Orthodontic practices near CM5
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CM5; 29 practices within 10 and 168 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, 6.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping | 6.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEEpping | 6.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 6.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 6.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (289 reviews) |
| The Dental Practice ShenfieldShenfield | 7.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (107 reviews) |
| The Dental Works BrentwoodBrentwood | 7.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (110 reviews) |
| Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practiceBrentwood | 7.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (66 reviews) |
| Talbot DentalShenfield | 7.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CM5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Epping, 6.2 miles west; the next are Old Harlow (6.5 miles north-west) and Shenfield (7.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Epping | 2 | 6.2 miles west |
| Old Harlow | 2 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Shenfield | 2 | 7.1 miles south-east |
| Brentwood | 2 | 7.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CM5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Talbot Dental in Shenfield (4.9 from 146 reviews), 7.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Talbot DentalShenfield | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| The Dental Works BrentwoodBrentwood | 4.9 (110 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| The Dental Practice ShenfieldShenfield | 4.9 (107 reviews) | 7.1 miles south-east |
| Sunny Smiles Dental and aesthetic practiceBrentwood | 4.9 (66 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CM5
From CM5 the nearest practice is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, 6.2 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 29 practices, and within 20 there are 168.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Dental Practice Shenfield (7.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around CM5 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 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 CM5 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Epping, 6.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CM5 to Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 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.
CM5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Epping Forest |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,816 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% 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 | 95 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Ongar Academy — 0.4 miles Passmores Academy — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 467 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, Epping — 6 miles Old Harlow Dental Practice, Old Harlow — 6 miles The Dental Practice Shenfield, Shenfield — 7 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 | 29 within 10 miles, 168 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CM15, CM14, CM17, RM4, RM3, CM16, CM21, CM13 |
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.
Teeth straightening near CM5
A typical orthodontic search around CM5 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 CM5 is High Ongar.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM5 is Dental Beauty Orthodontics Epping, about 6.2 miles to the west. The next closest are SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (6.2 miles) and Old Harlow Dental Practice (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CM5?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CM5, 29 practices within 10 miles and 168 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Epping, 6.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM5?
The nearest practice to CM5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Epping, about 6.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Old Harlow Dental Practice (6.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the CM5 postcode district?
Places in or next to CM5 include High Ongar, Clatterford End, Chipping Ongar, Marden Ash, Fyfield, Bobbingworth, Cannon's Green and Norwood End.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CM5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around High Ongar, Essex, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near CM5?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around High Ongar, Essex can start an assessment today.
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.