Orthodontic practices near SE23
On our practice register: 41 practices within 5 miles of SE23, 163 practices within 10 and 345 practices within 20. The closest is London Dental Arts Forest Hill, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 0.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
| Dulwich Dental OfficePeckham | 1.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (931 reviews) |
| Smile StraightCatford | 1.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAMLondon | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dulwich Smile SuiteGipsy Hill | 1.8 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| Dulwich Orthodontic CentrePeckham | 1.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (191 reviews) |
| DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRELondon | 1.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE ORTHODONTIC SUITELondon | 1.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SE23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Forest Hill, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Peckham (1.5 miles north-west) and Catford (1.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill | 1 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Peckham | 2 | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Catford | 1 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| London | 3 | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Gipsy Hill | 1 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SE23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is London Dental Arts Forest Hill (4.9 from 462 reviews), 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Smile StraightCatford | 4.9 (64 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Dulwich Dental OfficePeckham | 4.8 (931 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Dulwich Smile SuiteGipsy Hill | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 1.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SE23
SE23 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: London Dental Arts Forest Hill is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 163 practices, and within 20 there are 345.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: London Dental Arts Forest Hill (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Dulwich Orthodontic Centre (1.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around SE23 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 SE23 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAM in London, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 5 miles away.
SE23 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,572 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 50% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 51.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,537 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sydenham School — 0.7 miles Forest Hill School — 0.7 miles Prendergast Ladywell School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 30 schools, about 31,277 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 | London Dental Arts Forest Hill, Forest Hill — under a mile Dulwich Dental Office, Peckham — 2 miles Smile Straight, Catford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 163 within 10 miles, 345 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE26, SE4, SE22, SE20, SE6, SE14, SE15, SE21 |
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 SE23
Most SE23 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SE23 is Honor Oak.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SE23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SE23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SE23 is London Dental Arts Forest Hill, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Dulwich Dental Office (1.5 miles) and Smile Straight (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SE23?
Our register has 41 practices within 5 miles of SE23, 163 practices within 10 miles and 345 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SE23?
The nearest practice to SE23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS LEWISHAM in London, about 1.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.8 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (1.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the SE23 postcode district?
Places in or next to SE23 include Honor Oak, Perry Vale, Forest Hill, Honor Oak Park, Brockley, Crofton Park, Penge and Penge and Cator.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SE23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Honor Oak, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.