Orthodontic practices near SE20
On our practice register: 37 practices within 5 miles of SE20, 148 practices within 10 and 342 practices within 20. The closest is Beckenham Dental Centre, 1.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckenham Dental CentreBeckenham | 1.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (264 reviews) |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 1.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| Dulwich Smile SuiteGipsy Hill | 2.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| Dulwich Orthodontic CentrePeckham | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (191 reviews) |
| DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRELondon | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 2.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC SUITELondon | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Addiscombe OrthodonticsCroydon | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SE20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Beckenham, 1.6 miles east; the next are Forest Hill (1.9 miles north) and Gipsy Hill (2.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beckenham | 1 | 1.6 miles east |
| Forest Hill | 1 | 1.9 miles north |
| Gipsy Hill | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Peckham | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| London | 2 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Croydon | 2 | 2.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SE20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Feel Good Dental - Croydon (5.0 from 401 reviews), 2.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Feel Good Dental - CroydonCroydon | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
| Beckenham Dental CentreBeckenham | 4.4 (264 reviews) | 1.6 miles east |
| Dulwich Smile SuiteGipsy Hill | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SE20
SE20 is 1.6 miles from Beckenham Dental Centre, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 148 practices, and within 20 there are 342.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: London Dental Arts Forest Hill (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dulwich Orthodontic Centre (2.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SE20 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SE20 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Beckenham Dental Centre, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 6 miles away.
SE20 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bromley |
| 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 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,828 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 41.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 48.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,716 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris City Academy Crystal Palace — 0.7 miles Harris Girls Academy Bromley — 0.8 miles Harris Academy South Norwood — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 27 schools, about 29,215 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 117 schools, 57,500 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Beckenham Dental Centre, Beckenham — 2 miles London Dental Arts Forest Hill, Forest Hill — 2 miles Dulwich Smile Suite, Gipsy Hill — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 148 within 10 miles, 342 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE26, SE25, SE19, BR3, SE23, SE21, CR0, SE22 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in SE20
Most SE20 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 SE20 is Anerley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SE20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SE20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SE20 is Beckenham Dental Centre, about 1.6 miles to the east. The next closest are London Dental Arts Forest Hill (1.9 miles) and Dulwich Smile Suite (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SE20?
Our register has 37 practices within 5 miles of SE20, 148 practices within 10 miles and 342 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SE20?
The nearest practice to SE20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Beckenham Dental Centre, about 1.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.1 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SE20 postcode district?
Places in or next to SE20 include Anerley, Penge, Penge and Cator, Clock House, Elmers End, South Norwood, New Beckenham and Crystal Palace.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SE20 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Anerley, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near SE20 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.