Orthodontic practices near CM0
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CM0; 5 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is Smiles on Broadway in Southend-on-Sea, 9.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiles on BroadwaySouthend-on-Sea | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (59 reviews) |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 9.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (527 reviews) |
| Park House Dental HealthSouthchurch Village | 9.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (29 reviews) |
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 9.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Warwick Lodge Specialist DentistrySouthchurch Village | 9.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (189 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - SouthendSouthend-on-Sea | 10.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 10.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Connaught House Dental SurgeryRayleigh | 10.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (17 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CM0 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southend-on-Sea, 9.3 miles south; the next are Southchurch Village (9.6 miles south-west) and Rayleigh (10.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | 5 | 9.3 miles south |
| Southchurch Village | 2 | 9.6 miles south-west |
| Rayleigh | 1 | 10.5 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 CM0
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry in Southchurch Village (4.9 from 189 reviews), 9.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warwick Lodge Specialist DentistrySouthchurch Village | 4.9 (189 reviews) | 9.8 miles south |
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-west |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (527 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (59 reviews) | 10.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CM0
From CM0 the nearest practice is Smiles on Broadway in Southend-on-Sea, 9.3 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 5 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Royal Mews Dental Practice (10.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around CM0 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CM0 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smiles on Broadway in Southend-on-Sea, 9.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 40 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CM0 to Smiles on Broadway is roughly 20 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CM0 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maldon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,832 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 | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 183 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 40 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ormiston Rivers Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,103 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiles on Broadway, Southend-on-Sea — 9 miles Park House Dental Health, Southchurch Village — 10 miles Connaught House Dental Surgery, Rayleigh — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 76 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SS3, SS4, CO5, CM9, SS1, SS2, SS22, SS99 |
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 CM0
A typical orthodontic search around CM0 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 CM0 is Southminster.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM0
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM0?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM0 is Smiles on Broadway in Southend-on-Sea, about 9.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Parmar Dental (9.4 miles) and Park House Dental Health (9.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CM0?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CM0, 5 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Southend-on-Sea, 9.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM0?
The nearest practice to CM0 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smiles on Broadway in Southend-on-Sea, about 9.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Parmar Dental (9.4 miles) and Park House Dental Health (9.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the CM0 postcode district?
Places in or next to CM0 include Southminster, Asheldham, Stoneyhills, Burnham-on-Crouch, Ostend, Steeple, Dengie and Creeksea.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CM0 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Southminster, Essex, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.