Orthodontic practices near CM18
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of CM18, 19 practices within 10 and 194 practices within 20. The closest is The Barbara Castle Dental Practice in Harlow, 1.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Barbara Castle Dental PracticeHarlow | 1.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (68 reviews) |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 2.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (289 reviews) |
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping | 4.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEEpping | 4.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics PracticeHoddesdon | 5.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (320 reviews) |
| Hoddesdon Dental SurgeryHoddesdon | 5.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (79 reviews) |
| North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon | 5.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (189 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CM18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Harlow, 1.5 miles west; the next are Old Harlow (2.2 miles north-east) and Epping (4.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Harlow | 1 | 1.5 miles west |
| Old Harlow | 2 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Epping | 2 | 4.0 miles south |
| Hoddesdon | 3 | 5.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CM18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.0 from 189 reviews), 5.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon | 5.0 (189 reviews) | 5.1 miles west |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 4.8 (289 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 4.8 (217 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 4.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CM18
CM18 is 1.5 miles from The Barbara Castle Dental Practice in Harlow, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 194.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice (5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around CM18 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CM18 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Old Harlow Dental Practice, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 18 miles away.
CM18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Harlow |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,679 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 36% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,356 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sir Frederick Gibberd College — 0.4 miles St Mark's West Essex Catholic School — 0.6 miles Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 6,222 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Barbara Castle Dental Practice, Harlow — 2 miles Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre), Old Harlow — 2 miles Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, Epping — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 194 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CM20, CM19, CM17, CM92, CM16, CM21, SG10, EN9 |
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 CM18
Patients in the CM18 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 CM18 is Passmores.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM18 is The Barbara Castle Dental Practice in Harlow, about 1.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre) (2.2 miles) and Old Harlow Dental Practice (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CM18?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of CM18, 19 practices within 10 miles and 194 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM18?
The nearest practice to CM18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 2.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (4.0 miles) and Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice (5.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the CM18 postcode district?
Places in or next to CM18 include Passmores, Stewards, Brays Grove, Latton Bush, Netteswell, Mark Hall South, Little Parndon and The High.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CM18 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Passmores, Essex, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near CM18?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.