Orthodontic practices near SM5
On our practice register: 43 practices within 5 miles of SM5, 125 practices within 10 and 340 practices within 20. The closest is Carlton Dental Practice in Carshalton, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Dental PracticeCarshalton | 0.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (255 reviews) |
| Benhill Dental PracticeSutton | 0.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (345 reviews) |
| Sutton Dental Centre & SkynologySutton | 1.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (93 reviews) |
| Keppel Advanced DentistrySutton | 1.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Sherwood Park Dental PracticeSutton | 1.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (162 reviews) |
| Sutton OrthodonticsSutton | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (321 reviews) |
| SUTTON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESutton | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cheam Village Dental StudiosCheam | 2.2 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 SM5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carshalton, 0.2 miles north; the next are Sutton (0.9 miles west) and Cheam (2.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carshalton | 1 | 0.2 miles north |
| Sutton | 6 | 0.9 miles west |
| Cheam | 1 | 2.2 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 SM5
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), 2.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheam Village Dental StudiosCheam | 5.0 (381 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Carlton Dental PracticeCarshalton | 4.9 (255 reviews) | 0.2 miles north |
| Sherwood Park Dental PracticeSutton | 4.9 (162 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
| Benhill Dental PracticeSutton | 4.8 (345 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SM5
The nearest practice to SM5 is Carlton Dental Practice in Carshalton, 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 125 practices, and within 20 there are 340.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Benhill Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Keppel Advanced Dentistry (1.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around SM5 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 SM5 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.
SM5 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 | 22.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,340 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 37.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,506 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 | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Carshalton High School for Girls — 0.1 miles St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls — 0.3 miles Carshalton Boys Sports College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 23 schools, about 29,476 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Carlton Dental Practice, Carshalton — under a mile Benhill Dental Practice, Sutton — under a mile Cheam Village Dental Studios, Cheam — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 125 within 10 miles, 340 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR4, CR90, CR5, CR8, CR7, CR9, KT4, KT17 |
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 SM5
Most SM5 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SM5 is Carshalton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SM5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SM5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SM5 is Carlton Dental Practice in Carshalton, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Benhill Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Sutton Dental Centre & Skynology (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SM5?
Our register has 43 practices within 5 miles of SM5, 125 practices within 10 miles and 340 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SM5?
The nearest practice to SM5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Benhill Dental Practice in Sutton, about 0.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Sutton Orthodontics (1.5 miles) and SUTTON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the SM5 postcode district?
Places in or next to SM5 include Carshalton, The Wrythe, Carshalton Central, Wandle Valley, Beddington Corner, St. Helier, Hackbridge and Wallington North.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SM5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Carshalton, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near SM5 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.