Orthodontic practices near Frinsted
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Frinsted, 17 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 4.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 4.9 miles north | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 6.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 7.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 7.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 7.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 8.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 8.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Frinsted with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 4.9 miles north; the next are Maidstone (6.5 miles west) and Upchurch (7.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 4.9 miles north |
| Maidstone | 8 | 6.5 miles west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 7.0 miles north-west |
| Kent | 2 | 8.1 miles west |
| Chatham | 11 | 8.9 miles north-west |
| Ashford | 6 | 10.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Frinsted
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), 8.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 9.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Frinsted at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maidstone |
| 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 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,676 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 41 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Kent | 720th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Lenham School — 2.9 miles Fulston Manor School — 3.8 miles Highsted Grammar School — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 820 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 5 miles GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Maidstone — 6 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 73 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 Frinsted
Frinsted is 4.9 miles from Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 73.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Dental Practice (7.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashford Dental Care (11.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Frinsted list clear aligners, the nearest 7 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 Frinsted are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Maidstone, 6.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Frinsted
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Orthodontist in Frinsted: This page was put together for people in Frinsted who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Frinsted itself or elsewhere in Kent.
Useful local orthodontic context for Frinsted
There is no orthodontist on our records in Frinsted itself. The closest on record are Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 5 miles away; GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Maidstone, about 6 miles away; and Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 7 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Wormshill, Bexon, Milstead, Swanton Street, Bedmonton, and Bredgar are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Frinsted in context
By ONS classification, Frinsted falls under 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 Frinsted. Census figures show 14.7% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,676 residents in the neighbourhood around Frinsted, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Kent. Families in Frinsted are served by secondary schools including The Lenham School (2.9 miles) and Fulston Manor School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Frinsted falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Frinsted is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Frinsted
The nearest other location we cover is Wormshill, around 1 km to the north-west.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Frinsted
Starting orthodontic treatment in Frinsted can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Frinsted
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Frinsted runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Frinsted
Patients in Frinsted have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Frinsted
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 Frinsted practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Frinsted. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Frinsted
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Frinsted, Kent alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Wormshill, Bexon, Milstead, Swanton Street, Bedmonton, and Bredgar.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Frinsted
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Frinsted often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Frinsted?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Frinsted is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 4.9 miles to the north. The next closest are GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (6.5 miles) and Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Frinsted?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Frinsted, 17 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Frinsted?
The nearest practice to Frinsted that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Maidstone, about 6.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (7.0 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Frinsted, Kent?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Frinsted, 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.