Orthodontic practices near SG3
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of SG3, 43 practices within 10 and 132 practices within 20. The closest is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage, 2.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 2.2 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (837 reviews) |
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (98 reviews) |
| Mr K Velji - Stevenage Dental PracticeStevenage | 2.9 miles north | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Village Dental PracticeStevenage | 2.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (104 reviews) |
| Inline OrthodonticsStevenage | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (18 reviews) |
| Smilecraft Dental Care StevenageStevenage | 3.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (61 reviews) |
| Panshanger Dental PracticeTewin | 4.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (179 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 4.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (619 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SG3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stevenage, 2.2 miles north; the next are Welwyn (2.5 miles south-west) and Tewin (4.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stevenage | 5 | 2.2 miles north |
| Welwyn | 1 | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Tewin | 1 | 4.0 miles south |
| Welwyn Garden City | 1 | 4.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SG3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 2.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 2.2 miles north |
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Village Dental PracticeStevenage | 4.9 (104 reviews) | 2.9 miles north |
| Smilecraft Dental Care StevenageStevenage | 4.9 (61 reviews) | 3.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SG3
The nearest practice to SG3 is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 132.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Village Dental Practice (2.9 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around SG3 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles 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 SG3 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 23 miles away.
SG3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Hertfordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,855 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 312 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Barnwell School — 2.0 miles Marriotts School — 2.8 miles Monk's Walk School — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,685 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hydean Dental Practice, Stevenage — 2 miles Neel Dentistry, Welwyn — 2 miles Panshanger Dental Practice, Tewin — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 132 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL6, SG2, SG1, AL7, AL8, SG4, SG14, AL10 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the SG3 area
People searching from SG3 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 SG3 is Knebworth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SG3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SG3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SG3 is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage, about 2.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Neel Dentistry (2.5 miles) and Mr K Velji - Stevenage Dental Practice (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SG3?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of SG3, 43 practices within 10 miles and 132 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SG3?
The nearest practice to SG3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, about 2.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Village Dental Practice (2.9 miles) and Inline Orthodontics (3.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the SG3 postcode district?
Places in or next to SG3 include Knebworth, Woolmer Green, Pottersheath, Oaklands, Bragbury End, Datchworth, Rableyheath and Old Knebworth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SG3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Knebworth, Hertfordshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near SG3?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.