Orthodontic practices near IG7
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of IG7, 75 practices within 10 and 315 practices within 20. The closest is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (108 reviews) |
| Woodford Dental CareWoodford Green | 2.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 2.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERYIlford | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FIRST Ortho - First ImpressionsBarkingside | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (200 reviews) |
| Collier Row Dental PracticeCollier Row | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.3 (219 reviews) |
| Chadwell Heath Orthodontic PracticeBecontree | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (114 reviews) |
| CHADWELL HEATH ORTHODONTICS LTDRomford | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IG7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Buckhurst Hill, 2.5 miles west; the next are Woodford Green (2.7 miles west) and Barkingside (2.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhurst Hill | 1 | 2.5 miles west |
| Woodford Green | 1 | 2.7 miles west |
| Barkingside | 2 | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Ilford | 1 | 2.8 miles south-west |
| Collier Row | 1 | 3.0 miles east |
| Becontree | 1 | 3.4 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 IG7
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), 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
| FIRST Ortho - First ImpressionsBarkingside | 4.8 (200 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Woodford Dental CareWoodford Green | 4.7 (667 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IG7
The nearest practice to IG7 is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 75 practices, and within 20 there are 315.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontic Gallery (2.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around IG7 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around IG7 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 9 miles away.
IG7 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,320 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 35.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,208 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Forest Academy — 1.0 miles West Hatch High School — 1.4 miles King Solomon High School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 15,006 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions, Buckhurst Hill — 2 miles Woodford Dental Care, Woodford Green — 3 miles Orthodontic Gallery, Barkingside — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 75 within 10 miles, 315 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IG6, IG5, IG2, IG10, RM6, IG3, IG4, IG9 |
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 IG7
Most IG7 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 IG7 is Grange Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IG7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IG7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IG7 is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about 2.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Woodford Dental Care (2.7 miles) and Orthodontic Gallery (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IG7?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of IG7, 75 practices within 10 miles and 315 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IG7?
The nearest practice to IG7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about 2.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (2.8 miles) and FIRST Ortho - First Impressions (3.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the IG7 postcode district?
Places in or next to IG7 include Grange Hill, Hainault, Chigwell Row, Chigwell, Fairlop, Fairlop Waters, Repton Park and Newbury Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IG7 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Grange Hill, Essex, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IG7?
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.