Orthodontic practices near Bicknor
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Bicknor, 24 practices within 10 and 93 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 4.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 4.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 4.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 6.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 6.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 6.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bicknor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 4.3 miles north-east; the next are Upchurch (4.8 miles north-west) and Maidstone (5.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Upchurch | 1 | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 5.1 miles west |
| Kent | 2 | 6.6 miles west |
| Chatham | 13 | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Rochester | 2 | 9.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bicknor
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), 6.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 9.1 miles north-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 10.2 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 8.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bicknor 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,676 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 41 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 629th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Westlands School — 3.4 miles Fulston Manor School — 3.6 miles Highsted Grammar School — 3.7 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 4 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 5 miles GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Maidstone — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 93 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 Bicknor
Bicknor is 4.3 miles from Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 93.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orchard Dental Practice (6.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (10.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Bicknor list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 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 Bicknor are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 4.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bicknor
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Orthodontist in Bicknor: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Bicknor. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Kent.
Practice signals around Bicknor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bicknor itself. The closest on record are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 4 miles away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 5 miles away; and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Maidstone, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Bicknor
Bicknor is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Bicknor. 14.7% of Bicknor's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,676 residents in the neighbourhood around Bicknor, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Kent. Secondary-age pupils near Bicknor attend schools such as Westlands School (3.4 miles) and Fulston Manor School (3.6 miles). Bicknor's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bicknor is about 35 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Bedmonton, Deans Hill, Swanton Street, Silver Street, South Green, and Stiff Street.
Local snapshot of Bicknor
Just around 1 km north-east, Deans Hill is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bicknor
Many people in Bicknor delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Bicknor
Treatment in Bicknor runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Bicknor
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Bicknor can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bicknor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Bicknor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bicknor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bicknor
This part of the page places Bicknor, Kent in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Bedmonton, Deans Hill, Swanton Street, Silver Street, South Green, and Stiff Street may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bicknor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bicknor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bicknor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bicknor is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 4.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (4.8 miles) and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bicknor?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Bicknor, 24 practices within 10 miles and 93 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bicknor?
The nearest practice to Bicknor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 4.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.1 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bicknor, Kent?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bicknor, Kent?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.