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Orthodontic Treatment In The CM16 Postcode Area

People searching from the CM16 area are usually comparing braces, aligners and where to begin. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. The first step can be done from home in a few minutes.

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Orthodontic practices near CM16

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of CM16, 49 practices within 10 and 254 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, 0.5 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping0.5 miles west–––4.8 (143 reviews)
SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEEpping0.5 miles west✓–––
The Barbara Castle Dental PracticeHarlow3.9 miles north-west–––4.2 (68 reviews)
Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow5.8 miles north✓––4.8 (217 reviews)
Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow5.8 miles north–✓✓4.8 (289 reviews)
FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill6.2 miles south-west✓✓✓5.0 (108 reviews)
Chingford Smile & Orthodontic StudioChingford6.7 miles south-west✓✓✓4.3 (143 reviews)
The Lodge Dental SuiteCheshunt6.7 miles west–––4.9 (72 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to CM16 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Epping, 0.5 miles west; the next are Harlow (3.9 miles north-west) and Old Harlow (5.8 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Epping20.5 miles west
Harlow13.9 miles north-west
Old Harlow25.8 miles north
Buckhurst Hill16.2 miles south-west
Chingford16.7 miles south-west
Cheshunt16.7 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CM16

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill (5.0 from 108 reviews), 6.2 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill5.0 (108 reviews)6.2 miles south-west
The Lodge Dental SuiteCheshunt4.9 (72 reviews)6.7 miles west
Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow4.8 (289 reviews)5.8 miles north
Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow4.8 (217 reviews)5.8 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from CM16

CM16 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 49 practices, and within 20 there are 254.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around CM16 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 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 CM16 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Epping, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 15 miles away.

CM16 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaEpping Forest
NHS dental servicesNHS Essex Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1619.1% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents8,419 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 32.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car14% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre822 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal London Dental Hospital, London — 15 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsEpping St John's Church of England School — 0.9 miles
Davenant Foundation School — 3.0 miles
Debden Park High School — 3.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 1,036 pupils (DfE)
Orthodontic practices on record2
Nearest orthodontic practicesDental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, Epping — under a mile
The Barbara Castle Dental Practice, Harlow — 4 miles
Old Harlow Dental Practice, Old Harlow — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles49 within 10 miles, 254 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsCM18, RM4, IG10, CM19, CM20, CM17, IG7, CM92

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.

Starting your orthodontic search in CM16

Most CM16 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.

The nearest town page for CM16 is Epping.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM16

Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM16?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM16 is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (0.5 miles) and The Barbara Castle Dental Practice (3.9 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near CM16?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of CM16, 49 practices within 10 miles and 254 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM16?

The nearest practice to CM16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Epping, about 0.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Old Harlow Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions (6.2 miles).

Which places are in or near the CM16 postcode district?

Places in or next to CM16 include Epping, Steward's Green, Fiddlers Hamlet, Ivy Chimneys, Coopersale, Thornwood Common, Mount End and Hobbs Cross.

How do I find an orthodontist near the CM16 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Epping, 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?

It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.

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.

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