Orthodontic practices near Lidsing
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Lidsing, 27 practices within 10 and 113 practices within 20. The closest is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, 1.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 1.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 3.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 3.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 3.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 3.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 3.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lidsing with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 1.6 miles north-west; the next are Upchurch (3.2 miles north-east) and Maidstone (3.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 13 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 3.2 miles north-east |
| Maidstone | 8 | 3.7 miles south |
| Kent | 2 | 4.2 miles south |
| Rochester | 2 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Sittingbourne | 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 Lidsing
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), 1.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 5.0 miles north |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 5.5 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lidsing 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 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,698 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 85 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 192nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Greenacre School — 2.0 miles Walderslade School — 2.2 miles Rainham School for Girls — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,750 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 2 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 3 miles GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Maidstone — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 113 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 Lidsing
Lidsing is 1.6 miles from Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 113.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kent Smile Studio (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (5.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Lidsing list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 Lidsing are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lidsing
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Orthodontist in Lidsing: This page was put together for people in Lidsing who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Kent.
Local treatment availability around Lidsing
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lidsing itself. The nearest recorded are Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 2 miles away; Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 3 miles away; and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Maidstone, about 4 miles away.
A quick look at Lidsing
Heading east for around 1 km brings you to Bredhurst, the closest linked location.
Lidsing in context
By ONS classification, Lidsing falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Lidsing falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,698 residents in Lidsing's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. With 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lidsing is better served than 91% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Lidsing are Greenacre School (2.0 miles) and Walderslade School (2.2 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Lidsing sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lidsing is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
For a broader view, related location pages cover Bredhurst, Westfield Sole, Capstone, Kemsley Street, Scragged Oak, and Boxley as well as this one.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Lidsing
Orthodontic treatment in Lidsing is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Lidsing
Every case in Lidsing follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Lidsing
Patients in Lidsing 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Lidsing
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Lidsing — 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 Lidsing. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lidsing
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Lidsing, Kent with surrounding locations. If you're still deciding, related pages for Bredhurst, Westfield Sole, Capstone, Kemsley Street, Scragged Oak, and Boxley may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Lidsing
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lidsing often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lidsing?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lidsing is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 1.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (3.2 miles) and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lidsing?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Lidsing, 27 practices within 10 miles and 113 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lidsing?
The nearest practice to Lidsing that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 3.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.3 miles) and GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (3.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lidsing, Kent?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lidsing, Kent?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.