Orthodontic practices near Holborough
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Holborough, 32 practices within 10 and 138 practices within 20. The closest is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, 3.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 3.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 4.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (617 reviews) |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 4.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 4.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 5.2 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 Holborough with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 3.8 miles east; the next are Rochester (4.8 miles north-east) and Maidstone (5.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 13 | 3.8 miles east |
| Rochester | 2 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Maidstone | 8 | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Kent | 2 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Gravesend | 4 | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 7.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Holborough
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), 3.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-east |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-east |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Holborough at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tonbridge and Malling |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 24.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,329 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 40.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,112 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| 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 | 6.7% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Holmesdale School — 1.1 miles Aylesford School — 3.1 miles The Thomas Aveling School — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 606 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 4 miles David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 5 miles Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 138 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 Holborough
Holborough is 3.8 miles from Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 138.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kent Smile Studio (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (4.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Holborough list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Holborough are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 4.4 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 Holborough
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Orthodontist in Holborough: Before booking anything in Holborough, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Kent.
Useful local orthodontic context for Holborough
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Holborough itself. The nearest recorded are Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 4 miles away; David Austin Orthodontics in Rochester, about 5 miles away; and Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 5 miles away.
Area profile for Holborough
Holborough — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 24.8% of Holborough's residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Holborough, 6.7% of the 1,329 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Holborough has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Holborough are The Holmesdale School (1.1 miles) and Aylesford School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Holborough is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Holborough is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Snodland, Halling, Upper Halling, Ham Hill, North Halling, and Peters Village.
Local snapshot of Holborough
The nearest other location we cover is Snodland, around 1 km to the south.
All Orthodontic Options in Holborough Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Holborough has the full spectrum of options. 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 Holborough
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Holborough
Many people in Holborough 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Holborough follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Holborough. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Holborough
This part of the page places Holborough, Kent in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for Snodland, Halling, Upper Halling, Ham Hill, North Halling, and Peters Village.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Holborough
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Holborough often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Holborough?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Holborough is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 3.8 miles to the east. The next closest are GM Dental And Implant Centre (4.4 miles) and Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group) (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Holborough?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Holborough, 32 practices within 10 miles and 138 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Holborough?
The nearest practice to Holborough that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 4.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Ashley Lupin and Associates (4.6 miles) and Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (5.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Holborough, Kent?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Holborough, Kent?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.