Orthodontic practices near SS6
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of SS6, 38 practices within 10 and 118 practices within 20. The closest is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Essex Smile CentreRayleigh | 0.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (219 reviews) |
| Connaught House Dental SurgeryRayleigh | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (17 reviews) |
| Benfleet Dental CentreCanvey Island | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (550 reviews) |
| Dr WilliamsSouth Benfleet | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Dental Beauty Benfleet ClinicSouth Benfleet | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (405 reviews) |
| Riverway implant and aesthetic centre BenfleetSouth Benfleet | 2.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| Together Dental BraintreeSouth Benfleet | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (477 reviews) |
| Belle Vue Dental and Skin ClinicCanvey Island | 3.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SS6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rayleigh, 0.1 miles south; the next are Canvey Island (2.2 miles south) and South Benfleet (2.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh | 2 | 0.1 miles south |
| Canvey Island | 2 | 2.2 miles south |
| South Benfleet | 4 | 2.4 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 SS6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Belle Vue Dental and Skin Clinic in Canvey Island (5.0 from 26 reviews), 3.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Dental and Skin ClinicCanvey Island | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Dental Beauty Benfleet ClinicSouth Benfleet | 4.9 (405 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Benfleet Dental CentreCanvey Island | 4.8 (550 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| The Essex Smile CentreRayleigh | 4.8 (219 reviews) | 0.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SS6
The nearest practice to SS6 is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, 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 38 practices, and within 20 there are 118.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Benfleet Dental Centre (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Essex Smile Centre (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around SS6 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 SS6 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Benfleet Dental Centre in Canvey Island, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 29 miles away.
SS6 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,236 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,437 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 29 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The FitzWimarc School — 0.2 miles The Sweyne Park School — 0.6 miles The Deanes — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 10,241 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Essex Smile Centre, Rayleigh — under a mile Benfleet Dental Centre, Canvey Island — 2 miles Dr Williams, South Benfleet — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 38 within 10 miles, 118 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SS7, SS5, SS9, SS8, SS11, SS12, SS0, SS13 |
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 SS6
Most SS6 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 SS6 is Rayleigh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SS6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SS6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SS6 is The Essex Smile Centre in Rayleigh, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Connaught House Dental Surgery (1.3 miles) and Benfleet Dental Centre (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SS6?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of SS6, 38 practices within 10 miles and 118 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SS6?
The nearest practice to SS6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Benfleet Dental Centre in Canvey Island, about 2.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Together Dental Braintree (3.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SS6 postcode district?
Places in or next to SS6 include Rayleigh, Daws Heath, Hullbridge, Rawreth, Hadleigh, Thundersley, Brandy Hole and Battlesbridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SS6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Rayleigh, Essex, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SS6?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.