Orthodontic practices near SE13
On our practice register: 37 practices within 5 miles of SE13, 164 practices within 10 and 339 practices within 20. The closest is Toothbrush Dental Practice in Blackheath, 0.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toothbrush Dental PracticeBlackheath | 0.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (349 reviews) |
| Belmont Park Dental and Implant CareBlackheath | 0.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (681 reviews) |
| Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning TownLadywell | 0.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,108 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAMLondon | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dream Smile Dental Clinic: Lewisham & GreenwichBlackheath | 0.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (380 reviews) |
| SparklySmile Dental PracticeBlackheath | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| Greenwich Dental Referral PracticeNew Cross | 1.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (143 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental GalleryCanary Wharf | 1.5 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (453 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SE13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Blackheath, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Ladywell (0.4 miles north-west) and London (0.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Blackheath | 4 | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Ladywell | 1 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| London | 1 | 0.4 miles west |
| New Cross | 1 | 1.3 miles north |
| Canary Wharf | 1 | 1.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SE13
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Cosmetic Dental Gallery in Canary Wharf (5.0 from 453 reviews), 1.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cosmetic Dental GalleryCanary Wharf | 5.0 (453 reviews) | 1.5 miles north |
| Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning TownLadywell | 4.9 (1,108 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Toothbrush Dental PracticeBlackheath | 4.9 (349 reviews) | 0.2 miles north-east |
| SparklySmile Dental PracticeBlackheath | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 0.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SE13
SE13 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Toothbrush Dental Practice in Blackheath is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 164 practices, and within 20 there are 339.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Toothbrush Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning Town (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SE13 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SE13 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning Town in Ladywell, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 4 miles away.
SE13 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lewisham |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,320 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 52.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 60.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,986 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Prendergast Vale School — 0.4 miles St Matthew Academy — 0.5 miles Prendergast School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 28 schools, about 28,155 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 94 schools, 39,093 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Toothbrush Dental Practice, Blackheath — under a mile Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning Town, Ladywell — under a mile TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAM, London — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 164 within 10 miles, 339 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE6, SE4, SE10, SE8, SE3, SE12, SE14, E22 |
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 SE13
People searching from SE13 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SE13 is Lewisham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SE13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SE13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SE13 is Toothbrush Dental Practice in Blackheath, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Belmont Park Dental and Implant Care (0.3 miles) and Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning Town (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SE13?
Our register has 37 practices within 5 miles of SE13, 164 practices within 10 miles and 339 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SE13?
The nearest practice to SE13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning Town in Ladywell, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAM (0.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the SE13 postcode district?
Places in or next to SE13 include Lewisham, Lewisham Central, Ladywell, Rushey Green, Catford South, Greenwich, Greenwich West and Catford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SE13 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Lewisham, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near SE13?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.