Orthodontic practices near SS11
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of SS11, 56 practices within 10 and 127 practices within 20. The closest is Wickford Dental Health Centre, 0.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wickford Dental Health CentreWickford | 0.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (182 reviews) |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (706 reviews) |
| WICKFORD DENTAL PRACTICE & ORTHODONTIC CENTREWickford | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Inspire Dental WickfordWickford | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (761 reviews) |
| Riverway implant and aesthetic centre BenfleetSouth Benfleet | 3.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| The Essex Smile CentreRayleigh | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (219 reviews) |
| Dr WilliamsSouth Benfleet | 3.8 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Dental Beauty Benfleet ClinicSouth Benfleet | 3.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (405 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SS11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wickford, 0.6 miles south-west; the next are South Benfleet (3.5 miles south) and Rayleigh (3.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wickford | 4 | 0.6 miles south-west |
| South Benfleet | 3 | 3.5 miles south |
| Rayleigh | 1 | 3.6 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 SS11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cygnet Dental Practice in Wickford (4.9 from 706 reviews), 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 0.7 miles west |
| Dental Beauty Benfleet ClinicSouth Benfleet | 4.9 (405 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
| Inspire Dental WickfordWickford | 4.8 (761 reviews) | 1.1 miles west |
| The Essex Smile CentreRayleigh | 4.8 (219 reviews) | 3.6 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 SS11
The nearest practice to SS11 is Wickford Dental Health 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 56 practices, and within 20 there are 127.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Essex Smile Centre (3.6 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around SS11 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 SS11 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wickford Dental Health Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 26 miles away.
SS11 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Basildon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,772 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,920 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beauchamps High School — 0.4 miles Harris Academy Wickford — 1.4 miles The Sweyne Park School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,667 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Wickford Dental Health Centre, Wickford — under a mile Riverway implant and aesthetic centre Benfleet, South Benfleet — 4 miles The Essex Smile Centre, Rayleigh — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 56 within 10 miles, 127 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SS12, SS13, SS7, SS6, SS14, CM11, SS16, SS8 |
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 SS11
A typical orthodontic search around SS11 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SS11 is Runwell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SS11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SS11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SS11 is Wickford Dental Health Centre, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Cygnet Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and WICKFORD DENTAL PRACTICE & ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SS11?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of SS11, 56 practices within 10 miles and 127 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SS11?
The nearest practice to SS11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wickford Dental Health Centre, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Cygnet Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and WICKFORD DENTAL PRACTICE & ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the SS11 postcode district?
Places in or next to SS11 include Runwell, Shotgate, Nevendon, Wickford, Battlesbridge, Coalhill, Rettendon and Brock Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SS11 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Runwell, Essex, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.