Orthodontic practices near IG10
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of IG10, 67 practices within 10 and 323 practices within 20. The closest is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (108 reviews) |
| Chingford Smile & Orthodontic StudioChingford | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (143 reviews) |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 2.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (418 reviews) |
| Alluring Smiles Dental Practice & Smile DesignChingford | 2.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (25 reviews) |
| Woodford Dental CareWoodford Green | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping | 3.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEEpping | 3.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 4.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (307 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IG10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Buckhurst Hill, 1.9 miles south-west; the next are Chingford (2.8 miles south-west) and Woodford Green (3.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhurst Hill | 1 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Chingford | 3 | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Woodford Green | 1 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Epping | 2 | 3.9 miles north-east |
| Highams Park | 1 | 4.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of IG10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill (5.0 from 108 reviews), 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 4.9 (418 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 4.8 (307 reviews) | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics EppingEpping | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IG10
The nearest practice to IG10 is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 67 practices, and within 20 there are 323.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 5 of the practices around IG10 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 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 IG10 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
IG10 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,626 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,872 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Roding Valley High School — 0.5 miles Debden Park High School — 1.1 miles Davenant Foundation School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 8,009 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions, Buckhurst Hill — 2 miles Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, Chingford — 3 miles Woodford Dental Care, Woodford Green — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 67 within 10 miles, 323 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IG9, IG7, IG8, IG6, IG5, E18, EN9, IG4 |
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 IG10
Most IG10 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for IG10 is Chigwell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IG10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IG10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IG10 is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about 1.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (2.8 miles) and Apolline Dental (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IG10?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of IG10, 67 practices within 10 miles and 323 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IG10?
The nearest practice to IG10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about 1.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (2.8 miles) and SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (3.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the IG10 postcode district?
Places in or next to IG10 include Chigwell, High Beech, Theydon Bois, Upshire, Grange Hill, Buckhurst Hill, Monkhams and Waltham Holy Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IG10 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Chigwell, Essex, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IG10?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.