Orthodontic practices near Great Chart
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Great Chart, 11 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, 1.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repton Dental StudioAshford | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| BW HayesAshford | 1.6 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Ashford Dental CareAshford | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (168 reviews) |
| Aligndent Ashford (Formerly The Orthodontic Practice)Ashford | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (182 reviews) |
| Ashford PeriodonticsAshford | 1.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (11 reviews) |
| Wolseley Place Dental PracticeAshford | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Dr WilliamsAshford | 2.0 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Romney House Dental PracticeAshford | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Great Chart with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashford, 1.2 miles north-east; the next are Wye (5.1 miles north-east) and Hamstreet (6.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashford | 8 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Wye | 2 | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Hamstreet | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Lympne | 1 | 11.6 miles south-east |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 13.3 miles west |
| Canterbury | 6 | 13.8 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 Great Chart
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), 5.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 6.0 miles south |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 15.9 miles east |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (464 reviews) | 13.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Great Chart at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ashford |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 20.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,100 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 172 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 | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 132nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.3% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chilmington Green School — 1.4 miles Highworth Grammar School — 1.5 miles The John Wallis Church of England Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,775 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Repton Dental Studio, Ashford — 1 miles Kent Invisalign Centre, Wye — 5 miles Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and Implants, Hamstreet — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 40 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 Great Chart
Great Chart is 1.2 miles from Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Repton Dental Studio (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashford Dental Care (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Great Chart list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Great Chart are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, 1.2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Great Chart
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Orthodontist in Great Chart: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Great Chart often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Kent, not just Great Chart.
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Nearby location pages including Chilmington Green, Worten, Hothfield, Potters Corner, Beaver, and Daniel's Water can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Practice data for Great Chart
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Great Chart. The nearest we do hold are Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about a mile away; Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, about 5 miles away; and Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and Implants, about 6 miles away.
Local snapshot of Great Chart
The nearest other location we cover is Worten, around 1 km to the north-west.
What official data says about Great Chart
By ONS classification, Great Chart falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Great Chart sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 20.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.3% of the 2,100 residents in Great Chart's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Great Chart has more choice than 69% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Great Chart attend schools such as Chilmington Green School (1.4 miles) and Highworth Grammar School (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Great Chart's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Great Chart
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Great Chart helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Great Chart runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Great Chart
The orthodontic landscape in Great Chart offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Great Chart
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Great Chart. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Great Chart
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Great Chart, Kent with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Chilmington Green, Worten, Hothfield, Potters Corner, Beaver, and Daniel's Water for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Great Chart
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Great Chart often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Great Chart?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Great Chart is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are BW Hayes (1.6 miles) and Ashford Dental Care (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Great Chart?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Great Chart, 11 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Great Chart?
The nearest practice to Great Chart that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Ashford Dental Care (1.7 miles) and Aligndent Ashford (Formerly The Orthodontic Practice) (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Great Chart, 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 Great Chart, Kent?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.