Orthodontic practices near BR1
On our practice register: 25 practices within 5 miles of BR1, 109 practices within 10 and 340 practices within 20. The closest is Premier Orthodontics in Shortlands, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier OrthodonticsShortlands | 0.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (161 reviews) |
| Beckenham Dental CentreBeckenham | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (264 reviews) |
| Smile StraightCatford | 2.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| Smile 4 UChislehurst | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (612 reviews) |
| Petts Wood OrthodonticsBickley | 2.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| PETTS WOOD ORTHODONTIC SURGERYOrpington | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 3.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| S3 Dental ElthamEltham | 3.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (849 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BR1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shortlands, 0.3 miles west; the next are Beckenham (1.9 miles west) and Catford (2.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shortlands | 1 | 0.3 miles west |
| Beckenham | 1 | 1.9 miles west |
| Catford | 1 | 2.2 miles north-west |
| Chislehurst | 1 | 2.2 miles east |
| Bickley | 1 | 2.7 miles south-east |
| Orpington | 1 | 2.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BR1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham (5.0 from 47 reviews), 3.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Premier OrthodonticsShortlands | 4.9 (161 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| Smile StraightCatford | 4.9 (64 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-west |
| S3 Dental ElthamEltham | 4.8 (849 reviews) | 3.1 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 BR1
BR1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Premier Orthodontics in Shortlands is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 109 practices, and within 20 there are 340.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Premier Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around BR1 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 BR1 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Premier Orthodontics in Shortlands, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 8 miles away.
BR1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bromley |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,034 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 42.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,786 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bullers Wood School for Boys — 1.1 miles Haberdashers' Knights Academy — 1.1 miles Bullers Wood School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 22,577 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 117 schools, 57,500 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Premier Orthodontics, Shortlands — under a mile Beckenham Dental Centre, Beckenham — 2 miles Smile Straight, Catford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 109 within 10 miles, 340 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BR2, SE12, BR7, SE6, BR4, SE9, BR3, SE13 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the BR1 area
A typical orthodontic search around BR1 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BR1 is Bromley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BR1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BR1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BR1 is Premier Orthodontics in Shortlands, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Beckenham Dental Centre (1.9 miles) and Smile Straight (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BR1?
Our register has 25 practices within 5 miles of BR1, 109 practices within 10 miles and 340 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BR1?
The nearest practice to BR1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Premier Orthodontics in Shortlands, about 0.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Beckenham Dental Centre (1.9 miles) and Smile 4 U (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BR1 postcode district?
Places in or next to BR1 include Bromley, Plaistow and Sundridge, Widmore, Bromley Town, Shortlands, Mottingham and Chislehurst North, Whitefoot and Elmstead.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BR1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Bromley, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near BR1?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.