Orthodontic practices near SL1
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of SL1, 51 practices within 10 and 265 practices within 20. The closest is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Dental SurgerySlough | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (92 reviews) |
| Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental EmergenciesSlough | 0.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Acorn Dental CareSlough | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (93 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in SloughSlough | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (803 reviews) |
| Maple OrthodonticsSlough | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (91 reviews) |
| Herschel Dental & Implant CentreSlough | 1.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Yew Tree Dental Care and Implant CentreSlough | 1.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (322 reviews) |
| CastleView DentalSlough | 2.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (69 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SL1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental Emergencies in Slough (5.0 from 36 reviews), 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental EmergenciesSlough | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Yew Tree Dental Care and Implant CentreSlough | 4.9 (322 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
| CastleView DentalSlough | 4.9 (69 reviews) | 2.3 miles south |
| Abbey Dental SurgerySlough | 4.1 (92 reviews) | 0.5 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 SL1
The nearest practice to SL1 is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, 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 51 practices, and within 20 there are 265.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Acorn Dental Care (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (1.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around SL1 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 SL1 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
SL1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Slough |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | 26.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 13,721 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 40.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,050 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Eden Girls' School, Slough — 0.2 miles The Westgate School — 0.4 miles Herschel Grammar School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 17,960 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 59 schools, 34,689 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Abbey Dental Surgery, Slough — under a mile Alma Road Dental, Windsor — 3 miles Langley Dental and Orthodontics, Colnbrook — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 51 within 10 miles, 265 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SL2, SL4, SL3, SL95, SL60, HP9, SL9, SL0 |
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 SL1
Patients in the SL1 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SL1 is Chalvey.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SL1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SL1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SL1 is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental Emergencies (0.7 miles) and Acorn Dental Care (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SL1?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of SL1, 51 practices within 10 miles and 265 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SL1?
The nearest practice to SL1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Acorn Dental Care (1.0 miles) and Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SL1 postcode district?
Places in or next to SL1 include Chalvey, Salt Hill, Cippenham, Eton Wick, Farnham Royal, Britwell, Slough and Farnham Common.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SL1 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Chalvey, Slough, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near SL1?
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.