Orthodontic practices near Chafford Hundred
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Chafford Hundred, 63 practices within 10 and 265 practices within 20. The closest is Chafford Hundred Dental Care in Grays, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chafford Hundred Dental CareGrays | 0.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| DentoBeauty ClinicGrays | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| MedicaPlus GraysGrays | 1.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (88 reviews) |
| Grays Dental CentreGrays | 1.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.5 (77 reviews) |
| Ice WhiteGrays | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (55 reviews) |
| Toothshine Dental ClinicGrays | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (470 reviews) |
| MedicIn Dental ClinicGrays | 1.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (146 reviews) |
| Diamond Dental CareGrays | 2.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (270 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chafford Hundred with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Grays, 0.6 miles east; the next are Swanscombe (3.2 miles south-east) and Tilbury (3.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Grays | 8 | 0.6 miles east |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Tilbury | 1 | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Dartford | 4 | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Gravesend | 4 | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Bexley | 1 | 4.8 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 Chafford Hundred
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Goossens & Odendaal Dental Practice in Hornchurch (5.0 from 188 reviews), 6.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goossens & Odendaal Dental PracticeHornchurch | 5.0 (188 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-west |
| MedicaPlus GraysGrays | 5.0 (88 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-west |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 7.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chafford Hundred at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Thurrock |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 |
| Population | 13,466 |
| Residents under 16 | 24.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,648 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 40.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,828 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 7.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Thurrock | 7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.5% here, against 7.7% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Thurrock |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Academy Chafford Hundred — 0.6 miles Thames Park Secondary School — 1.4 miles The Hathaway Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 8,312 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 58 schools, 31,239 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Chafford Hundred Dental Care, Grays — under a mile Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics), Swanscombe — 3 miles Elite Dental Studio, Tilbury — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 63 within 10 miles, 265 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 Chafford Hundred
Chafford Hundred has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Chafford Hundred Dental Care in Grays is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 63 practices, and within 20 there are 265.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Toothshine Dental Clinic (1.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Chafford Hundred list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Chafford Hundred are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DentoBeauty Clinic in Grays, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chafford Hundred
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Orthodontist in Chafford Hundred: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Chafford Hundred? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Borough of Thurrock. Chafford Hundred — a market town with a population of around 13,466 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Chafford Hundred
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Chafford Hundred itself. The nearest we do hold are Chafford Hundred Dental Care in Grays, under a mile away; Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics) in Swanscombe, about 3 miles away; and Elite Dental Studio in Tilbury, about 4 miles away.
Local context for Chafford Hundred
Around 13,466 people live in Chafford Hundred, which is a market town within Borough of Thurrock. North Stifford is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Chafford Hundred.
What official data says about Chafford Hundred
Chafford Hundred is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Chafford Hundred falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. 24.5% of Chafford Hundred's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Census 2021 counts 2,648 residents in the neighbourhood around Chafford Hundred, 10.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.7% average across Borough of Thurrock. With 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chafford Hundred is better served than 89% of towns in England. Families in Chafford Hundred are served by secondary schools including Harris Academy Chafford Hundred (0.6 miles) and Thames Park Secondary School (1.4 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 58 schools and 31,239 pupils in Chafford Hundred's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Chafford Hundred among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Chafford Hundred is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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For a broader view, related location pages cover North Stifford, South Stifford, West Thurrock, South Ockendon, Stifford, and Greenhithe as well as this one.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Chafford Hundred
Starting orthodontic treatment in Chafford Hundred can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chafford Hundred
Provision in Chafford Hundred varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Chafford Hundred is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. With 24.5% of residents under 16, Chafford Hundred has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around Chafford Hundred, 10.5% of the 2,648 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.7% average across Borough of Thurrock, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chafford Hundred is better served than 89% of towns in England. Families in Chafford Hundred are served by secondary schools including Harris Academy Chafford Hundred (0.6 miles) and Thames Park Secondary School (1.4 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 58 schools and 31,239 pupils across Chafford Hundred's Local Authority. Chafford Hundred's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Chafford Hundred is about 15 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Chafford Hundred
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Chafford Hundred has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Chafford Hundred
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Chafford Hundred — 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 Chafford Hundred. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chafford Hundred
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Chafford Hundred, Borough of Thurrock alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including North Stifford, South Stifford, West Thurrock, South Ockendon, Stifford, and Greenhithe.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Chafford Hundred
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chafford Hundred often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chafford Hundred?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chafford Hundred is Chafford Hundred Dental Care in Grays, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are DentoBeauty Clinic (1.6 miles) and MedicaPlus Grays (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chafford Hundred?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Chafford Hundred, 63 practices within 10 miles and 265 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chafford Hundred?
The nearest practice to Chafford Hundred that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DentoBeauty Clinic in Grays, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ice White (1.7 miles) and Toothshine Dental Clinic (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chafford Hundred, Borough of Thurrock?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Chafford Hundred, Borough of Thurrock?
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.