Orthodontic practices near Laddingford
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Laddingford, 28 practices within 10 and 89 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 5.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 5.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 5.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 5.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGETonbridge | 6.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Laddingford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 5.0 miles north-east; the next are Kent (5.5 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (6.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Kent | 2 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Tonbridge | 7 | 6.2 miles west |
| Rusthall | 1 | 7.9 miles south-west |
| Royal Tunbridge Wells | 9 | 8.4 miles south-west |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 9.3 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 Laddingford
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), 10.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (337 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Tunbridge Wells Dental CentreRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (117 reviews) | 8.4 miles south-west |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 6.7 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Laddingford 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,704 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 136 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Kent | 735th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Mascalls — 3.2 miles Hadlow Rural Community School — 4.0 miles Cornwallis Academy — 4.4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 5 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 6 miles TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE, Tonbridge — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 89 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 Laddingford
From Laddingford the nearest practice is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 89.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Art Dental and Beauty (5.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Laddingford list clear aligners, the nearest 5.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Laddingford are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 5.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Laddingford to Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone is roughly 10 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Laddingford
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Laddingford, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Laddingford with the wider Kent area.
Local treatment availability around Laddingford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Laddingford itself. The nearest we do hold are Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 5 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 6 miles away; and TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE, about 6 miles away.
Laddingford in context
ONS classifies Laddingford as 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 Laddingford. Census data puts 16.3% of Laddingford's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 1,704 residents in Laddingford's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Laddingford; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Laddingford attend schools such as Leigh Academy Mascalls (3.2 miles) and Hadlow Rural Community School (4.0 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Laddingford is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Laddingford is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
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Laddingford at a glance
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Orthodontic Treatments in Laddingford
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Laddingford
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Laddingford
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Laddingford
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Areas We Cover Around Laddingford
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Frequently Asked Questions in Laddingford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Laddingford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Laddingford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Laddingford is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 5.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (5.4 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Laddingford?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Laddingford, 28 practices within 10 miles and 89 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Laddingford?
The nearest practice to Laddingford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (6.2 miles) and TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE (6.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Laddingford, 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 Laddingford, Kent?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.