Orthodontic practices near Blendon and Penhill
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Blendon and Penhill, 92 practices within 10 and 336 practices within 20. The closest is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 0.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 0.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 1.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile Welling Dental CareWelling | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (229 reviews) |
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| S3 Dental ElthamEltham | 2.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (849 reviews) |
| Smile 4 UChislehurst | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (612 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Blendon and Penhill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bexleyheath, 0.7 miles north-east; the next are Welling (0.8 miles north-east) and Eltham (2.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Welling | 4 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Eltham | 2 | 2.7 miles west |
| Chislehurst | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Kidbrooke | 1 | 3.1 miles west |
| Thamesmead | 1 | 3.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Blendon and Penhill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham (5.0 from 47 reviews), 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
| Banning Dental Group and Skin Clinique - Canning TownLadywell | 4.9 (1,108 reviews) | 5.9 miles west |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Blendon and Penhill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bexley |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,327 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 30.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,445 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 461st closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Blackfen School for Girls — 0.4 miles Bexley Grammar School — 0.7 miles Hurstmere School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 22,756 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 90 schools, 43,011 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crook Log Dental Practice, Bexleyheath — under a mile The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre, Welling — under a mile SE9 Dental Care, Eltham — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 92 within 10 miles, 336 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 Blendon and Penhill
Blendon and Penhill has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 92 practices, and within 20 there are 336.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smile 4 U (3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Blendon and Penhill list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Blendon and Penhill are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Blendon and Penhill
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Local orthodontic signals in Blendon and Penhill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Blendon and Penhill itself. The nearest we do hold are Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, under a mile away; The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, under a mile away; and SE9 Dental Care in Eltham, about 3 miles away.
The local picture in Blendon and Penhill
Blendon and Penhill is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. Blendon and Penhill's under-16 share sits at 19.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.1% of the 1,327 residents in Blendon and Penhill's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Greater London. With 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, Blendon and Penhill is better served than 90% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Blendon and Penhill are served by secondary schools including Blackfen School for Girls (0.4 miles) and Bexley Grammar School (0.7 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. Blendon and Penhill's Local Authority has 90 schools educating 43,011 pupils (DfE data). Blendon and Penhill falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Blendon and Penhill is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 9 miles away.
About Blendon and Penhill
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Blendon and Penhill
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Blendon and Penhill
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Areas We Cover Around Blendon and Penhill
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Frequently Asked Questions in Blendon and Penhill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Blendon and Penhill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Blendon and Penhill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Blendon and Penhill is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre (0.8 miles) and Medidenta Dental Practice Welling (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Blendon and Penhill?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Blendon and Penhill, 92 practices within 10 miles and 336 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Blendon and Penhill?
The nearest practice to Blendon and Penhill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smile Welling Dental Care (1.4 miles) and SE9 Dental Care (2.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Blendon and Penhill, Greater London?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Blendon and Penhill, Greater London?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.