Orthodontic practices near WC1E
On our practice register: 86 practices within 5 miles of WC1E, 188 practices within 10 and 375 practices within 20. The closest is The London Smile Clinic, 0.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (309 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Flora Orthodontics LtdCamden Town | 0.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (31 reviews) |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 0.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
| Ortho LondonSoho | 0.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (78 reviews) |
| BASS ORTHODONTICSLondon | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| REDHEAD ORTHODONTICS ARKR LTDLondon | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WC1E with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.4 miles west; the next are Camden Town (0.6 miles north-west) and Holborn (0.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 4 | 0.4 miles west |
| Camden Town | 1 | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Holborn | 1 | 0.6 miles east |
| Soho | 2 | 0.6 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 WC1E
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Flora Orthodontics Ltd in Camden Town (5.0 from 31 reviews), 0.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Flora Orthodontics LtdCamden Town | 5.0 (31 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-west |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 0.6 miles south-west |
| Ortho LondonSoho | 4.9 (78 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WC1E
The nearest practice to WC1E is The London Smile Clinic, 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 188 practices, and within 20 there are 375.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The London Smile Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around WC1E list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WC1E are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The London Smile Clinic, 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.
WC1E 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 | 5,336 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 40.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 81.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,312 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% 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 — 0.6 miles Regent High School — 0.8 miles The St Marylebone CofE School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 44 schools, about 38,014 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The London Smile Clinic, London — under a mile Flora Orthodontics Ltd, Camden Town — under a mile London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 188 within 10 miles, 375 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NW1, N1C, EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P, EC1N, EC1R |
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 WC1E
A typical orthodontic search around WC1E 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 WC1E is Fitzrovia.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WC1E
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WC1E?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WC1E is The London Smile Clinic, about 0.4 miles to the west. The next closest are SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.5 miles) and Flora Orthodontics Ltd (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WC1E?
Our register has 86 practices within 5 miles of WC1E, 188 practices within 10 miles and 375 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WC1E?
The nearest practice to WC1E that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The London Smile Clinic, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.5 miles) and Bass Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WC1E postcode district?
Places in or next to WC1E include Fitzrovia, Russell Square, Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Circus, Saint Pancras, London, Bloomsbury and Holborn.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WC1E postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Fitzrovia, 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.