Orthodontic practices near Weavering
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Weavering, 27 practices within 10 and 92 practices within 20. The closest is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicMaidstone | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTREMaidstone | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 1.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 1.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 2.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Weavering with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 0.5 miles west; the next are Kent (1.1 miles west) and Chatham (4.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 0.5 miles west |
| Kent | 2 | 1.1 miles west |
| Chatham | 13 | 4.9 miles north |
| Upchurch | 1 | 6.9 miles north-east |
| Rochester | 2 | 8.6 miles north |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 9.6 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 Weavering
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), 4.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 4.9 miles north |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 9.1 miles north |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 9.1 miles north |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 8.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Weavering 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,643 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,121 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 44th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Valley Park School — 0.5 miles Invicta Grammar School — 0.6 miles Maidstone Grammar School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 12,143 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Maidstone — under a mile Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone, Kent — 1 miles Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 92 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | ME14 |
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 Weavering
The nearest practice to Weavering is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 92.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (9.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Weavering 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 Weavering are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Weavering
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Weavering, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Kent, not just Weavering.
Weavering in numbers
Bearsted is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km east of Weavering.
Useful local orthodontic context for Weavering
There is no orthodontist on our records in Weavering itself. The closest on record are Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, under a mile away; Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about a mile away; and Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 5 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Bearsted, Roseacre, Harbourland, Penenden Heath, Ware Street, and Detling can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
What official data says about Weavering
Officially, Weavering is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Weavering falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. 17.8% of Weavering's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,643 residents in Weavering's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Kent. Weavering has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in England. Families in Weavering are served by secondary schools including Valley Park School (0.5 miles) and Invicta Grammar School (0.6 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Weavering sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Weavering is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Weavering
Patients in Weavering have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Treatment Options in Weavering — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Weavering — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Weavering — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Weavering's under-16 share sits at 17.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Weavering, 6.9% of the 1,643 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Weavering has more choice than 77% of towns in England. Families in Weavering are served by secondary schools including Valley Park School (0.5 miles) and Invicta Grammar School (0.6 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Weavering's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Weavering is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Weavering itself. The nearest we do hold are Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, under a mile away; Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about a mile away; and Kent Smile Studio in Chatham, about 5 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Weavering
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Weavering helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Weavering
- 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Weavering follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Weavering. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Weavering
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Weavering, Kent. Other local pages worth browsing include Bearsted, Roseacre, Harbourland, Penenden Heath, Ware Street, and Detling.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Weavering
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Weavering often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Weavering?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Weavering is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.5 miles) and Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Weavering?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Weavering, 27 practices within 10 miles and 92 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Weavering?
The nearest practice to Weavering that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidstone, about 0.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include GROVE GREEN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.5 miles) and Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone (1.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Weavering, 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 Weavering, Kent?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.