Orthodontic practices near Halling
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Halling, 32 practices within 10 and 145 practices within 20. The closest is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 3.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 3.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 3.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 3.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (617 reviews) |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 3.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 4.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 4.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 4.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Halling with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 3.4 miles east; the next are Rochester (4.0 miles north-east) and Maidstone (5.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 13 | 3.4 miles east |
| Rochester | 2 | 4.0 miles north-east |
| Maidstone | 8 | 5.9 miles south |
| Kent | 2 | 6.0 miles south-east |
| Gravesend | 4 | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 7.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Halling
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), 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-east |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 3.6 miles north-east |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 3.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Halling at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Medway |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,848 |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,309 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,144 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Medway | 27th closest to an orthodontic practice of 43 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Medway |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Holmesdale School — 1.9 miles The Thomas Aveling School — 2.5 miles Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,568 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 3 miles David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 4 miles Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 145 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 Halling
The nearest practice to Halling is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, 3.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 145.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kent Smile Studio (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (3.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Halling list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 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 Halling are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Halling
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Orthodontist in Halling: This page was put together for people in Halling who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Medway. Halling — a small village with a population of around 1,848 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Halling
Halling — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 17% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,309 residents in the neighbourhood around Halling, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Medway. Halling has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 81% of towns in England. Families in Halling are served by secondary schools including The Holmesdale School (1.9 miles) and The Thomas Aveling School (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 110 schools and 52,482 pupils in Halling's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Halling falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Halling is about 25 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Wouldham, Holborough, North Halling, Peters Village, Upper Halling, and Cuxton.
Local provider signals in Halling
There is no orthodontist on our records in Halling itself. The nearest we do hold are Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 3 miles away; David Austin Orthodontics in Rochester, about 4 miles away; and Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 6 miles away.
Halling in numbers
Halling is home to around 1,848 people, classing it as a small village within Medway. Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Wouldham, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Halling
Many people in Halling 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Halling — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Halling
Patients in Halling have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Halling
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Halling — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Halling. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Halling
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Halling, Medway with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Wouldham, Holborough, North Halling, Peters Village, Upper Halling, and Cuxton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Halling
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Halling often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Halling?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Halling is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 3.4 miles to the east. The next closest are GM Dental And Implant Centre (3.6 miles) and Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group) (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Halling?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Halling, 32 practices within 10 miles and 145 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Halling?
The nearest practice to Halling that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 3.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Ashley Lupin and Associates (3.9 miles) and Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (4.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Halling, Medway?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Halling, Medway?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.