Orthodontic practices near Pested
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Pested, 16 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Invisalign CentreWye | 4.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 4.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| Repton Dental StudioAshford | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Wolseley Place Dental PracticeAshford | 5.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Ashford Dental CareAshford | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (168 reviews) |
| Aligndent Ashford (Formerly The Orthodontic Practice)Ashford | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (182 reviews) |
| BW HayesAshford | 5.6 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Ashford PeriodonticsAshford | 5.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (11 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pested with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wye, 4.3 miles south-east; the next are Ashford (5.1 miles south) and Canterbury (9.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wye | 2 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Ashford | 8 | 5.1 miles south |
| Canterbury | 6 | 9.5 miles east |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 10.2 miles north-west |
| Whitstable | 3 | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Hamstreet | 1 | 11.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pested
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant Center (5.0 from 213 reviews), 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 11.4 miles south |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (464 reviews) | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Carbasse Implant & Dental CentreWhitstable | 4.9 (414 reviews) | 11.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pested at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ashford |
| 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 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,334 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 75 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 629th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest secondary schools | Towers School and Sixth Form Centre — 4.0 miles Wye School — 4.4 miles Highworth Grammar School — 5.2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kent Invisalign Centre, Wye — 4 miles Repton Dental Studio, Ashford — 5 miles Castle Street Dental Practice, Canterbury — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 53 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 Pested
Pested is 4.3 miles from Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Repton Dental Studio (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashford Dental Care (5.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Pested list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pested are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, 5.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pested
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Orthodontist in Pested: Before booking anything in Pested, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Kent and the surrounding area.
Nearby location pages
You can continue browsing related location pages including The Lees, Badlesmere, Challock, Paddock, Leaveland, and Molash if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Area profile for Pested
By ONS classification, Pested falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 18.6% of Pested's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 1,334 residents in Pested's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Families in Pested are served by secondary schools including Towers School and Sixth Form Centre (4.0 miles) and Wye School (4.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Pested is roughly mid-table for England.
What local practice data suggests in Pested
There is no orthodontist on our records in Pested itself. The closest on record are Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, about 4 miles away; Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 5 miles away; and Castle Street Dental Practice in Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
Local snapshot of Pested
Just around 1 km south, The Lees is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The Orthodontic Journey in Pested
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Pested helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Pested follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Pested
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pested has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pested
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 Pested. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pested
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Pested, Kent, these local links help you keep browsing. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including The Lees, Badlesmere, Challock, Paddock, Leaveland, and Molash.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pested
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pested often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pested?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pested is Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant Center (4.3 miles) and Repton Dental Studio (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pested?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Pested, 16 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pested?
The nearest practice to Pested that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 5.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Wolseley Place Dental Practice (5.4 miles) and Ashford Dental Care (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pested, Kent?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pested, Kent?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.