Orthodontic practices near SL9
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of SL9, 68 practices within 10 and 292 practices within 20. The closest is Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic Centre, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic CentreGerrards Cross | 0.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (89 reviews) |
| Canon House ClinicBeaconsfield | 3.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| MakingSmiles BeaconsfieldBeaconsfield | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (19 reviews) |
| SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITEDBeaconsfield | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTDRickmansworth | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Rickmansworth OrthodonticsRickmansworth | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| Frays Dental Centre, UxbridgeUxbridge | 4.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Feelgood Dental | NHS & Private Dentist Near Me | Invisalign | Dental ImplantsUxbridge | 4.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (321 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SL9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gerrards Cross, 0.6 miles south; the next are Beaconsfield (3.4 miles west) and Rickmansworth (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gerrards Cross | 1 | 0.6 miles south |
| Beaconsfield | 3 | 3.4 miles west |
| Rickmansworth | 2 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Uxbridge | 2 | 4.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SL9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Canon House Clinic in Beaconsfield (4.9 from 188 reviews), 3.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canon House ClinicBeaconsfield | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 3.4 miles west |
| Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic CentreGerrards Cross | 4.9 (89 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| Rickmansworth OrthodonticsRickmansworth | 4.8 (24 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Feelgood Dental | NHS & Private Dentist Near Me | Invisalign | Dental ImplantsUxbridge | 4.7 (321 reviews) | 4.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SL9
The nearest practice to SL9 is Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic Centre, 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 68 practices, and within 20 there are 292.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: MakingSmiles Beaconsfield (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Canon House Clinic (3.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around SL9 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 SL9 are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 19 miles away.
SL9 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Buckinghamshire |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,798 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,191 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Chalfonts Community College — 1.0 miles The Reach Free School — 3.2 miles Harefield School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,058 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 270 schools, 98,299 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic Centre, Gerrards Cross — under a mile Canon House Clinic, Beaconsfield — 3 miles RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, Rickmansworth — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 68 within 10 miles, 292 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HP8, SL2, SL0, HP9, HP7, HP6, SL3, SL95 |
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.
Teeth straightening near SL9
Patients in the SL9 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SL9 is Gerrards Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SL9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SL9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SL9 is Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic Centre, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Canon House Clinic (3.4 miles) and MakingSmiles Beaconsfield (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SL9?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of SL9, 68 practices within 10 miles and 292 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SL9?
The nearest practice to SL9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MakingSmiles Beaconsfield, about 3.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITED (3.5 miles) and RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD (4.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SL9 postcode district?
Places in or next to SL9 include Gerrards Cross, Chalfont Saint Peter, Chalfont Common, Horn Hill, Chalfont St Giles, Jordans, Tatling End and Fulmer.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SL9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SL9?
Yes, patients around Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.