Orthodontic practices near Bobbing
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Bobbing, 20 practices within 10 and 96 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 1.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 4.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 6.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 6.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 7.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 7.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 7.4 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 7.7 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bobbing with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 1.2 miles south-east; the next are Upchurch (4.1 miles west) and Chatham (6.9 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Upchurch | 1 | 4.1 miles west |
| Chatham | 13 | 6.9 miles west |
| Rochester | 2 | 8.7 miles west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Kent | 2 | 10.0 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 Bobbing
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), 8.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 8.0 miles west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 8.1 miles west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 8.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bobbing at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swale |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,853 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 295 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 | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 132nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.1% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Westlands School — 1.2 miles Borden Grammar School — 1.9 miles Highsted Grammar School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,291 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 1 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 4 miles Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 96 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 Bobbing
Bobbing is 1.2 miles from Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 96.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Franklin House Dental Practice (7 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (9.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Bobbing list clear aligners, the nearest 4.1 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 Bobbing are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 4.1 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 Bobbing
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Orthodontist in Bobbing: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Bobbing often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Kent and the surrounding area.
Local orthodontic signals in Bobbing
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bobbing itself. The nearest we do hold are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about a mile away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 4 miles away; and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 7 miles away.
Bobbing in context
By ONS classification, Bobbing falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Bobbing sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 19.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Bobbing, 9.1% of the 1,853 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Bobbing are Westlands School (1.2 miles) and Borden Grammar School (1.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Bobbing is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bobbing is about 35 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Facts about Bobbing
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Howt Green, the closest linked location.
Keep exploring nearby
For a broader view, related location pages cover Howt Green, Key Street, Keycol, Milton Regis, Chestnut Street, and Iwade as well as this one.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Bobbing
The orthodontic landscape in Bobbing offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Bobbing
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Bobbing practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bobbing
Starting orthodontic treatment in Bobbing can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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 Bobbing
Orthodontic practices in and around Bobbing vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Bobbing's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Bobbing sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 19.9% of Bobbing's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,853 residents in the neighbourhood around Bobbing, 9.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Secondary-age pupils near Bobbing attend schools such as Westlands School (1.2 miles) and Borden Grammar School (1.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Bobbing sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Bobbing is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bobbing. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bobbing
This section helps connect Bobbing, Kent to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Howt Green, Key Street, Keycol, Milton Regis, Chestnut Street, and Iwade can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bobbing
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bobbing often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bobbing?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bobbing is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (4.1 miles) and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bobbing?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Bobbing, 20 practices within 10 miles and 96 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bobbing?
The nearest practice to Bobbing that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 4.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (6.9 miles) and Ashley Lupin and Associates (8.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bobbing, Kent?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bobbing, 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.