Orthodontic practices near Teston
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Teston, 29 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 2.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 2.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 2.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 2.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 3.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 3.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 3.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 3.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 4.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Teston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 2.2 miles east; the next are Kent (2.9 miles east) and Chatham (6.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 2.2 miles east |
| Kent | 2 | 2.9 miles east |
| Chatham | 11 | 6.7 miles north-east |
| Tonbridge | 7 | 8.2 miles south-west |
| Rochester | 1 | 9.7 miles north |
| Upchurch | 1 | 10.2 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 Teston
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), 6.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-east |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-west |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 9.7 miles north |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 9.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Teston at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maidstone |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,391 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 416 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 291st closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Malling School — 2.1 miles St Augustine Academy — 2.6 miles Oakwood Park Grammar School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,888 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 2 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 3 miles Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 84 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 Teston
The nearest practice to Teston is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Art Dental and Beauty (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (9.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Teston list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 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 Teston are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Teston
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Orthodontist in Teston: Before booking anything in Teston, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Kent, not just Teston.
A quick look at Teston
The nearest other location we cover is Livesey Street, under 1 km to the north.
What official data says about Teston
By ONS classification, Teston falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Teston falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Teston skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 2,391 residents in Teston's census neighbourhood, below the 7.3% average across Kent. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Teston is better served than 72% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Teston are The Malling School (2.1 miles) and St Augustine Academy (2.6 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Teston's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Teston is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Livesey Street, West Farleigh, Wateringbury, Hoppers Corner, East Malling, and Barming Heath may also help.
Practice signals around Teston
There is no orthodontist on our records in Teston itself. The nearest recorded are Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 2 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 3 miles away; and Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 7 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Teston
Starting orthodontic treatment in Teston can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Teston runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Teston Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Teston 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Teston
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Teston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Teston
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Teston, Kent alone. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Livesey Street, West Farleigh, Wateringbury, Hoppers Corner, East Malling, and Barming Heath.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Teston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Teston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Teston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Teston is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 2.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (2.8 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Teston?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Teston, 29 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Teston?
The nearest practice to Teston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about 3.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.7 miles) and Orchard Dental Practice (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Teston, Kent?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Teston, Kent?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.