Orthodontic practices near Moor Street
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Moor Street, 27 practices within 10 and 106 practices within 20. The closest is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 3.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 4.0 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 4.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 4.3 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 4.5 miles east | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Moor Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Upchurch, 0.7 miles west; the next are Chatham (3.6 miles west) and Sittingbourne (4.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Upchurch | 1 | 0.7 miles west |
| Chatham | 13 | 3.6 miles west |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 4.5 miles east |
| Rochester | 2 | 5.5 miles north-west |
| Maidstone | 8 | 6.6 miles south-west |
| Kent | 2 | 7.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moor Street
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), 4.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 4.6 miles west |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 5.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Moor Street 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,901 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 595 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England |
| Access within Medway | 8th closest to an orthodontic practice of 43 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Medway |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Rainham — 0.3 miles Rainham School for Girls — 1.6 miles The Howard School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 5,625 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — under a mile Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 4 miles Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 106 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 Moor Street
Moor Street has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 106.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Moor Street list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Moor Street are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Moor Street
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Orthodontist in Moor Street: This page was put together for people in Moor Street who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Moor Street or another part of Medway.
Area profile for Moor Street
Moor Street is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. 21.4% of Moor Street's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 1,901 residents in Moor Street's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Medway. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Moor Street is better served than 77% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Moor Street are Leigh Academy Rainham (0.3 miles) and Rainham School for Girls (1.6 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Moor Street's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 52,482 pupils, according to DfE figures. Moor Street sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Moor Street is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 32 miles away.
Facts about Moor Street
Just around 1 km south-east, Hartlip is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Hartlip, Hartlip Hill, Meresborough, Upchurch, Wetham Green, and Stockbury if you are weighing up more than one location.
Useful local orthodontic context for Moor Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Moor Street itself. The closest on record are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, under a mile away; Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 4 miles away; and Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Moor Street
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Moor Street can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
How to Choose in Moor Street
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Moor Street practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Moor Street
Orthodontic treatment in Moor Street is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Moor Street
Provision in Moor Street varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Moor Street — smaller 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 data puts 21.4% of Moor Street's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Moor Street, 7.8% of the 1,901 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Medway, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Moor Street has more choice than 77% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Moor Street are Leigh Academy Rainham (0.3 miles) and Rainham School for Girls (1.6 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Moor Street's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 52,482 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Moor Street is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Moor Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Moor Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Moor Street
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Moor Street, Medway with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Hartlip, Hartlip Hill, Meresborough, Upchurch, Wetham Green, and Stockbury for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Moor Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Moor Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moor Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moor Street is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (3.6 miles) and Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moor Street?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Moor Street, 27 practices within 10 miles and 106 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moor Street?
The nearest practice to Moor Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.6 miles) and Ashley Lupin and Associates (4.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Moor Street, Medway?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Moor Street, Medway?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.