Orthodontic practices near Swingate
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Swingate, 5 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Dover Priory Dental Practice, 2.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Priory Dental PracticeDover | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Smile ZoneDover | 2.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (22 reviews) |
| Park Street Dental & Implant ClinicDeal | 5.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental SurgeryFolkestone | 9.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (21 reviews) |
| Ivy House Dental PracticeRamsgate | 13.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (16 reviews) |
| Pennypot Dental AshfordLympne | 13.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
| Sturry Dental PracticeSturry | 14.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (38 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Swingate with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dover, 2.1 miles south-west; the next are Deal (5.7 miles north-east) and Folkestone (8.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dover | 2 | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Deal | 1 | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Folkestone | 2 | 8.6 miles south-west |
| Ramsgate | 1 | 13.3 miles north |
| Lympne | 1 | 13.4 miles south-west |
| Sturry | 1 | 14.0 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 Swingate
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), 17.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wye Dental - Invisalign® and Implant CenterWye | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 17.7 miles west |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 8.6 miles south-west |
| Anele de Novo Dental PracticeHerne Bay | 4.9 (915 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-west |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (464 reviews) | 14.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Swingate at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dover |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,736 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 104 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Kent | 270th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest secondary schools | Duke of York's Royal Military School — 0.8 miles St Edmund's Catholic School — 1.7 miles Dover Christ Church Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 4,414 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dover Priory Dental Practice, Dover — 2 miles Park Street Dental & Implant Clinic, Deal — 6 miles Leas Dental Studio, Folkestone — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 25 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 Swingate
The nearest practice to Swingate is Dover Priory Dental Practice, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dover Priory Dental Practice (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (14.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Swingate list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Swingate are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dover Priory Dental Practice, 2.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Swingate
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Orthodontist in Swingate: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Swingate understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Kent and the surrounding area.
What local practice data suggests in Swingate
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Swingate. The nearest recorded are Dover Priory Dental Practice, about 2 miles away; Park Street Dental & Implant Clinic in Deal, about 6 miles away; and Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone, about 9 miles away.
Where Swingate sits locally
Guston is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km west of Swingate.
The local picture in Swingate
Officially, Swingate is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.6% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Swingate, 6.5% of the 1,736 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Swingate are Duke of York's Royal Military School (0.8 miles) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.7 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Swingate's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for East Langdon, Guston, Westcliffe, Victoria Park Mews, Nelson Park, and Pineham.
Orthodontic Treatments in Swingate
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Swingate has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. 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 Swingate 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.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Swingate
Orthodontic treatment in Swingate is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Swingate
Practices serving Swingate differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Swingate is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.6% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,736 residents in Swingate's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Kent. Secondary-age pupils near Swingate attend schools such as Duke of York's Royal Military School (0.8 miles) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.7 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Swingate'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 Swingate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Swingate
These local links are here for anyone comparing Swingate, Kent against nearby alternatives. This page links onward to East Langdon, Guston, Westcliffe, Victoria Park Mews, Nelson Park, and Pineham for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Swingate
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Swingate often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Swingate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Swingate is Dover Priory Dental Practice, about 2.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Smile Zone (2.3 miles) and Park Street Dental & Implant Clinic (5.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Swingate?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Swingate, 5 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Swingate?
The nearest practice to Swingate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dover Priory Dental Practice, about 2.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Cheriton Dental Surgery (9.5 miles) and Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (14.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Swingate, 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 Swingate, Kent?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.