Orthodontic practices near CB8
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of CB8, 1 practice within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 1.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter's Family DentalNewmarket | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (157 reviews) |
| Idh GroupBury St Edmunds | 11.7 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Antwerp House Dentistry CambridgeCambridge | 11.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.5 (332 reviews) |
| Guildhall DentalBury St Edmunds | 12.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,193 reviews) |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 12.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 12.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (27 reviews) |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 12.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (13 reviews) |
| Sycamore House Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 12.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (90 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CB8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newmarket, 1.3 miles north-west; the next are Bury St Edmunds (11.7 miles east) and Cambridge (11.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newmarket | 1 | 1.3 miles north-west |
| Bury St Edmunds | 6 | 11.7 miles east |
| Cambridge | 1 | 11.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CB8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stewart House Orthodontics in Bury St Edmunds (5.0 from 13 reviews), 12.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 12.2 miles east |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 12.2 miles east |
| Guildhall DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.8 (1,193 reviews) | 12.0 miles east |
| Sycamore House Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 4.6 (90 reviews) | 12.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CB8
CB8 is 1.3 miles from Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 28.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Cathedral Dental (12.2 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around CB8 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 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 CB8 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, 1.3 miles away.
CB8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,623 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 38.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 422 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Newmarket Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 797 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 1 miles Idh Group, Bury St Edmunds — 12 miles Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge, Cambridge — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 28 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IP28, CB9, CB7, CB25, CB21, IP29, IP27, CB10 |
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 CB8 area
A typical orthodontic search around CB8 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CB8 is Saxon Street.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CB8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CB8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CB8 is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 1.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Idh Group (11.7 miles) and Antwerp House Dentistry Cambridge (11.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CB8?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of CB8, 1 practice within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CB8?
The nearest practice to CB8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Baxter's Family Dental in Newmarket, about 1.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Stewart House Orthodontics (12.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the CB8 postcode district?
Places in or next to CB8 include Saxon Street, Newmarket, Ditton Green, Woodditton, Little Ditton, Cheveley, Stetchworth and Studlands Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CB8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Saxon Street, Cambridgeshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.