Orthodontic practices near SM1
On our practice register: 42 practices within 5 miles of SM1, 124 practices within 10 and 345 practices within 20. The closest is Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton, 0.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benhill Dental PracticeSutton | 0.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (345 reviews) |
| Sutton Dental Centre & SkynologySutton | 0.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (93 reviews) |
| Sherwood Park Dental PracticeSutton | 0.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (162 reviews) |
| Keppel Advanced DentistrySutton | 0.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Sutton OrthodonticsSutton | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (321 reviews) |
| SUTTON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESutton | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Carlton Dental PracticeCarshalton | 1.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (255 reviews) |
| Cheam Village Dental StudiosCheam | 1.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (381 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SM1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sutton, 0.1 miles east; the next are Carshalton (1.1 miles east) and Cheam (1.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton | 6 | 0.1 miles east |
| Carshalton | 1 | 1.1 miles east |
| Cheam | 1 | 1.3 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 SM1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheam Village Dental Studios (5.0 from 381 reviews), 1.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheam Village Dental StudiosCheam | 5.0 (381 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-west |
| Carlton Dental PracticeCarshalton | 4.9 (255 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| Sherwood Park Dental PracticeSutton | 4.9 (162 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Benhill Dental PracticeSutton | 4.8 (345 reviews) | 0.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SM1
SM1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 124 practices, and within 20 there are 345.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Benhill Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Keppel Advanced Dentistry (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around SM1 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 SM1 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 10 miles away.
SM1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sutton |
| NHS dental services | NHS South West 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,250 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 45.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 41.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,413 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sutton Grammar School — 0.2 miles Greenshaw High School — 0.8 miles St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 24,010 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 72 schools, 42,587 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Benhill Dental Practice, Sutton — under a mile Carlton Dental Practice, Carshalton — 1 miles Cheam Village Dental Studios, Cheam — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 124 within 10 miles, 345 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR4, KT4, KT17, KT3, CR5, KT19, CR90, CR8 |
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 SM1
Most SM1 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 SM1 is Benhilton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SM1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SM1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SM1 is Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton, about 0.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Sutton Dental Centre & Skynology (0.3 miles) and Sherwood Park Dental Practice (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SM1?
Our register has 42 practices within 5 miles of SM1, 124 practices within 10 miles and 345 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SM1?
The nearest practice to SM1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton, about 0.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Sutton Orthodontics (1.0 miles) and SUTTON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the SM1 postcode district?
Places in or next to SM1 include Benhilton, Sutton Central, Sutton South, Sutton North, St. Helier, Sutton, Sutton West and Carshalton Beeches.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SM1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Benhilton, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SM1?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.