Orthodontic practices near CO6
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of CO6, 16 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic in Eight Ash Green, 2.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brickstables Dental & Implant ClinicEight Ash Green | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (205 reviews) |
| Whitefern Dental HealthColchester | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (122 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioColchester | 4.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| Colchester SmilesColchester | 4.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| Mile End Dental ClinicColchester | 4.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (344 reviews) |
| Creffield Lodge Dental PracticeColchester | 5.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (269 reviews) |
| North Hill DentalColchester | 5.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (580 reviews) |
| Mulberry ClinicsColchester | 5.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CO6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Eight Ash Green, 2.7 miles south-east; the next are Colchester (4.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Eight Ash Green | 1 | 2.7 miles south-east |
| Colchester | 7 | 4.1 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 CO6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Creffield Lodge Dental Practice in Colchester (4.9 from 269 reviews), 5.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Creffield Lodge Dental PracticeColchester | 4.9 (269 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
| The Dental StudioColchester | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
| Mulberry ClinicsColchester | 4.9 (147 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
| North Hill DentalColchester | 4.8 (580 reviews) | 5.0 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 CO6
The nearest practice to CO6 is Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic in Eight Ash Green, 2.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around CO6 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 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 CO6 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic in Eight Ash Green, 2.7 miles away.
CO6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Colchester |
| 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 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,034 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 72 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Stanway School — 3.6 miles The Trinity School — 4.1 miles St Benedict's Catholic College — 4.5 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic, Eight Ash Green — 3 miles Whitefern Dental Health, Colchester — 4 miles Perfect Smile Clinic Implant and Invisalign dental centre Sudbury Suffolk, Sudbury — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 52 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CO8, CO3, CO1, CO5, CO2, CO4, CO10, CO9 |
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 CO6
People searching from CO6 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CO6 is Fordstreet.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CO6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CO6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CO6 is Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic in Eight Ash Green, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Whitefern Dental Health (4.1 miles) and The Dental Studio (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CO6?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of CO6, 16 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CO6?
The nearest practice to CO6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic in Eight Ash Green, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Colchester Smiles (4.4 miles) and Mile End Dental Clinic (4.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the CO6 postcode district?
Places in or next to CO6 include Fordstreet, Gallows Green, Wormingford, Eight Ash Green, Mount Bures, Chappel, Wakes Colne and Swan Street.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CO6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Fordstreet, 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?
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.