Orthodontic practices near Upper Stoke
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Stoke, 41 practices within 10 and 105 practices within 20. The closest is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, 5.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (511 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 5.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 5.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRERochester | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 5.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Stoke with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 5.0 miles south-west; the next are Rochester (5.8 miles south-west) and Upchurch (6.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham | 12 | 5.0 miles south-west |
| Rochester | 2 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Upchurch | 1 | 6.2 miles south |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 3 | 6.6 miles north |
| Canvey Island | 2 | 7.0 miles north |
| Southend-on-Sea | 4 | 7.1 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 Upper Stoke
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham (5.0 from 511 reviews), 5.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-west |
| Belle Vue Dental and Skin ClinicCanvey Island | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.9 (963 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 6.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Stoke at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Medway |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,322 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 71 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Medway | 36th closest to an orthodontic practice of 43 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Medway |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo — 3.6 miles Waterfront UTC — 4.8 miles Castle View School — 5.0 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smil Dental Clinic, Chatham — 5 miles ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Rochester — 6 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 105 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 Upper Stoke
From Upper Stoke the nearest practice is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, 5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 105.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Franklin House Dental Practice (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Upper Stoke list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 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 Upper Stoke are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upper Stoke to Smil Dental Clinic is roughly 10 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Stoke
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Orthodontist in Upper Stoke: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Upper Stoke understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Medway and the surrounding area.
Where Upper Stoke sits locally
Lower Stoke is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Upper Stoke.
Local treatment availability around Upper Stoke
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upper Stoke. The nearest recorded are Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, about 5 miles away; ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 6 miles away; and Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Upper Stoke
ONS classifies Upper Stoke as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upper Stoke. Upper Stoke's under-16 share sits at 18.5%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Stoke, 6.1% of the 1,322 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Medway, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Upper Stoke; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Families in Upper Stoke are served by secondary schools including Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo (3.6 miles) and Waterfront UTC (4.8 miles). Upper Stoke's Local Authority has 110 schools educating 52,482 pupils (DfE data). Upper Stoke falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Stoke is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Compare nearby areas
You can also compare treatment pages for Lower Stoke, Middle Stoke, Saint Mary Hoo, Tunbridge Hill, Woodfield Hostel, and Allhallows if you are weighing up more than one location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Stoke
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Upper Stoke 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.
How to Choose in Upper Stoke
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 Upper Stoke practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Upper Stoke
Starting orthodontic treatment in Upper Stoke can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Upper Stoke runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Stoke. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Stoke
These links help widen your research beyond Upper Stoke, Medway if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Lower Stoke, Middle Stoke, Saint Mary Hoo, Tunbridge Hill, Woodfield Hostel, and Allhallows follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Stoke
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Stoke often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Stoke?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Stoke is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, about 5.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Franklin House Dental Practice (5.3 miles) and Gillingham Dental Healthcare Practice (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Stoke?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Stoke, 41 practices within 10 miles and 105 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Stoke?
The nearest practice to Upper Stoke that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, about 5.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (5.8 miles) and Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (5.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Stoke, Medway?
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 Upper Stoke, Medway?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.