Orthodontic practices near IG8
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of IG8, 104 practices within 10 and 348 practices within 20. The closest is Woodford Dental Care in Woodford Green, 0.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford Dental CareWoodford Green | 0.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (108 reviews) |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 1.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (307 reviews) |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 2.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| Chingford Smile & Orthodontic StudioChingford | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (143 reviews) |
| Alluring Smiles Dental Practice & Smile DesignChingford | 2.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (25 reviews) |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 2.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (418 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERYIlford | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IG8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Woodford Green, 0.2 miles south-west; the next are Buckhurst Hill (1.1 miles north) and Highams Park (1.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Woodford Green | 1 | 0.2 miles south-west |
| Buckhurst Hill | 1 | 1.1 miles north |
| Highams Park | 1 | 1.5 miles west |
| Barkingside | 1 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Chingford | 3 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Ilford | 1 | 2.2 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 IG8
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), 1.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 1.1 miles north |
| Orthodontic GalleryBarkingside | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 4.9 (418 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 4.8 (307 reviews) | 1.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IG8
IG8 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Woodford Dental Care in Woodford Green is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 104 practices, and within 20 there are 348.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orthodontic Gallery (2.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around IG8 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around IG8 are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away.
IG8 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,754 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 35.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,042 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Woodbridge High School — 0.6 miles Woodford County High School — 0.8 miles Trinity Catholic High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 20 schools, about 25,671 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 | Woodford Dental Care, Woodford Green — under a mile FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions, Buckhurst Hill — 1 miles Oak Hill Dental and Implant Centre, Highams Park — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 104 within 10 miles, 348 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IG9, E18, IG5, IG4, E4, E11, IG10, IG6 |
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 IG8
Most IG8 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 IG8 is Woodford Wells.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IG8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IG8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IG8 is Woodford Dental Care in Woodford Green, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions (1.1 miles) and Oak Hill Dental and Implant Centre (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IG8?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of IG8, 104 practices within 10 miles and 348 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IG8?
The nearest practice to IG8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about 1.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (2.1 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC GALLERY (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the IG8 postcode district?
Places in or next to IG8 include Woodford Wells, Buckhurst Hill, Monkhams, Woodford Green, Roding, Clayhall, South Woodford and Chingford Hatch.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IG8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Woodford Wells, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IG8?
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.