Orthodontic practices near IG2
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of IG2, 105 practices within 10 and 326 practices within 20. The closest is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - First ImpressionsBarkingside | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (200 reviews) |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 1.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| Ilford Dental CentreIlford | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (251 reviews) |
| Denta ClinicIlford | 1.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (291 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERYIlford | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitestar Dental CareIlford | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,011 reviews) |
| Simplyteeth BrentwoodBecontree | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,149 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC GROUP LTDIlford | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IG2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barkingside, 0.8 miles west; the next are Ilford (1.0 miles south) and Becontree (1.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barkingside | 2 | 0.8 miles west |
| Ilford | 5 | 1.0 miles south |
| Becontree | 1 | 1.3 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 IG2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orthodontic Gallery in Barkingside (4.9 from 462 reviews), 1.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 1.0 miles west |
| Simplyteeth BrentwoodBecontree | 4.8 (1,149 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Denta ClinicIlford | 4.8 (291 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
| Ilford Dental CentreIlford | 4.8 (251 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IG2
The nearest practice to IG2 is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, 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 105 practices, and within 20 there are 326.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orthodontic Gallery (1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around IG2 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 IG2 are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.
IG2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Redbridge |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East 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 | 22.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 13,668 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.3% aged 16 to 24 and 38.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,063 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oaks Park High School — 0.5 miles Seven Kings School — 0.6 miles Valentines High School — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 25 schools, about 39,852 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 94 schools, 59,357 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FIRST Ortho - First Impressions, Barkingside — under a mile Ilford Dental Centre, Ilford — 1 miles Simplyteeth Brentwood, Becontree — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 105 within 10 miles, 326 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IG1, IG6, IG5, IG3, IG4, E12, IG7, IG11 |
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 IG2
People searching from IG2 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 IG2 is Newbury Park.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IG2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IG2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IG2 is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, about 0.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Orthodontic Gallery (1.0 miles) and Ilford Dental Centre (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IG2?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of IG2, 105 practices within 10 miles and 326 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IG2?
The nearest practice to IG2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - First Impressions in Barkingside, about 0.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Ilford Dental Centre (1.0 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the IG2 postcode district?
Places in or next to IG2 include Newbury Park, Barkingside, Clementswood, Fullwell, Ilford, Valentines, Gants Hill and Fairlop Waters.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IG2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Newbury Park, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IG2?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.