Orthodontic practices near NR19
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of NR19; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 12.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton Dental CareCostessey | 12.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Norwich OrthodonticsAshwellthorpe | 13.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Hellesdon Dental CareNorwich | 13.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
| Newmarket Road Dental ClinicNorwich | 14.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (436 reviews) |
| NR2 Dental StudioNorwich | 14.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (115 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 15.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
| Norfolk EndodonticsNorwich | 15.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (37 reviews) |
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 15.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NR19 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Costessey, 12.4 miles east; the next are Ashwellthorpe (13.3 miles south-east) and Norwich (13.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Costessey | 1 | 12.4 miles east |
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 13.3 miles south-east |
| Norwich | 6 | 13.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NR19
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Corner House Dental in Norwich (4.9 from 632 reviews), 15.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 4.9 (632 reviews) | 15.1 miles east |
| Newmarket Road Dental ClinicNorwich | 4.9 (436 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 15.6 miles east |
| Drayton Dental CareCostessey | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 12.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NR19
From NR19 the nearest practice is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 12.4 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 6 of the practices around NR19 list clear aligners, the nearest 12.4 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 NR19 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 12.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NR19 to Drayton Dental Care is roughly 30 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 320 to 640 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £290 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 17.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NR19 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Breckland |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,596 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 | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 695 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Northgate High School — 1.1 miles Dereham Neatherd High School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,282 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Drayton Dental Care, Costessey — 12 miles Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 13 miles Hellesdon Dental Care, Norwich — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NR20, IP25, NR17, NR21, NR9, NR18, NR24, NR22 |
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 NR19
Most NR19 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 NR19 is East Dereham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR19
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR19?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR19 is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, about 12.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Norwich Orthodontics (13.3 miles) and Hellesdon Dental Care (13.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NR19?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NR19, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Costessey, 12.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR19?
The nearest practice to NR19 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, about 12.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Newmarket Road Dental Clinic (14.5 miles) and NR2 Dental Studio (14.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the NR19 postcode district?
Places in or next to NR19 include East Dereham, Moorgate, Toftwood, Dumpling Green, Old Brigg, Hoe, Northall Green and Bird's Corner.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NR19 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for East Dereham, Norfolk, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.