Orthodontic practices near AL10
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of AL10, 55 practices within 10 and 257 practices within 20. The closest is Hatfield Dental Centre, 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Dental CentreHatfield | 0.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (58 reviews) |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) |
| Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & OrthodonticsHatfield | 0.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,093 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 3.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (619 reviews) |
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 3.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Panshanger Dental PracticeTewin | 3.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (179 reviews) |
| Dental Specialists St AlbansSt Albans | 4.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (31 reviews) |
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 4.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AL10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hatfield, 0.3 miles north-east; the next are Welwyn Garden City (3.0 miles north) and Tewin (3.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hatfield | 3 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Welwyn Garden City | 2 | 3.0 miles north |
| Tewin | 1 | 3.9 miles north-east |
| St Albans | 2 | 4.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of AL10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alban City Dental & Surgical Centre in St Albans (5.0 from 110 reviews), 4.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 4.3 miles west |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & OrthodonticsHatfield | 4.9 (1,093 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AL10
The nearest practice to AL10 is Hatfield Dental Centre, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 257.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around AL10 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around AL10 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Iconic Smiles - Cheshunt in Hatfield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 17 miles away.
AL10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Welwyn Hatfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | 9.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,016 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.6% aged 16 to 24 and 39.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,435 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School — 0.3 miles Onslow St Audrey's School — 0.5 miles Stanborough School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,872 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hatfield Dental Centre, Hatfield — under a mile Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden City, Welwyn Garden City — 3 miles Panshanger Dental Practice, Tewin — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 257 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL9, AL8, AL7, AL4, AL6, EN6, AL1, AL2 |
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.
Teeth straightening near AL10
A typical orthodontic search around AL10 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for AL10 is Oxlease.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AL10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AL10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AL10 is Hatfield Dental Centre, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Iconic Smiles - Cheshunt (0.3 miles) and Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & Orthodontics (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AL10?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of AL10, 55 practices within 10 miles and 257 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AL10?
The nearest practice to AL10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Iconic Smiles - Cheshunt in Hatfield, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & Orthodontics (0.8 miles) and Panshanger Dental Practice (3.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the AL10 postcode district?
Places in or next to AL10 include Oxlease, South Hatfield, Hatfield, Birchwood, The Ryde, Nast Hyde, Hatfield Garden Village and Bullen's Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AL10 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Oxlease, Hertfordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near AL10 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.