Orthodontic practices near WC1B
On our practice register: 89 practices within 5 miles of WC1B, 190 practices within 10 and 376 practices within 20. The closest is London Clear Braces in Holborn, 0.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 0.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (309 reviews) |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 0.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
| BASS ORTHODONTICSLondon | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Origin OrthodonticsLondon | 0.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (85 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WC1B with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Holborn, 0.3 miles east; the next are London (0.4 miles south-west) and Highbury (0.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Holborn | 1 | 0.3 miles east |
| London | 5 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Highbury | 1 | 0.8 miles north |
| Soho | 1 | 0.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WC1B
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Origin Orthodontics in London (5.0 from 85 reviews), 0.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Origin OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (85 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.3 miles east |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 4.8 (309 reviews) | 0.7 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WC1B
The nearest practice to WC1B is London Clear Braces in Holborn, 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 190 practices, and within 20 there are 376.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around WC1B 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 WC1B are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, under a mile away.
WC1B at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Camden |
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North 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 | 5.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,963 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 26.1% aged 16 to 24 and 38.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 81.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,134 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 0.8 miles Academy21 — 0.9 miles Regent High School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 50 schools, about 43,223 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, London — under a mile Dr Clear Aligners London, Highbury — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 190 within 10 miles, 376 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P, EC1N, N1C, EC4A, EC4Y |
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 WC1B
Patients in the WC1B area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 WC1B is Fitzrovia.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WC1B
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WC1B?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WC1B is London Clear Braces in Holborn, about 0.3 miles to the east. The next closest are SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.4 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WC1B?
Our register has 89 practices within 5 miles of WC1B, 190 practices within 10 miles and 376 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WC1B?
The nearest practice to WC1B that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) (0.4 miles) and The London Smile Clinic (0.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the WC1B postcode district?
Places in or next to WC1B include Fitzrovia, Russell Square, Tottenham Court Road, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Holborn and Covent Garden, London and Saint Pancras.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WC1B postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Fitzrovia, Greater London, 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 WC1B?
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.