Orthodontic practices near St Leonard's Street
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of St Leonard's Street, 37 practices within 10 and 92 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 3.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 3.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 4.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 4.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 5.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 5.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St Leonard's Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 3.9 miles east; the next are Kent (4.6 miles east) and Chatham (6.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 3.9 miles east |
| Kent | 2 | 4.6 miles east |
| Chatham | 9 | 6.9 miles north-east |
| Tonbridge | 7 | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Sevenoaks | 3 | 8.9 miles west |
| Rochester | 1 | 9.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of St Leonard's 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), 6.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 6.9 miles north-east |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 8.3 miles south-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
St Leonard's Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tonbridge and Malling |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 29.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,982 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 39.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,036 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 564th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.3% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Malling School — 1.7 miles Aylesford School — 3.0 miles The Holmesdale School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,051 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 4 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 5 miles Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 37 within 10 miles, 92 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 St Leonard's Street
St Leonard's Street is 3.9 miles from Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 37 practices, and within 20 there are 92.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Art Dental and Beauty (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (8.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around St Leonard's Street list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around St Leonard's Street are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In St Leonard's Street
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Orthodontist in St Leonard's Street: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in St Leonard's Street, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in St Leonard's Street with the wider Kent area.
What official data says about St Leonard's Street
St Leonard's Street's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, St Leonard's Street falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. With 29.2% of residents under 16, St Leonard's Street has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around St Leonard's Street, 10.3% of the 2,982 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), St Leonard's Street has more choice than 52% of towns in England. Families in St Leonard's Street are served by secondary schools including The Malling School (1.7 miles) and Aylesford School (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks St Leonard's Street among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to St Leonard's Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 26 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
St Leonard's Street at a glance
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Kings Hill, the closest linked location.
Useful local orthodontic context for St Leonard's Street
No orthodontic practice is recorded in St Leonard's Street. The closest on record are Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 4 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 5 miles away; and Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 7 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Kings Hill, West Malling, Ryarsh, Herne Pound, Offham, and Mereworth can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
The Orthodontic Journey in St Leonard's Street
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in St Leonard's Street helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in St Leonard's Street
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in St Leonard's Street
Provision in St Leonard's Street varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. St Leonard's Street is classified as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. St Leonard's Street skews family-heavy: 29.2% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 2,982 residents in the neighbourhood around St Leonard's Street, 10.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.3% average across Kent. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, St Leonard's Street is better served than 52% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near St Leonard's Street attend schools such as The Malling School (1.7 miles) and Aylesford School (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, St Leonard's Street sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, St Leonard's Street is about 26 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in St Leonard's Street
The orthodontic landscape in St Leonard's Street offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in St Leonard's 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 St Leonard's Street practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around St Leonard's Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around St Leonard's Street
These links help widen your research beyond St Leonard's Street, Kent if you're open to travelling a little further. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Kings Hill, West Malling, Ryarsh, Herne Pound, Offham, and Mereworth.
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Frequently Asked Questions in St Leonard's Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in St Leonard's Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St Leonard's Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St Leonard's Street is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 3.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (4.5 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St Leonard's Street?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of St Leonard's Street, 37 practices within 10 miles and 92 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near St Leonard's Street?
The nearest practice to St Leonard's Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about 5.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (5.4 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in St Leonard's Street, 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 St Leonard's Street, Kent?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.