Orthodontic practices near CR90
On our practice register: 36 practices within 5 miles of CR90, 145 practices within 10 and 340 practices within 20. The closest is London Road Dental Centre in Croydon, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Road Dental CentreCroydon | 0.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (182 reviews) |
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (524 reviews) |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
| Heathfield Dental ClinicSouth Croydon | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (330 reviews) |
| Croydon Orthodontic Practice Tim McDonogh And AssociatesCroydon | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics South CroydonSouth Croydon | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (226 reviews) |
| CROYDON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESouth Croydon | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Thornton Dental and Implant CentreThornton Heath | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (204 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CR90 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Croydon, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are London (1.1 miles east) and South Croydon (1.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Croydon | 3 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| London | 1 | 1.1 miles east |
| South Croydon | 3 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Thornton Heath | 1 | 1.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CR90
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orchard Orthodontics in London (4.8 from 524 reviews), 1.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 4.8 (524 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 4.8 (352 reviews) | 1.2 miles south |
| Thornton Dental and Implant CentreThornton Heath | 4.6 (204 reviews) | 1.3 miles north |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics South CroydonSouth Croydon | 4.4 (226 reviews) | 1.3 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 CR90
The nearest practice to CR90 is London Road Dental Centre in Croydon, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 145 practices, and within 20 there are 340.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Orthodontics (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Gentle Dental Care (1.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around CR90 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 CR90 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Orthodontics in London, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 9 miles away.
CR90 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,699 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.8% aged 16 to 24 and 35% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,333 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Invictus Academy Croydon — 0.4 miles St Mary's Catholic High School — 0.7 miles The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 28,236 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 | London Road Dental Centre, Croydon — under a mile Orchard Orthodontics, London — 1 miles Heathfield Dental Clinic, South Croydon — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 145 within 10 miles, 340 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR9, CR7, CR0, SE25, CR2, CR8, SE19, CR4 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the CR90 area
Patients in the CR90 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CR90 is Broad Green.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CR90
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CR90?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CR90 is London Road Dental Centre in Croydon, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Orchard Orthodontics (1.1 miles) and Gentle Dental Care (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CR90?
Our register has 36 practices within 5 miles of CR90, 145 practices within 10 miles and 340 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CR90?
The nearest practice to CR90 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Orthodontics in London, about 1.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Gentle Dental Care (1.2 miles) and CROYDON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the CR90 postcode district?
Places in or next to CR90 include Broad Green, Croydon, West Thornton, Waddon, Purley Way, Bensham Manor, Bandonhill and Thornton Heath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CR90 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Broad Green, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CR90?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.