Orthodontic practices near CR7
On our practice register: 47 practices within 5 miles of CR7, 160 practices within 10 and 347 practices within 20. The closest is Thornton Dental and Implant Centre in Thornton Heath, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Dental and Implant CentreThornton Heath | 0.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (204 reviews) |
| London Road Dental CentreCroydon | 1.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (182 reviews) |
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (524 reviews) |
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 2.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Addiscombe OrthodonticsCroydon | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| Incredible SmilesMitcham | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (164 reviews) |
| Heathfield Dental ClinicSouth Croydon | 2.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (330 reviews) |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CR7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thornton Heath, 0.2 miles south; the next are Croydon (1.1 miles south) and London (1.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton Heath | 1 | 0.2 miles south |
| Croydon | 4 | 1.1 miles south |
| London | 1 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Mitcham | 1 | 2.5 miles west |
| South Croydon | 1 | 2.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CR7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Feel Good Dental - Croydon (5.0 from 401 reviews), 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 4.8 (524 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 4.8 (352 reviews) | 2.6 miles south |
| Thornton Dental and Implant CentreThornton Heath | 4.6 (204 reviews) | 0.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CR7
CR7 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Thornton Dental and Implant Centre in Thornton Heath is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 160 practices, and within 20 there are 347.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Thornton Dental and Implant Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Feel Good Dental - Croydon (2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around CR7 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 CR7 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Thornton Dental and Implant Centre in Thornton Heath, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 7 miles away.
CR7 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Croydon |
| NHS dental services | NHS South West London 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,580 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 36.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,250 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norbury High School for Girls — 0.8 miles Harris Academy Beulah Hill — 1.1 miles The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 30,531 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 153 schools, 63,189 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Thornton Dental and Implant Centre, Thornton Heath — under a mile London Road Dental Centre, Croydon — 1 miles Orchard Orthodontics, London — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 160 within 10 miles, 347 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR90, CR9, SE19, SE25, SE27, CR0, SE21, SE20 |
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 CR7
Patients in the CR7 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 CR7 is Bensham Manor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CR7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CR7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CR7 is Thornton Dental and Implant Centre in Thornton Heath, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are London Road Dental Centre (1.1 miles) and Orchard Orthodontics (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CR7?
Our register has 47 practices within 5 miles of CR7, 160 practices within 10 miles and 347 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CR7?
The nearest practice to CR7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Thornton Dental and Implant Centre in Thornton Heath, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Orchard Orthodontics (1.6 miles) and Incredible Smiles (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the CR7 postcode district?
Places in or next to CR7 include Bensham Manor, Thornton Heath, West Thornton, Selhurst, Croydon, Broad Green, Norbury and Upper Norwood.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CR7 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Bensham Manor, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
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.