Orthodontic practices near NW3
On our practice register: 75 practices within 5 miles of NW3, 178 practices within 10 and 387 practices within 20. The closest is Hampstead Orthodontic Practice in Highbury, 0.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead Orthodontic PracticeHighbury | 0.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (213 reviews) |
| Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic CentreLondon | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (129 reviews) |
| [le] dentalKilburn | 0.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (238 reviews) |
| The London Centre for Cosmetic DentistryLondon | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (331 reviews) |
| Malmin OrthodonticsKilburn | 0.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (455 reviews) |
| St Johns Wood Orthodontic ClinicAbbey Road | 1.1 miles south | – | – | – | 2.9 (128 reviews) |
| ST JOHNS WOOD ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Advance Dental Suite - Dental Implants | Composite Bonding | Invisalign & Teeth Straightening | Emergency | HygienistKilburn | 1.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (647 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NW3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Highbury, 0.4 miles east; the next are London (0.5 miles south) and Kilburn (0.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Highbury | 1 | 0.4 miles east |
| London | 3 | 0.5 miles south |
| Kilburn | 3 | 0.7 miles south-west |
| Abbey Road | 1 | 1.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NW3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry (5.0 from 331 reviews), 0.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The London Centre for Cosmetic DentistryLondon | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 0.7 miles south-east |
| [le] dentalKilburn | 5.0 (238 reviews) | 0.7 miles south-west |
| Hampstead Orthodontic PracticeHighbury | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 0.4 miles east |
| Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic CentreLondon | 4.9 (129 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NW3
NW3 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Hampstead Orthodontic Practice in Highbury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 178 practices, and within 20 there are 387.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hampstead Orthodontic Practice (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around NW3 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 NW3 are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic Centre in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 3 miles away.
NW3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Camden |
| 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 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,853 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 41.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 50.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,896 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The UCL Academy — 0.7 miles Haverstock School — 1.0 miles Harris Academy St John's Wood — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 35 schools, about 34,246 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hampstead Orthodontic Practice, Highbury — under a mile Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic Centre, London — under a mile [le] dental, Kilburn — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 178 within 10 miles, 387 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NW8, NW6, NW5, N6, NW1, NW11, N2, N19 |
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 NW3
People searching from NW3 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 NW3 is Belsize.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NW3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NW3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NW3 is Hampstead Orthodontic Practice in Highbury, about 0.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic Centre (0.5 miles) and [le] dental (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NW3?
Our register has 75 practices within 5 miles of NW3, 178 practices within 10 miles and 387 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NW3?
The nearest practice to NW3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willow Tree Dental and Orthodontic Centre in London, about 0.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include [le] dental (0.7 miles) and ST JOHNS WOOD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (1.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the NW3 postcode district?
Places in or next to NW3 include Belsize, Belsize Park, Frognal and Fitzjohns, Hampstead Town, Hampstead, Vale of Health, Gospel Oak and Maitland Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NW3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Belsize, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near NW3?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.