Orthodontic practices near Foord
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Foord, 5 practices within 10 and 29 practices within 20. The closest is Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone, 0.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 0.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental SurgeryFolkestone | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (21 reviews) |
| Pennypot Dental AshfordLympne | 5.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile ZoneDover | 5.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (22 reviews) |
| Dover Priory Dental PracticeDover | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Kent Invisalign CentreWye | 12.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 12.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| Romney House Dental PracticeAshford | 13.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (53 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Foord with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Folkestone, 0.8 miles south; the next are Lympne (5.4 miles west) and Dover (5.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Folkestone | 2 | 0.8 miles south |
| Lympne | 1 | 5.4 miles west |
| Dover | 2 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Wye | 2 | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Ashford | 8 | 13.0 miles west |
| Deal | 1 | 13.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Foord
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant Center (5.0 from 213 reviews), 12.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 14.2 miles west |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| Anele de Novo Dental PracticeHerne Bay | 4.9 (915 reviews) | 19.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Foord at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Folkestone and Hythe |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,632 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,536 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest secondary schools | Folkestone Academy — 0.6 miles The Harvey Grammar School — 1.0 miles Turner Free School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,083 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Leas Dental Studio, Folkestone — under a mile Pennypot Dental Ashford, Lympne — 5 miles Smile Zone, Dover — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 29 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 Foord
The nearest practice to Foord is Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 29.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dover Priory Dental Practice (6.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (13.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Foord list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Foord are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cheriton Dental Surgery in Folkestone, 1.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Foord
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Orthodontist in Foord: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Foord understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Kent.
Facts about Foord
Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Park Farm Industrial Estate, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Foord
Foord is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Foord falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Foord's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,632 residents in the neighbourhood around Foord, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Families in Foord are served by secondary schools including Folkestone Academy (0.6 miles) and The Harvey Grammar School (1.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Foord sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Folkestone, Park Farm Industrial Estate, Hawkinge, Morehall, Capel le Ferne, and Coolinge may also help.
Local orthodontic signals in Foord
There is no orthodontist on our records in Foord itself. The nearest we do hold are Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone, under a mile away; Pennypot Dental Ashford in Lympne, about 5 miles away; and Smile Zone in Dover, about 6 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Foord
Many people in Foord delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Foord
Orthodontic practices in and around Foord vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Foord is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Foord. Foord's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,632 residents in the neighbourhood around Foord, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Families in Foord are served by secondary schools including Folkestone Academy (0.6 miles) and The Harvey Grammar School (1.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Foord is roughly mid-table for England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Foord
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Foord can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Foord
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Foord. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Foord
These local links are here for anyone comparing Foord, Kent against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Folkestone, Park Farm Industrial Estate, Hawkinge, Morehall, Capel le Ferne, and Coolinge follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Foord
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Foord often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Foord?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Foord is Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone, about 0.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Cheriton Dental Surgery (1.6 miles) and Pennypot Dental Ashford (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Foord?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Foord, 5 practices within 10 miles and 29 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Foord?
The nearest practice to Foord that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cheriton Dental Surgery in Folkestone, about 1.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dover Priory Dental Practice (6.2 miles) and Romney House Dental Practice (13.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Foord, Kent?
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 Foord, 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.