Orthodontic practices near Shottenden
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Shottenden, 20 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, 4.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Invisalign CentreWye | 4.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 4.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (213 reviews) |
| Castle Street Dental PracticeCanterbury | 7.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Repton Dental StudioAshford | 7.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 7.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (464 reviews) |
| Wolseley Place Dental PracticeAshford | 7.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Bradley & Partners Dental PracticeCanterbury | 7.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.2 (44 reviews) |
| Ashford Dental CareAshford | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (168 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shottenden with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wye, 4.7 miles south; the next are Canterbury (7.0 miles east) and Ashford (7.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wye | 2 | 4.7 miles south |
| Canterbury | 6 | 7.0 miles east |
| Ashford | 8 | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Whitstable | 3 | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Sturry | 1 | 9.4 miles east |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 10.6 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 Shottenden
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), 4.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 4.7 miles south |
| Hamstreet Dental Clinic - General Dentistry, Invisalign and ImplantsHamstreet | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 13.1 miles south |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 16.3 miles south-east |
| Anele de Novo Dental PracticeHerne Bay | 4.9 (915 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shottenden 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,573 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 2.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 694th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Abbey School — 4.2 miles Wye School — 4.6 miles Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School — 4.8 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kent Invisalign Centre, Wye — 5 miles Repton Dental Studio, Ashford — 7 miles Castle Street Dental Practice, Canterbury — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Faversham Smiles — 4 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 Shottenden
Shottenden is 4.7 miles from Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Repton Dental Studio (7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashford Dental Care (7.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Shottenden list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Shottenden are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shottenden
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Orthodontist in Shottenden: People weighing up braces or aligners in Shottenden can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Kent.
What official data says about Shottenden
Shottenden's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Shottenden falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Shottenden's under-16 share sits at 19.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Shottenden, 9.6% of the 1,573 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families in Shottenden are served by secondary schools including The Abbey School (4.2 miles) and Wye School (4.6 miles). Shottenden's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
More local pages to browse
You can continue browsing related location pages including Perrywood, Selling, Hogben's Hill, Molash, Dane Street, and Gushmere if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Useful local orthodontic context for Shottenden
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shottenden itself. The nearest recorded are Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, about 5 miles away; Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 7 miles away; and Castle Street Dental Practice in Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Shottenden in numbers
Perrywood is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Shottenden.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Shottenden
Patients in Shottenden have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Shottenden
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shottenden
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Shottenden helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Shottenden
Shottenden has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Faversham Smiles — is about 4 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. ONS classifies Shottenden as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.6% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Shottenden, 9.6% of the 1,573 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Shottenden are The Abbey School (4.2 miles) and Wye School (4.6 miles). Shottenden's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shottenden. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shottenden
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Shottenden, Kent alone. Other local pages worth browsing include Perrywood, Selling, Hogben's Hill, Molash, Dane Street, and Gushmere.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shottenden
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shottenden often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shottenden?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shottenden is Kent Invisalign Centre in Wye, about 4.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant Center (4.7 miles) and Castle Street Dental Practice (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shottenden?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Shottenden, 20 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shottenden?
The nearest practice to Shottenden that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Repton Dental Studio in Ashford, about 7.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Wolseley Place Dental Practice (7.1 miles) and Ashford Dental Care (7.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shottenden, Kent?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shottenden, Kent?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.