Orthodontic practices near St Mary Cray
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of St Mary Cray, 58 practices within 10 and 332 practices within 20. The closest is MFA Dental Practice in Orpington, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MFA Dental PracticeOrpington | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (574 reviews) |
| SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS LTDOrpington | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SIMPLY ORTHODONTICSOrpington | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Petts Wood OrthodonticsBickley | 2.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| PETTS WOOD ORTHODONTIC SURGERYOrpington | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile 4 UChislehurst | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (612 reviews) |
| Premier OrthodonticsShortlands | 5.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (161 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 5.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St Mary Cray with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Orpington, 0.7 miles west; the next are Bickley (2.2 miles west) and Chislehurst (3.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Orpington | 4 | 0.7 miles west |
| Bickley | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Chislehurst | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Shortlands | 1 | 5.1 miles north-west |
| Welling | 4 | 5.4 miles north |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 5.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of St Mary Cray
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic Dentist in Sevenoaks (5.0 from 85 reviews), 5.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic DentistSevenoaks | 5.0 (85 reviews) | 5.7 miles south-east |
| Halo DentalSevenoaks | 5.0 (64 reviews) | 7.6 miles south |
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 5.6 miles north-west |
| JR Dental PracticeSevenoaks | 5.0 (10 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
St Mary Cray at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bromley |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East London Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,240 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,925 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Greater London | 461st closest to an orthodontic practice of 973 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Greater London |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Academy Orpington — 0.5 miles St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School — 1.1 miles Newstead Wood School — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 8,187 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 117 schools, 57,500 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | MFA Dental Practice, Orpington — under a mile Petts Wood Orthodontics, Bickley — 2 miles Smile 4 U, Chislehurst — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 58 within 10 miles, 332 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 Mary Cray
St Mary Cray has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: MFA Dental Practice in Orpington is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 58 practices, and within 20 there are 332.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smile 4 U (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (5.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 25 of the practices around St Mary Cray 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 St Mary Cray are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MFA Dental Practice in Orpington, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In St Mary Cray
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Orthodontist in St Mary Cray: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in St Mary Cray understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from St Mary Cray or another part of Greater London.
Local orthodontic signals in St Mary Cray
No orthodontic practice is recorded in St Mary Cray. The closest on record are MFA Dental Practice in Orpington, under a mile away; Petts Wood Orthodontics in Bickley, about 2 miles away; and Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, about 4 miles away.
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Related pages for Derry Downs, Cray Valley East, Goddington, Kevington, Chelsfield, and Orpington are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The local picture in St Mary Cray
ONS classifies St Mary Cray as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. St Mary Cray's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 1,240 residents in St Mary Cray's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. St Mary Cray has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. Regionally, 20% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near St Mary Cray attend schools such as Harris Academy Orpington (0.5 miles) and St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School (1.1 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. St Mary Cray's Local Authority area covers 117 schools and 57,500 pupils, according to DfE figures. St Mary Cray's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, St Mary Cray is about 12 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
A quick look at St Mary Cray
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Derry Downs, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in St Mary Cray Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in St Mary Cray
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The Orthodontic Journey in St Mary Cray
Starting orthodontic treatment in St Mary Cray can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around St Mary Cray. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in St Mary Cray
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in St Mary Cray often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St Mary Cray?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St Mary Cray is MFA Dental Practice in Orpington, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS LTD (1.2 miles) and SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St Mary Cray?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of St Mary Cray, 58 practices within 10 miles and 332 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near St Mary Cray?
The nearest practice to St Mary Cray that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MFA Dental Practice in Orpington, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS LTD (1.2 miles) and SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS (1.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in St Mary Cray, Greater London?
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 Mary Cray, Greater London?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.