Orthodontic practices near WD19
On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of WD19, 87 practices within 10 and 335 practices within 20. The closest is Better Care Clinic - Dental Practice in Watford, 1.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Better Care Clinic - Dental PracticeWatford | 1.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Senova Dental StudiosWatford | 1.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (35 reviews) |
| Skin & Smiles – Dentist in WatfordWatford | 1.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (84 reviews) |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (662 reviews) |
| Watford OrthodonticsWatford | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (127 reviews) |
| Northwood OrthodonticsNorthwood | 2.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
| Nur Smiles InvisalignNorthwood | 2.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (155 reviews) |
| ORTHOPLUS - THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE - NORTHWOODNorthwood | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WD19 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Watford, 1.8 miles north; the next are Northwood (2.0 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 WD19
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Better Care Clinic - Dental Practice in Watford (4.9 from 160 reviews), 1.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Better Care Clinic - Dental PracticeWatford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
| Nur Smiles InvisalignNorthwood | 4.9 (155 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Northwood OrthodonticsNorthwood | 4.9 (42 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Senova Dental StudiosWatford | 4.9 (35 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WD19
WD19 is 1.8 miles from Better Care Clinic - Dental Practice in Watford, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 87 practices, and within 20 there are 335.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Watford Orthodontics (1.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around WD19 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WD19 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cassio Road Dental Practice in Watford, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 14 miles away.
WD19 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Three Rivers |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | 25.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,376 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 35.3% 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 | 2,486 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Grange Academy — 1.4 miles Watford Grammar School for Girls — 1.4 miles Westfield Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 18,129 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Better Care Clinic - Dental Practice, Watford — 2 miles Northwood Orthodontics, Northwood — 2 miles Precision Smiles, Northwood Hills — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 87 within 10 miles, 335 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HA5, HA6, HA4, HA2, HA1, HA3, HA7, AL2 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the WD19 area
Most WD19 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WD19 is South Oxhey.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WD19
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WD19?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WD19 is Better Care Clinic - Dental Practice in Watford, about 1.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Senova Dental Studios (1.8 miles) and Skin & Smiles – Dentist in Watford (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WD19?
Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of WD19, 87 practices within 10 miles and 335 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WD19?
The nearest practice to WD19 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cassio Road Dental Practice in Watford, about 1.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Watford Orthodontics (1.9 miles) and ORTHOPLUS - THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE - NORTHWOOD (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the WD19 postcode district?
Places in or next to WD19 include South Oxhey, Oxhey, Carpenders Park, The Rookery, Watford Heath, Pinnerwood Park, Hatch End and Watford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WD19 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering South Oxhey, Hertfordshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near WD19?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including South Oxhey, Hertfordshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.