Orthodontic practices near Shorne
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Shorne, 36 practices within 10 and 167 practices within 20. The closest is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 2.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 3.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (762 reviews) |
| ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRERochester | 3.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PMA Dental CareGravesend | 3.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (242 reviews) |
| Kreate Dental GravesendGravesend | 3.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 3.8 miles east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shorne with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 2.8 miles east; the next are Gravesend (3.3 miles north-west) and Rochester (3.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 13 | 2.8 miles east |
| Gravesend | 4 | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Rochester | 2 | 3.3 miles east |
| Tilbury | 1 | 4.5 miles north-west |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Grays | 8 | 6.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shorne
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), 6.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
| MedicaPlus GraysGrays | 5.0 (88 reviews) | 6.6 miles north-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 2.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shorne at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gravesham |
| 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 | 1,225 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 21% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 93 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 382nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Thamesview School — 1.6 miles Leigh Academy Strood — 1.8 miles St John's Catholic Comprehensive — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 5,119 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GM Dental And Implant Centre, Chatham — 3 miles Parrock Dental & Implant Centres, Gravesend — 3 miles ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Rochester — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 167 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Louise Lunness-Barnes Dental Clinic — 2 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 Shorne
The nearest practice to Shorne is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 2.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 167.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: GM Dental And Implant Centre (2.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Shorne list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Shorne are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shorne
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Orthodontist in Shorne: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Shorne understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Kent.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Upper Ifield, Gads Hill Farm, Gadshill, Upper Bush, Lower Bush, and Henhurst.
Area profile for Shorne
Shorne — 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. Shorne's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.2% of the 1,225 residents in Shorne's census neighbourhood, above the 7.3% average across Kent. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (14), Shorne has more choice than 83% of towns in England. Families in Shorne are served by secondary schools including Thamesview School (1.6 miles) and Leigh Academy Strood (1.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Shorne is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Shorne is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
About Shorne
Just under 1 km west, Upper Ifield is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What we know about practices near Shorne
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Shorne. The closest on record are GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 3 miles away; Parrock Dental & Implant Centres in Gravesend, about 3 miles away; and ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 3 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shorne
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Shorne helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Shorne
Treatment in Shorne runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Shorne
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Shorne can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Shorne offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shorne. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shorne
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Shorne, Kent. Nearby pages covering Upper Ifield, Gads Hill Farm, Gadshill, Upper Bush, Lower Bush, and Henhurst may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Shorne
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shorne often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shorne?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shorne is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 2.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (3.3 miles) and Parrock Dental & Implant Centres (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shorne?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Shorne, 36 practices within 10 miles and 167 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shorne?
The nearest practice to Shorne that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 2.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (3.3 miles) and Parrock Dental & Implant Centres (3.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shorne, Kent?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shorne, Kent?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.