Orthodontic practices near Danaway
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Danaway, 27 practices within 10 and 100 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 2.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 2.8 miles east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 5.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 5.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 6.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 6.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 6.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 6.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Danaway with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 2.8 miles east; the next are Upchurch (2.8 miles north-west) and Chatham (5.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 2.8 miles east |
| Upchurch | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Chatham | 13 | 5.7 miles north-west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 6.5 miles south-west |
| Rochester | 2 | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Kent | 2 | 7.8 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 Danaway
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), 6.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 6.2 miles west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 7.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Danaway 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,871 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 191 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 382nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Westlands School — 1.8 miles Leigh Academy Rainham — 2.5 miles Borden Grammar School — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,699 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 3 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 3 miles Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 100 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 Danaway
The nearest practice to Danaway is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 2.8 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 100.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Franklin House Dental Practice (6 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (8.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Danaway list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Danaway are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 2.8 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 Danaway
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Orthodontist in Danaway: This page was put together for people in Danaway who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Danaway itself or elsewhere in Kent.
Area profile for Danaway
Officially, Danaway is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Danaway falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Danaway's under-16 share sits at 18.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,871 residents in the neighbourhood around Danaway, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. Secondary-age pupils near Danaway attend schools such as Westlands School (1.8 miles) and Leigh Academy Rainham (2.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Danaway falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Danaway is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 34 miles away.
Local snapshot of Danaway
The nearest other location we cover is Newington, around 1 km to the north.
Practice signals around Danaway
There is no orthodontist on our records in Danaway itself. The nearest recorded are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 3 miles away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 3 miles away; and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 6 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can also compare treatment pages for Newington, Oad Street, Chestnut Street, Keycol, Hartlip Hill, and Stiff Street if you are weighing up more than one location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Danaway
Orthodontic treatment in Danaway is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Danaway
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Danaway
Treatment in Danaway runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Danaway
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Danaway can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Danaway — Local Context
Provision in Danaway varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Danaway's ONS geography type is 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 Danaway. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,871 residents in the neighbourhood around Danaway, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. The closest secondary schools to Danaway are Westlands School (1.8 miles) and Leigh Academy Rainham (2.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Danaway falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Danaway is about 34 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Danaway itself. The nearest we do hold are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 3 miles away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 3 miles away; and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 6 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Danaway. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Danaway
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Danaway, Kent alone. Nearby pages covering Newington, Oad Street, Chestnut Street, Keycol, Hartlip Hill, and Stiff Street may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Danaway
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Danaway often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Danaway?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Danaway is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 2.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (2.8 miles) and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (5.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Danaway?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Danaway, 27 practices within 10 miles and 100 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Danaway?
The nearest practice to Danaway that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 2.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (5.7 miles) and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (6.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Danaway, 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 Danaway, Kent?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.