Orthodontic practices near SS4
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of SS4, 26 practices within 10 and 97 practices within 20. The closest is Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, 3.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 3.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Connaught House Dental SurgeryRayleigh | 3.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.5 (17 reviews) |
| Park House Dental HealthSouthchurch Village | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (29 reviews) |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (527 reviews) |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (963 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - ChalkwellWestcliff-on-Sea | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (36 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - SouthendSouthend-on-Sea | 3.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Chalkwell DentalWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.0 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 SS4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Southend-on-Sea, 3.3 miles south; the next are Rayleigh (3.7 miles west) and Southchurch Village (3.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | 3 | 3.3 miles south |
| Rayleigh | 1 | 3.7 miles west |
| Southchurch Village | 1 | 3.7 miles south |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 3 | 3.7 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 SS4
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), 3.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.9 (963 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Southend OrthodonticsSouthend-on-Sea | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 3.3 miles south |
| Parmar DentalSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (527 reviews) | 3.7 miles south |
| Chalkwell DentalWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.8 (44 reviews) | 4.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SS4
SS4 is 3.3 miles from Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 97.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 6 of the practices around SS4 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SS4 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Park House Dental Health in Southchurch Village, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 33 miles away.
SS4 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Rochford |
| 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 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,296 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 933 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The King Edmund School — 0.6 miles Lift Greensward — 2.2 miles Southend High School for Boys — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,861 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Southend Orthodontics, Southend-on-Sea — 3 miles Connaught House Dental Surgery, Rayleigh — 4 miles Park House Dental Health, Southchurch Village — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 97 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SS22, SS2, SS99, SS0, SS1, SS5, SS9, 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 SS4
Most SS4 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SS4 is Rochford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SS4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SS4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SS4 is Southend Orthodontics in Southend-on-Sea, about 3.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Connaught House Dental Surgery (3.7 miles) and Park House Dental Health (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SS4?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of SS4, 26 practices within 10 miles and 97 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SS4?
The nearest practice to SS4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Park House Dental Health in Southchurch Village, about 3.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Parmar Dental (3.7 miles) and Leigh Dental Centre (3.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the SS4 postcode district?
Places in or next to SS4 include Rochford, Ashingdon, Great Stambridge, Ballards Gore, Canewdon, Hawkwell, Prittlewell and South Fambridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SS4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Rochford, Essex, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SS4?
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.