Braces in Frindsbury at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 24.2% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of 1,589 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Maritime Academy — 0.8 miles Leigh Academy Strood — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | GM Dental And Implant Centre, Chatham — under a mile; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | GM Dental And Implant Centre, Chatham — under a mile; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — about 25 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Access within Medway | 3rd closest to a practice of 43 places in the county; the county median is 2.4 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces near Frindsbury
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Frindsbury, 40 practices within 10 and 143 practices within 20. The closest is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 0.3 miles south. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is GM Dental And Implant Centre, 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 4.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 5.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (762 reviews) |
| PMA Dental CareGravesend | 5.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (242 reviews) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 6.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Frindsbury with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Chatham, 0.3 miles south; the next are Gravesend (5.9 miles north-west) and Upchurch (6.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 3 | 0.3 miles south |
| Gravesend | 2 | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 6.0 miles south-east |
| Tilbury | 1 | 6.9 miles north-west |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 7.9 miles north-west |
| Kent | 1 | 8.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Frindsbury
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), 4.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 0.3 miles south |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 4.8 (762 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 4.8 (234 reviews) | 8.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Jaw-related problems are among the more complex conditions treated by specialists in Frindsbury. They span TMJ pain through to skeletal discrepancies that may need jaw surgery. This guide explains TMJ, skeletal bites and when orthognathic surgery is involved.
Skeletal Jaw Discrepancies
Skeletal underbite (Class III) occurs when the lower jaw is larger or more forward than the upper jaw. Mild cases can be addressed with camouflage orthodontics. Moderate to severe cases — particularly in adults — require orthognathic surgery to reposition one or both jaws.
Skeletal overbite / retrognathism is the reverse — the lower jaw sits noticeably smaller or further back than the upper one. In children, a functional appliance can guide jaw growth to correct it; in adults with a severe case, jaw surgery is sometimes the only route.
Facial asymmetry from uneven jaw growth causes a chin point off-centre and mismatched midlines. Mild asymmetry is common; significant asymmetry affecting function may require surgical correction.
Skeletal open bite — front teeth that don't meet due to vertical jaw growth patterns. Often requires surgical correction in adults when severe.
Near Frindsbury: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch (6 miles), one of 2 within 20 miles.
Jaw Treatment in Frindsbury — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Frindsbury. Frindsbury is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Frindsbury falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Frindsbury skews family-heavy: 24.2% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Frindsbury, 8.6% of the 1,589 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Medway, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Frindsbury has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Frindsbury are Maritime Academy (0.8 miles) and Leigh Academy Strood (1.0 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 110 schools and 52,482 pupils in Frindsbury's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Frindsbury's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Frindsbury is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away. See local practice availability in Frindsbury → They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Private orthodontic treatment for jaw-related conditions (standard course) costs in Frindsbury generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Orthognathic surgery cases involve additional NHS or private surgical fees on top of orthodontic treatment costs. The referral pathway for jaw surgery begins with your dentist or orthodontist.
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
Orthognathic surgery repositions one or both jaws to correct skeletal discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot address. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) under general anaesthetic, it is combined with 12-18 months of orthodontic treatment before and after the surgical procedure.
The referral pathway from Frindsbury begins with your dentist or orthodontist, who refers to an NHS OMFS or a combined orthodontic-surgical clinic. NHS funding covers surgery where there is a clear functional need. Recovery takes several weeks, but for patients with significant jaw discrepancies the outcomes — in both function and appearance — cannot be achieved any other way.
Near Frindsbury: the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics: GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham (under a mile), one of 14 within 20 miles; a specialist orthodontist: Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch (6 miles), one of 2 within 20 miles; the nearest university dental hospital, where complex referrals are often seen: Royal London Dental Hospital, London (25 miles).
Frequently Asked Questions — Jaw Problems in Frindsbury
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Frindsbury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Frindsbury is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 0.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (0.8 miles) and ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Frindsbury?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Frindsbury, 40 practices within 10 miles and 143 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Frindsbury?
The nearest practice to Frindsbury that mentions fixed braces is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 0.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (0.8 miles) and Kent Smile Studio (4.5 miles).
How many families live in Frindsbury?
Around 24.2% of Frindsbury's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Frindsbury?
Frindsbury falls within Medway.
What NHS area is Frindsbury in for dental services?
Frindsbury sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Which towns are close to Frindsbury?
Nearby towns include Strood, Gads Hill Farm, Cliffe Woods.
How do I get a jaw surgery referral?
Your dentist or orthodontist refers you to an oral and maxillofacial surgery team — combined ortho-surgical planning is standard practice for these cases. NHS referrals exist for functional need; private ones move faster.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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