Orthodontic practices near BR3
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of BR3, 135 practices within 10 and 335 practices within 20. The closest is Beckenham Dental Centre, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckenham Dental CentreBeckenham | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (264 reviews) |
| Premier OrthodonticsShortlands | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (161 reviews) |
| Smile StraightCatford | 2.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| Shirley Dental PracticeCroydon | 2.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 2.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Addiscombe OrthodonticsCroydon | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (524 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BR3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Beckenham, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are Shortlands (2.0 miles east) and Catford (2.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beckenham | 1 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| Shortlands | 1 | 2.0 miles east |
| Catford | 1 | 2.1 miles north |
| Croydon | 3 | 2.2 miles south |
| Forest Hill | 1 | 2.6 miles north-west |
| London | 1 | 3.1 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 BR3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Feel Good Dental - Croydon (5.0 from 401 reviews), 2.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Shirley Dental PracticeCroydon | 4.9 (237 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| Premier OrthodonticsShortlands | 4.9 (161 reviews) | 2.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BR3
The nearest practice to BR3 is Beckenham 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 135 practices, and within 20 there are 335.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Premier Orthodontics (2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Feel Good Dental - Croydon (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BR3 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 BR3 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Beckenham Dental Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 7 miles away.
BR3 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 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,958 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 38.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,928 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Academy Beckenham — 0.3 miles Orion Eden Park — 0.7 miles Harris Girls Academy Bromley — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 22 schools, about 24,343 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 117 schools, 57,500 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Beckenham Dental Centre, Beckenham — under a mile Premier Orthodontics, Shortlands — 2 miles Smile Straight, Catford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 135 within 10 miles, 335 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE20, SE26, SE6, BR4, SE23, SE25, BR1, BR2 |
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.
Orthodontic research around BR3
Patients in the BR3 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BR3 is Beckenham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BR3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BR3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BR3 is Beckenham Dental Centre, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Premier Orthodontics (2.0 miles) and Smile Straight (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BR3?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of BR3, 135 practices within 10 miles and 335 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BR3?
The nearest practice to BR3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Beckenham Dental Centre, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Premier Orthodontics (2.0 miles) and Orchard Orthodontics (3.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the BR3 postcode district?
Places in or next to BR3 include Beckenham, Copers Cope, Kelsey and Eden Park, Monks Orchard, Upper Elmers End, New Beckenham, Clock House and Elmers End.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BR3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Beckenham, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BR3?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any 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.