Orthodontic practices near CB21
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CB21; 18 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics Clinic in Cambridge, 6.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics ClinicCambridge | 6.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Devonshire House Dental PracticeCambridge | 6.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (608 reviews) |
| Antwerp House Dentistry CambridgeCambridge | 7.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (332 reviews) |
| CAMBRIDGE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICECambridge | 7.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cambridge Orthodontic Practice - Private & NHS OrthodonticsCambridge | 7.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (128 reviews) |
| DentastiqueCambridge | 7.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 7.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (285 reviews) |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 7.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CB21 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cambridge, 6.7 miles north-west; the next are Saffron Walden (7.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 7 | 6.7 miles north-west |
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 7.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CB21
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 7.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 7.8 miles north-west |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.9 (285 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
| Cambridge Orthodontic Practice - Private & NHS OrthodonticsCambridge | 4.9 (128 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-west |
| Devonshire House Dental PracticeCambridge | 4.8 (608 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CB21
From CB21 the nearest practice is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics Clinic in Cambridge, 6.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentastique (7.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around CB21 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around CB21 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Devonshire House Dental Practice in Cambridge, 6.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CB21 to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics Clinic is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CB21 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Cambridgeshire |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,477 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 130 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Linton Village College — 2.0 miles Sawston Village College — 5.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 766 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics Clinic, Cambridge — 7 miles The Walden Dental Clinic, Saffron Walden — 8 miles Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 28 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CB10, CB25, CB22, CB11, CB5, CB1, CB9, CB2 |
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 CB21
Patients in the CB21 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 CB21 is Linton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CB21
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CB21?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CB21 is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics Clinic in Cambridge, about 6.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Devonshire House Dental Practice (6.8 miles) and Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CB21?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CB21, 18 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cambridge, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CB21?
The nearest practice to CB21 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Devonshire House Dental Practice in Cambridge, about 6.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include CAMBRIDGE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (7.1 miles) and The Walden Dental Clinic (7.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the CB21 postcode district?
Places in or next to CB21 include Linton, Hildersham, Balsham, Little Abington, Hadstock, Lark Hall Corner, Bartlow and Great Abington.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CB21 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Linton, Cambridgeshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near CB21 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.