Orthodontic practices near SS22
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of SS22, 26 practices within 10 and 99 practices within 20. The closest is Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, 0.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 0.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Park House Dental HealthSouthchurch Village | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (29 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - SouthendSouthend-on-Sea | 1.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (527 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - ChalkwellWestcliff-on-Sea | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (36 reviews) |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 1.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (963 reviews) |
| Chalkwell DentalWestcliff-on-Sea | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SS22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southend-on-Sea, 0.8 miles south; the next are Southchurch Village (1.3 miles south-east) and Westcliff-on-Sea (1.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | 4 | 0.8 miles south |
| Southchurch Village | 1 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 3 | 1.6 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 SS22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Leigh Dental Centre in Westcliff-on-Sea (4.9 from 963 reviews), 1.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.9 (963 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (527 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (59 reviews) | 1.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SS22
The nearest practice to SS22 is Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, 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 26 practices, and within 20 there are 99.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Royal Mews Dental Practice (1.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around SS22 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 miles 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 SS22 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Park House Dental Health in Southchurch Village, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 33 miles away.
SS22 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Southend-on-Sea |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,441 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 33.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,730 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Southend High School for Boys — 0.5 miles Chase High School — 0.8 miles Cecil Jones Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 14,755 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 59 schools, 32,438 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Southend Orthodontics, Southend-on-Sea — under a mile Park House Dental Health, Southchurch Village — 1 miles Focus Dental - Chalkwell, Westcliff-on-Sea — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 99 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SS99, SS2, SS0, SS1, SS4, SS9, SS5, SS3 |
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 SS22
A typical orthodontic search around SS22 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SS22 is Prittlewell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SS22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SS22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SS22 is Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, about 0.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Park House Dental Health (1.3 miles) and Focus Dental - Southend (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SS22?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of SS22, 26 practices within 10 miles and 99 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SS22?
The nearest practice to SS22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Park House Dental Health in Southchurch Village, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Focus Dental - Southend (1.4 miles) and Parmar Dental (1.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the SS22 postcode district?
Places in or next to SS22 include Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Porters Town, Rochford, Westcliff-on-Sea, Clifftown, Southchurch Village and Chalkwell.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SS22 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SS22?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.