 rated practices within three miles | | Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London (about 6 miles) | | Residents in IG9 | 8,733 in the census area around the district centre (Census 2021) | | Households without a car in IG9 | 15.8% | | Residents per square kilometre in IG9 | 2,793 | Sources: Census 2021 (ONS, via NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line. [Orthodontists in the IG9 postcode district](https://virtualconsultant.online/postcodes/ig9) ## NHS Orthodontics in Barkingside 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 North East London Integrated Care Board. FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is listed as offering NHS treatment, subject to eligibility. ## Gallery ## Frequently Asked Questions Does FIRST Ortho - First Impressions offer NHS treatment? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions offers both NHS and private orthodontic treatment, subject to eligibility. What treatments does FIRST Ortho - First Impressions offer? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions offers Invisalign, NHS Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, and Ceramic Braces. Actual suitability depends on individual assessment. Is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions run by a specialist orthodontist? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is reported to be led by a specialist orthodontist, rather than a general dentist offering orthodontic treatment. Confirm current registration directly with the practice. Does FIRST Ortho - First Impressions use digital scanning? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is reported to use digital or 3D scanning technology as part of assessment, which can remove the need for traditional dental impressions. Does FIRST Ortho - First Impressions treat children as well as adults? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is reported to focus on adult orthodontic treatment. Is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions accessible? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is reported to offer on-site parking and wheelchair access. Confirm current accessibility directly with the practice before visiting. Where is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions located? FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is located in Ilford. How many orthodontists are there in Barkingside? We currently track 2 orthodontic practices in Barkingside, of which FIRST Ortho - First Impressions is one. How much does NHS orthodontic treatment cost at FIRST Ortho - First Impressions? 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. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers. What other orthodontists are near FIRST Ortho - First Impressions? The nearest other practices on our register are THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (Ilford, under a mile away), Orthodontic Gallery (Barkingside, under a mile away), and Ilford Dental Centre (Ilford, about 1 mile away). Distances are straight-line from the practice. ## Link to this page from your website If you work at FIRST Ortho - First Impressions, you can copy this link into your own site. ``` FIRST Ortho - First Impressions on Virtual Consultant Online ``` ## Related Reading [Orthodontic treatment options in Ilford View](https://virtualconsultant.online/locations/barkingside) [Ceramic braces explained View](https://virtualconsultant.online/treatments/ceramic-braces) [How clear aligners work View](https://virtualconsultant.online/aligners/how-it-works) [Fixed braces: what to expect View](https://virtualconsultant.online/treatments/braces) [NHS orthodontic treatment View](https://virtualconsultant.online/nhs) [Orthodontic insurance options View](https://virtualconsultant.online/insurance) [Orthodontist vs dentist: what's the difference? 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The nearest is THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY, under a mile away. | Practice | From FIRST Ortho - First Impressions | NHS | Private | Aligners | Braces | Also lists | Google rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/the-orthodontic-gallery), Ilford | under a mile north-west | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – | | [Orthodontic Gallery](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/orthodontic-gallery), Barkingside | under a mile north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | specialist, Invisalign, evenings/weekends, payment plans | 4.9 (462) | | [Ilford Dental Centre](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/ilford-dental-centre), Ilford | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign | 4.8 (251) | | [Whitestar Dental Care](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/whitestar-dental-care), Ilford | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Invisalign, evenings/weekends, payment plans | 4.4 (1,011) | | [Denta Clinic](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/denta-clinic), Ilford | 1.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.8 (291) | | [Manor Park Dental Practice](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/manor-park-dental-practice), Manor Park | 1.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, payment plans | 4.6 (833) | ✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances from FIRST Ortho - First Impressions. [THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY — Ilford (under a mile)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/the-orthodontic-gallery) [Orthodontic Gallery — Barkingside (under a mile)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/orthodontic-gallery) [Ilford Dental Centre — Ilford (1 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/ilford-dental-centre) [Whitestar Dental Care — Ilford (1 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/whitestar-dental-care) [Denta Clinic — Ilford (1 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/denta-clinic) [Manor Park Dental Practice — Manor Park (2 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/manor-park-dental-practice) [Compare All Orthodontists in Barkingside](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/location/barkingside) ### Not sure which practice to choose? 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