Orthodontic practices near WC2B
On our practice register: 85 practices within 5 miles of WC2B, 187 practices within 10 and 376 practices within 20. The closest is London Clear Braces in Holborn, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 1.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (309 reviews) |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WC2B with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Holborn, 0.2 miles north; the next are London (0.3 miles north-east) and Highbury (1.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Holborn | 1 | 0.2 miles north |
| London | 5 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Highbury | 1 | 1.0 miles north |
| Soho | 1 | 1.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WC2B
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is London Clear Braces in Holborn (5.0 from 16 reviews), 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.2 miles north |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 4.9 (175 reviews) | 1.1 miles west |
| The London Smile ClinicLondon | 4.8 (309 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 4.7 (382 reviews) | 1.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WC2B
The nearest practice to WC2B 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 187 practices, and within 20 there are 376.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around WC2B 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 WC2B are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) 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.
WC2B at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westminster |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 5.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,236 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 24.6% aged 16 to 24 and 36.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 82.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,801 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | London Nautical, City of London Academy — 0.8 miles Academy21 — 0.9 miles Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 50 schools, about 42,058 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 28,683 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN), London — under a mile Dr Clear Aligners London, Highbury — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 187 within 10 miles, 376 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC4Y, EC4A, EC1N, EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P, 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.
Teeth straightening near WC2B
Patients in the WC2B area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 WC2B is Charing Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WC2B
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WC2B?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WC2B is London Clear Braces in Holborn, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) (0.3 miles) and SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WC2B?
Our register has 85 practices within 5 miles of WC2B, 187 practices within 10 miles and 376 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WC2B?
The nearest practice to WC2B that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) in London, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.5 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the WC2B postcode district?
Places in or next to WC2B include Charing Cross, Covent Garden, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Holborn and Covent Garden, London, Fitzrovia and Russell Square.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WC2B postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Charing Cross, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.