Orthodontic practices near Frittenden
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Frittenden, 11 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, 3.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOKCranbrook | 3.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 9.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 9.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 9.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 9.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 9.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 9.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Frittenden with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cranbrook, 3.8 miles south-west; the next are Maidstone (8.1 miles north) and Kent (9.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook | 1 | 3.8 miles south-west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 8.1 miles north |
| Kent | 2 | 9.6 miles north |
| Ashford | 8 | 11.6 miles east |
| Hamstreet | 1 | 12.6 miles south-east |
| Tonbridge | 3 | 14.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Frittenden
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), 14.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 14.1 miles north |
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (337 reviews) | 14.2 miles west |
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 12.6 miles south-east |
| 78MPRRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (35 reviews) | 14.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Frittenden at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tunbridge Wells |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 267 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,326 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 80 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Kent | 542nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cranbrook School — 3.7 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, Cranbrook — 4 miles Orchard Dental Practice, Maidstone — 8 miles Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone, Kent — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 67 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 Frittenden
The nearest practice to Frittenden is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, 3.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 67.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Dental Practice (8.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashford Dental Care (12.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Frittenden list clear aligners, the nearest 8.1 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 Frittenden are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Frittenden
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Orthodontist in Frittenden: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Frittenden keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Kent and the surrounding area. Frittenden — a small village with a population of around 267 — is covered on this page specifically.
Facts about Frittenden
With a population of roughly 267, Frittenden is a small village within Kent. Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Sinkhurst Green, the closest linked location.
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The local picture in Frittenden
Frittenden is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Frittenden sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 19.5% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 2,326 residents in Frittenden's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Families in Frittenden are served by secondary schools including Cranbrook School (3.7 miles). National deprivation data ranks Frittenden among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Frittenden is about 38 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Practice signals around Frittenden
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Frittenden. The nearest we do hold are TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, about 4 miles away; Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 8 miles away; and Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about 10 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Frittenden
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Frittenden helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Frittenden runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Frittenden
The orthodontic landscape in Frittenden offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Frittenden
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 Frittenden. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Frittenden
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Frequently Asked Questions in Frittenden
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Frittenden often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Frittenden?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Frittenden is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, about 3.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Orchard Dental Practice (8.1 miles) and Art Dental and Beauty (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Frittenden?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Frittenden, 11 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Frittenden?
The nearest practice to Frittenden that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, about 3.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Orchard Dental Practice (8.1 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Frittenden, 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 Frittenden, Kent?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.