Orthodontic practices near WD5
On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of WD5, 69 practices within 10 and 298 practices within 20. The closest is Maidenhead Orthodontic Centre in Watford, 2.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidenhead Orthodontic CentreWatford | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (24 reviews) |
| WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTREWatford | 2.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental ImplantsWatford | 2.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (540 reviews) |
| Dr Korosh MajidiWatford | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Novocare DentalWatford | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (109 reviews) |
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 2.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (879 reviews) |
| Watford Orthodontic PracticeWatford | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (89 reviews) |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (662 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WD5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Watford, 2.4 miles south; the next are St Albans (2.9 miles north-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WD5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is UK Dental Specialists in St Albans (4.9 from 879 reviews), 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 4.9 (879 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental ImplantsWatford | 4.9 (540 reviews) | 2.7 miles south |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 4.5 (662 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
| Maidenhead Orthodontic CentreWatford | 4.5 (24 reviews) | 2.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WD5
WD5 is 2.4 miles from Maidenhead Orthodontic Centre in Watford, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 69 practices, and within 20 there are 298.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Korosh Majidi (2.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around WD5 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 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 WD5 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 18 miles away.
WD5 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 | 21.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,525 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 32.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,991 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Future Academies Watford — 1.1 miles Parmiter's School — 1.2 miles Saint Michael's Catholic High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,244 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Maidenhead Orthodontic Centre, Watford — 2 miles UK Dental Specialists, St Albans — 3 miles Fitze Dental Clinics, Hemel Hempstead — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 69 within 10 miles, 298 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HP3, HP2, AL2, AL3, HP1, HA6, AL1, HA5 |
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 WD5 area
Most WD5 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 WD5 is Abbots Langley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WD5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WD5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WD5 is Maidenhead Orthodontic Centre in Watford, about 2.4 miles to the south. The next closest are WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.4 miles) and Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental Implants (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WD5?
Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of WD5, 69 practices within 10 miles and 298 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WD5?
The nearest practice to WD5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 2.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Dr Korosh Majidi (2.9 miles) and Novocare Dental (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the WD5 postcode district?
Places in or next to WD5 include Abbots Langley, Leavesden Green, Bedmond, Woodside, Waterdale, Hunton Bridge, Sergehill and Kings Langley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WD5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.