Orthodontic practices near Cliffe
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Cliffe, 52 practices within 10 and 152 practices within 20. The closest is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, 3.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRERochester | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 4.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (511 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 4.7 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Tooth DoctorStanford-le-Hope | 4.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (96 reviews) |
| Corringham Dental PracticeBasildon | 5.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cliffe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 3.8 miles south; the next are Rochester (3.8 miles south) and Stanford-le-Hope (4.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 12 | 3.8 miles south |
| Rochester | 2 | 3.8 miles south |
| Stanford-le-Hope | 1 | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Basildon | 3 | 5.0 miles north |
| Gravesend | 4 | 5.7 miles west |
| Tilbury | 1 | 5.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cliffe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham (5.0 from 511 reviews), 4.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 4.4 miles south |
| Belle Vue Dental and Skin ClinicCanvey Island | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-east |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 4.4 miles south |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 5.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cliffe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Medway |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 2,403 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,527 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 | 11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 30.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 193 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Medway | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 43 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Medway |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo — 3.4 miles Maritime Academy — 3.9 miles Leigh Academy Strood — 4.6 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead, Chatham — 4 miles ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Rochester — 4 miles Tooth Doctor, Stanford-le-Hope — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 52 within 10 miles, 152 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 Cliffe
Cliffe is 3.8 miles from Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 52 practices, and within 20 there are 152.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: GM Dental And Implant Centre (4.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 12 of the practices around Cliffe list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 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 Cliffe are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cliffe
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Orthodontist in Cliffe: Before booking anything in Cliffe, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Cliffe or another part of Medway. Cliffe — a small village with a population of around 2,403 — is covered on this page specifically.
Cliffe in context
Officially, Cliffe is categorised as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. 18.1% of Cliffe's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.1% of the 1,527 residents in Cliffe's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Medway. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cliffe is better served than 64% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Cliffe are Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo (3.4 miles) and Maritime Academy (3.9 miles). There are 110 schools and 52,482 pupils in Cliffe's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Cliffe close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cliffe is about 24 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Where Cliffe sits locally
Cliffe is home to around 2,403 people, classing it as a small village within Medway. West Street is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Cliffe.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as West Street, Cooling, Cliffe Woods, Noke Street, Lower Higham, and Chattenden may also help.
Local orthodontic signals in Cliffe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cliffe itself. The nearest we do hold are Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, about 4 miles away; ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 4 miles away; and Tooth Doctor in Stanford-le-Hope, about 5 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cliffe
Orthodontic treatment in Cliffe is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Cliffe — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Cliffe
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cliffe has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Cliffe
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cliffe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cliffe
This part of the page places Cliffe, Medway in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for West Street, Cooling, Cliffe Woods, Noke Street, Lower Higham, and Chattenden.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cliffe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cliffe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cliffe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cliffe is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, about 3.8 miles to the south. The next closest are ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (3.8 miles) and GM Dental And Implant Centre (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cliffe?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Cliffe, 52 practices within 10 miles and 152 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cliffe?
The nearest practice to Cliffe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, about 3.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (3.8 miles) and GM Dental And Implant Centre (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cliffe, Medway?
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 Cliffe, Medway?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.