Orthodontic practices near SW18
On our practice register: 59 practices within 5 miles of SW18, 197 practices within 10 and 357 practices within 20. The closest is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, 1.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed BracesMorden | 1.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (156 reviews) |
| 1A ORTHODONTICSLondon | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic Practice at BatterseaBattersea | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (242 reviews) |
| BATTERSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELondon | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ethicare Dental PracticePutney | 1.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Progressive DentistryFulham | 1.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (376 reviews) |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (764 reviews) |
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (607 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SW18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Morden, 1.1 miles south; the next are London (1.1 miles south) and Battersea (1.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Morden | 1 | 1.1 miles south |
| London | 2 | 1.1 miles south |
| Battersea | 1 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Putney | 1 | 1.4 miles north-west |
| Fulham | 3 | 1.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SW18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (5.0 from 607 reviews), 1.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 4.9 (764 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
| Progressive DentistryFulham | 4.9 (376 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Ethicare Dental PracticePutney | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 1.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SW18
SW18 is 1.1 miles from 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 197 practices, and within 20 there are 357.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces (1.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around SW18 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 SW18 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 1A ORTHODONTICS in London, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 6 miles away.
SW18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wandsworth |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,765 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 53.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 45.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,317 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Southfields Academy — 0.5 miles Ashcroft Technology Academy — 0.8 miles Saint Cecilia's Church of England School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 28 schools, about 28,152 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 111 schools, 40,746 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 1A ORTHODONTICS, London — 1 miles 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces, Morden — 1 miles The Orthodontic Practice at Battersea, Battersea — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 197 within 10 miles, 357 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR4, NW8, KT3, SE11, KT4, NW6, SE24, SE27 |
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 SW18
Most SW18 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 SW18 is The Mews.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SW18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SW18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SW18 is 1A Orthodontics | Invisalign Provider and Invisible Fixed Braces in Morden, about 1.1 miles to the south. The next closest are 1A ORTHODONTICS (1.1 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice at Battersea (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SW18?
Our register has 59 practices within 5 miles of SW18, 197 practices within 10 miles and 357 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SW18?
The nearest practice to SW18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 1A ORTHODONTICS in London, about 1.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include BATTERSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.2 miles) and Chelsea and Fulham Dentist (1.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the SW18 postcode district?
Places in or next to SW18 include The Mews, Southfields, Wandsworth Common, Earlsfield, East Putney, Wandsworth, Summerstown and Sands End.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SW18 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering The Mews, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.