Orthodontic practices near Benover
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Benover, 29 practices within 10 and 87 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 4.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 5.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 5.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Benover with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 4.8 miles north-east; the next are Kent (5.2 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (6.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Kent | 2 | 5.2 miles north-east |
| Tonbridge | 7 | 6.6 miles west |
| Rusthall | 1 | 8.3 miles south-west |
| Royal Tunbridge Wells | 9 | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 9.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Benover
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham (5.0 from 598 reviews), 9.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-east |
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (337 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Tunbridge Wells Dental CentreRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (117 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 7.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Benover at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maidstone |
| NHS dental services | NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,704 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 136 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Kent | 710th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Mascalls — 3.4 miles Cornwallis Academy — 4.0 miles Hadlow Rural Community School — 4.5 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 5 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 5 miles TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE, Tonbridge — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 87 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Benover
Benover is 4.8 miles from Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 87.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Dental Practice (5.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Benover list clear aligners, the nearest 5.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Benover are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 5.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Benover
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A quick look at Benover
Just under 1 km west, Laddingford is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Benover
Officially, Benover is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. 16.3% of Benover's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,704 residents in the neighbourhood around Benover, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. The closest secondary schools to Benover are Leigh Academy Mascalls (3.4 miles) and Cornwallis Academy (4.0 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Benover is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Benover is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Pages for Congelow, Laddingford, Yalding, Collier Street, Nettlestead Green, and Beltring follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What we know about practices near Benover
There is no orthodontist on our records in Benover itself. The nearest recorded are Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 5 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 5 miles away; and TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE, about 7 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Benover
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Benover helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Benover
What's available in Benover depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Benover is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. 16.3% of Benover's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,704 residents in the neighbourhood around Benover, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. Secondary-age pupils near Benover attend schools such as Leigh Academy Mascalls (3.4 miles) and Cornwallis Academy (4.0 miles). National deprivation data puts Benover close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Benover is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Benover
Patients in Benover have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Benover
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Benover. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Benover
This part of the page places Benover, Kent in context alongside the towns and areas around it. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Congelow, Laddingford, Yalding, Collier Street, Nettlestead Green, and Beltring.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Benover
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Benover often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Benover?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Benover is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 4.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (5.1 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Benover?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Benover, 29 practices within 10 miles and 87 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Benover?
The nearest practice to Benover that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 5.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone (5.9 miles) and Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (5.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Benover, Kent?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Benover, Kent?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.