Orthodontic practices near SE28
On our practice register: 25 practices within 5 miles of SE28, 115 practices within 10 and 344 practices within 20. The closest is Abbeywood Dental in Thamesmead, 0.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeywood DentalThamesmead | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (140 reviews) |
| Phoenix Orthodontic PracticeLondon | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (314 reviews) |
| Smile Welling Dental CareWelling | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (229 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental BarkingBarking | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (1,033 reviews) |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 2.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 2.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic DentistKidbrooke | 3.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (797 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SE28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thamesmead, 0.7 miles east; the next are London (2.2 miles north-west) and Welling (2.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thamesmead | 1 | 0.7 miles east |
| London | 1 | 2.2 miles north-west |
| Welling | 3 | 2.3 miles south |
| Barking | 1 | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 3.2 miles south |
| Kidbrooke | 1 | 3.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SE28
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd (4.9 from 164 reviews), 2.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 2.7 miles south |
| AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic DentistKidbrooke | 4.8 (797 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-west |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.8 (631 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
| Smile Welling Dental CareWelling | 4.7 (229 reviews) | 2.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SE28
The nearest practice to SE28 is Abbeywood Dental in Thamesmead, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 115 practices, and within 20 there are 344.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (3.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around SE28 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 SE28 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Abbeywood Dental in Thamesmead, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 7 miles away.
SE28 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Greenwich |
| 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 | 28.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,307 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.5% aged 16 to 24 and 37.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,177 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 | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls — 0.1 miles Woolwich Polytechnic School — 0.2 miles St Paul's Academy — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 28,620 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 101 schools, 46,827 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Abbeywood Dental, Thamesmead — under a mile Phoenix Orthodontic Practice, London — 2 miles Smile Welling Dental Care, Welling — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 115 within 10 miles, 344 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE2, DA18, IG11, SE18, DA16, DA17, RM9, DA7 |
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.
Orthodontic research around SE28
People searching from SE28 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SE28 is Thamesmead Moorings.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SE28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SE28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SE28 is Abbeywood Dental in Thamesmead, about 0.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Phoenix Orthodontic Practice (2.2 miles) and Smile Welling Dental Care (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SE28?
Our register has 25 practices within 5 miles of SE28, 115 practices within 10 miles and 344 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SE28?
The nearest practice to SE28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Abbeywood Dental in Thamesmead, about 0.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Phoenix Orthodontic Practice (2.2 miles) and Smile Welling Dental Care (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the SE28 postcode district?
Places in or next to SE28 include Thamesmead Moorings, West Thamesmead, Thamesmead, Creekmouth, Barking Riverside, Thames, Cavendish Square and Cyprus.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SE28 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Thamesmead Moorings, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SE28?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Thamesmead Moorings, Greater London can start an assessment today.
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.