Orthodontic practices near Chestnut Street
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Chestnut Street, 27 practices within 10 and 91 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 1.9 miles east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 3.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 6.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 6.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 6.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 7.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 7.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 7.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chestnut Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 1.9 miles east; the next are Upchurch (3.6 miles north-west) and Chatham (6.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 1.9 miles east |
| Upchurch | 1 | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Chatham | 13 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 7.2 miles south-west |
| Rochester | 2 | 8.4 miles north-west |
| Kent | 2 | 8.5 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 Chestnut Street
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), 7.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 7.0 miles west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 7.9 miles north-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 9.5 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 8.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chestnut Street 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,602 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% 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 | 362 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 243rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Westlands School — 0.9 miles Borden Grammar School — 1.9 miles Fulston Manor School — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,291 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 2 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 4 miles Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 91 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 Chestnut Street
The nearest practice to Chestnut Street is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 91.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Franklin House Dental Practice (6.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (9.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Chestnut Street list clear aligners, the nearest 3.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Chestnut Street are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chestnut Street
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Orthodontist in Chestnut Street: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Chestnut Street understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Kent.
Local context for Chestnut Street
Keycol is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Chestnut Street.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Keycol, Borden, Key Street, Oad Street, Danaway, and Stiff Street.
What we know about practices near Chestnut Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Chestnut Street itself. The nearest we do hold are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 2 miles away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 4 miles away; and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 6 miles away.
The local picture in Chestnut Street
Officially, Chestnut Street is categorised 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 Chestnut Street. Census figures show 14.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 2,602 residents in Chestnut Street's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Kent. The closest secondary schools to Chestnut Street are Westlands School (0.9 miles) and Borden Grammar School (1.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Chestnut Street's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Chestnut Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Chestnut Street
Many people in Chestnut Street 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Chestnut Street — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Chestnut Street
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Chestnut Street can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Chestnut Street
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 Chestnut Street practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chestnut Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chestnut Street
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Chestnut Street, Kent. Other local pages worth browsing include Keycol, Borden, Key Street, Oad Street, Danaway, and Stiff Street.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Chestnut Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chestnut Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chestnut Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chestnut Street is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 1.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (3.6 miles) and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chestnut Street?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Chestnut Street, 27 practices within 10 miles and 91 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chestnut Street?
The nearest practice to Chestnut Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 3.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (6.5 miles) and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (7.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chestnut Street, Kent?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Chestnut Street, 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.