Orthodontic practices near IG9
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of IG9, 89 practices within 10 and 335 practices within 20. The closest is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, under 0.1 miles.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | under 0.1 miles | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (108 reviews) |
| Woodford Dental CareWoodford Green | 1.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| Chingford Smile & Orthodontic StudioChingford | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (143 reviews) |
| Alluring Smiles Dental Practice & Smile DesignChingford | 1.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (25 reviews) |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 1.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (418 reviews) |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (307 reviews) |
| Chingford Mount Dental PracticeHighams Park | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (635 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTIC CHINGFORDLondon | 3.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IG9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Buckhurst Hill, under 0.1 miles; the next are Woodford Green (1.3 miles south) and Chingford (1.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhurst Hill | 1 | under 0.1 miles |
| Woodford Green | 1 | 1.3 miles south |
| Chingford | 3 | 1.5 miles west |
| Highams Park | 2 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| London | 1 | 3.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of IG9
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), under 0.1 miles.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | under 0.1 miles |
| Apolline DentalChingford | 4.9 (418 reviews) | 1.6 miles west |
| Chingford Mount Dental PracticeHighams Park | 4.8 (635 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| Oak Hill Dental and Implant CentreHighams Park | 4.8 (307 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IG9
IG9 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill is under 0.1 miles away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 89 practices, and within 20 there are 335.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chingford Mount Dental Practice (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around IG9 list clear aligners, the nearest under 0.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around IG9 are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, under 0.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away.
IG9 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 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,733 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,793 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Trinity Catholic High School — 1.0 miles Heathcote School & Science College — 1.2 miles West Hatch High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 19,736 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 94 schools, 59,357 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions, Buckhurst Hill — under a mile Woodford Dental Care, Woodford Green — 1 miles Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio, Chingford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 89 within 10 miles, 335 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IG8, IG10, E18, IG5, E4, IG4, IG6, IG7 |
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.
Teeth straightening near IG9
Most IG9 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 IG9 is Buckhurst Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IG9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IG9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IG9 is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about under 0.1 miles away. The next closest are Woodford Dental Care (1.3 miles) and Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IG9?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of IG9, 89 practices within 10 miles and 335 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IG9?
The nearest practice to IG9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FIRST Ortho - FIRST Impressions in Buckhurst Hill, about under 0.1 miles away. Others nearby include Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (1.5 miles) and Chingford Mount Dental Practice (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the IG9 postcode district?
Places in or next to IG9 include Buckhurst Hill, Monkhams, Woodford Wells, Woodford Green, Chingford Hatch, Friday Hill, Hatch Lane and Chingford Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IG9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Buckhurst Hill, Essex, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.