Orthodontic practices near Lamb's Cross
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Lamb's Cross, 12 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 3.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 3.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 4.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 4.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 4.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 4.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 4.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lamb's Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 3.0 miles north; the next are Kent (4.6 miles north) and Cranbrook (7.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 3.0 miles north |
| Kent | 2 | 4.6 miles north |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 7.9 miles south |
| Chatham | 10 | 9.1 miles north |
| Upchurch | 1 | 10.7 miles north |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 12.2 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 Lamb's Cross
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), 9.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 9.1 miles north |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 12.1 miles north |
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-west |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 4.9 (261 reviews) | 4.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lamb's Cross 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 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,264 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 79 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 419th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cornwallis Academy — 2.4 miles New Line Learning Academy — 2.8 miles Maidstone Grammar School — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,228 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orchard Dental Practice, Maidstone — 3 miles Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone, Kent — 5 miles TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, Cranbrook — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 68 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 Lamb's Cross
Lamb's Cross is 3 miles from Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Dental Practice (3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 12 of the practices around Lamb's Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 3 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 Lamb's Cross are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lamb's Cross
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Lamb's Cross, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Lamb's Cross or another part of Kent.
Local orthodontic signals in Lamb's Cross
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lamb's Cross itself. The closest on record are Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 3 miles away; Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about 5 miles away; and TOTAL ORTHODONTICS CRANBROOK, about 8 miles away.
Facts about Lamb's Cross
Chart Hill is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Lamb's Cross.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for Chart Hill, Chart Sutton, Rabbit's Cross, Wierton, Cross-at-Hand, and Devil's Den if you are weighing up more than one location.
Lamb's Cross in context
By ONS classification, Lamb's Cross falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Lamb's Cross sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.3% of Lamb's Cross's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,264 residents in Lamb's Cross's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Kent. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Lamb's Cross has more choice than 72% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lamb's Cross are Cornwallis Academy (2.4 miles) and New Line Learning Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Lamb's Cross's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Lamb's Cross is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Lamb's Cross
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Lamb's Cross helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Lamb's Cross
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lamb's Cross
Not every practice near Lamb's Cross offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Lamb's Cross sits within NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,264 residents in Lamb's Cross's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Kent. Lamb's Cross has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lamb's Cross are Cornwallis Academy (2.4 miles) and New Line Learning Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Lamb's Cross sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Lamb's Cross is about 34 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lamb's Cross
Patients in Lamb's Cross have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lamb's Cross
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 Lamb's Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lamb's Cross
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Lamb's Cross, Kent with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Chart Hill, Chart Sutton, Rabbit's Cross, Wierton, Cross-at-Hand, and Devil's Den.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lamb's Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lamb's Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lamb's Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lamb's Cross is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 3.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Art Dental and Beauty (4.3 miles) and College Dental Surgeries (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lamb's Cross?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Lamb's Cross, 12 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lamb's Cross?
The nearest practice to Lamb's Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 3.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (4.4 miles) and Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (4.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lamb's Cross, Kent?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lamb's Cross, Kent?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.