Orthodontic practices near N3
On our practice register: 36 practices within 5 miles of N3, 152 practices within 10 and 384 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Cliniq - Finchley DentistFinchley | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (368 reviews) |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 1.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| BRACE PLACELondon | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 1.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (86 reviews) |
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 2.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (90 reviews) |
| Smile Matters DentistsMuswell Hill | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (280 reviews) |
| Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell HillMuswell Hill | 2.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS WHETSTONELondon | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to N3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Finchley, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are Golders Green (1.5 miles south-west) and London (1.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Finchley | 1 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| Golders Green | 1 | 1.5 miles south-west |
| London | 2 | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Totteridge | 1 | 1.6 miles north |
| Edgwarebury | 1 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Muswell Hill | 2 | 2.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of N3
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), 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsEdgwarebury | 5.0 (90 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - PrivateGolders Green | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Southover Orthodontic PracticeTotteridge | 4.9 (86 reviews) | 1.6 miles north |
| Muswell Hill Smile- Dentist Muswell HillMuswell Hill | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from N3
N3 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 152 practices, and within 20 there are 384.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - Private (1.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around N3 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 N3 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 6 miles away.
N3 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,074 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 44.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,162 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Christ's College Finchley — 0.7 miles Bishop Douglass School Finchley — 0.8 miles Hasmonean High School for Boys — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 23 schools, about 25,706 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 167 schools, 67,996 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, Finchley — under a mile Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - Private, Golders Green — 2 miles BRACE PLACE, London — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 152 within 10 miles, 384 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | N12, NW11, N2, NW4, N20, NW7, N10, NW2 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the N3 area
People searching from N3 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 N3 is Finchley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near N3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to N3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to N3 is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Brace Place Orthodontic Practice - Private (1.5 miles) and BRACE PLACE (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near N3?
Our register has 36 practices within 5 miles of N3, 152 practices within 10 miles and 384 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near N3?
The nearest practice to N3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Cliniq - Finchley Dentist, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include BRACE PLACE (1.5 miles) and Smile Matters Dentists (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the N3 postcode district?
Places in or next to N3 include Finchley, Finchley Church End, West Finchley, Mill Hill East, Golders Green, Garden Suburb, North Finchley and Hendon.
How do I find an orthodontist near the N3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Finchley, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near N3?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.