Orthodontic practices near N12
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of N12, 137 practices within 10 and 370 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Cliniq - Finchley DentistFinchley | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (368 reviews) |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (86 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONELondon | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell HillMuswell Hill | 2.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Smile Matters DentistsMuswell Hill | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (280 reviews) |
| Barnet Smiles Dental CareBarnet | 2.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (436 reviews) |
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 2.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (90 reviews) |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 2.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to N12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Finchley, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Totteridge (0.8 miles north-west) and London (1.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Finchley | 1 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Totteridge | 1 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| London | 1 | 1.3 miles north |
| Muswell Hill | 2 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Barnet | 1 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Edgwarebury | 1 | 2.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of N12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Origin Orthodontics in Edgwarebury (5.0 from 90 reviews), 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 4.9 (86 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell HillMuswell Hill | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from N12
N12 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 137 practices, and within 20 there are 370.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Barnet Smiles Dental Care (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around N12 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 N12 are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.
N12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Barnet |
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North 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 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,660 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 44.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 43.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,321 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Michael's Catholic Grammar School — 0.1 miles Wren Academy Finchley — 0.4 miles Finchley Catholic High School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 30 schools, about 34,304 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 167 schools, 67,996 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, Finchley — under a mile Southover Orthodontic Practice, Totteridge — under a mile ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONE, London — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 137 within 10 miles, 370 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | N20, N3, N2, N10, EN4, N11, EN5, NW11 |
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 N12
A typical orthodontic search around N12 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for N12 is North Finchley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near N12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to N12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to N12 is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Southover Orthodontic Practice (0.8 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONE (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near N12?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of N12, 137 practices within 10 miles and 370 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near N12?
The nearest practice to N12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONE (1.3 miles) and Smile Matters Dentists (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the N12 postcode district?
Places in or next to N12 include North Finchley, West Finchley, Oakleigh, Friern Barnet, Coldfall, Finchley, Finchley Church End and Totteridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the N12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering North Finchley, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near N12?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around North Finchley, Greater London can start an assessment today.
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.