Orthodontic practices near Boughton Green
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Boughton Green, 13 practices within 10 and 79 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 1.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 1.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 2.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 2.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 2.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 2.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 2.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 2.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 3.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Boughton Green with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 1.6 miles north; the next are Kent (2.9 miles north) and Chatham (7.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 1.6 miles north |
| Kent | 2 | 2.9 miles north |
| Chatham | 11 | 7.6 miles north |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 9.2 miles south |
| Upchurch | 1 | 9.7 miles north |
| Tonbridge | 6 | 11.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Boughton Green
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), 7.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 7.6 miles north |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 11.6 miles north |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Boughton Green 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,647 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 613 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 192nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cornwallis Academy — 0.6 miles New Line Learning Academy — 1.2 miles Maidstone Grammar School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,671 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orchard Dental Practice, Maidstone — 2 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 3 miles Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 79 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Maidstone Dental Clinic — 1 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 Boughton Green
Boughton Green is 1.6 miles from Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 79.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Dental Practice (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (11.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Boughton Green list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 Boughton Green are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Boughton Green
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Orthodontist in Boughton Green: This page was put together for people in Boughton Green who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Kent.
Area profile for Boughton Green
Boughton Green — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 20.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,647 residents in Boughton Green's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Boughton Green is better served than 75% of towns in England. Families in Boughton Green are served by secondary schools including Cornwallis Academy (0.6 miles) and New Line Learning Academy (1.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Boughton Green falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Boughton Green is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Boughton Green
There is no orthodontist on our records in Boughton Green itself. The closest on record are Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 2 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 3 miles away; and Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 8 miles away.
Boughton Green in numbers
Just under 1 km north, Boughton Monchelsea is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
Pages for Boughton Monchelsea, Cock Street, Loose, Marlpit, Wierton, and Coxheath follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Boughton Green
Patients in Boughton Green have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Boughton Green
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 Boughton Green practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Boughton Green
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Boughton Green helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Boughton Green runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Boughton Green. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Boughton Green
If Boughton Green, Kent is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. For a broader comparison, pages for Boughton Monchelsea, Cock Street, Loose, Marlpit, Wierton, and Coxheath follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Boughton Green
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Boughton Green often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boughton Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boughton Green is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 1.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Art Dental and Beauty (2.6 miles) and College Dental Surgeries (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Boughton Green?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Boughton Green, 13 practices within 10 miles and 79 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Boughton Green?
The nearest practice to Boughton Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 1.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (2.8 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Boughton Green, Kent?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Boughton Green, Kent?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.