Orthodontic practices near IP20
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of IP20; 19 practices within 20. The closest is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 11.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich OrthodonticsAshwellthorpe | 11.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Newmarket Road Dental ClinicNorwich | 14.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (436 reviews) |
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 14.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45)Norwich | 14.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (256 reviews) |
| NR2 Dental StudioNorwich | 15.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (115 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 15.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (763 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 15.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 15.7 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IP20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashwellthorpe, 11.9 miles north-west; the next are Norwich (14.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 11.9 miles north-west |
| Norwich | 7 | 14.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of IP20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (5.0 from 130 reviews), 14.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 14.7 miles north |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 15.7 miles north |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 4.9 (763 reviews) | 15.1 miles north |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 4.9 (632 reviews) | 15.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IP20
The nearest practice to IP20 is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 11.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 19 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (15.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around IP20 list clear aligners, the nearest 14.5 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 IP20 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Newmarket Road Dental Clinic in Norwich, 14.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IP20 to Norwich Orthodontics is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 310 to 620 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £280 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
IP20 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Norfolk |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,083 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 96 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Harleston Sancroft Academy (a 3-16 Church of England School) — 1.1 miles Bungay High School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 824 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 12 miles Newmarket Road Dental Clinic, Norwich — 14 miles John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 19 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IP21, NR15, NR35, NR14, IP19, IP98, NR4, IP13 |
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.
Orthodontic research around IP20
People searching from IP20 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for IP20 is Lushbush.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IP20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IP20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IP20 is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 11.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Newmarket Road Dental Clinic (14.5 miles) and Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (14.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IP20?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IP20, 0 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ashwellthorpe, 11.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IP20?
The nearest practice to IP20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Newmarket Road Dental Clinic in Norwich, about 14.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include NR2 Dental Studio (15.1 miles) and Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (15.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the IP20 postcode district?
Places in or next to IP20 include Lushbush, Redenhall, Harleston, Mendham, Withersdale Street, Homersfield, Wortwell and Alburgh.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IP20 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Lushbush, Norfolk, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near IP20 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.