Orthodontic practices near Yalding
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Yalding, 29 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 4.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 4.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 4.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 5.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 5.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 5.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 5.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Yalding with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 4.2 miles north-east; the next are Kent (4.7 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (6.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 8 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Kent | 2 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Tonbridge | 7 | 6.8 miles west |
| Rusthall | 1 | 8.6 miles south-west |
| Royal Tunbridge Wells | 9 | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Chatham | 1 | 9.3 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 Yalding
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), 9.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 9.3 miles north-east |
| Grosvenor House Orthodontic PracticeRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (337 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Tunbridge Wells Dental CentreRoyal Tunbridge Wells | 5.0 (117 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 7.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Yalding 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,365 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,704 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 136 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Kent | 613th closest to an orthodontic practice of 959 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Kent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cornwallis Academy — 3.8 miles Leigh Academy Mascalls — 4.0 miles Hadlow Rural Community School — 4.4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 4 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 5 miles Andrew House Dental Practice Tonbridge, Tonbridge — 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 Yalding
Yalding is 4.2 miles from Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Art Dental and Beauty (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 18 of the practices around Yalding list clear aligners, the nearest 5.2 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 Yalding are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Yalding
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Orthodontist in Yalding: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Yalding understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Yalding or another part of Kent. Yalding — a small village with a population of around 1,365 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Yalding
By ONS classification, Yalding falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Yalding falls under NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. Yalding's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Yalding, 7.6% of the 1,704 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Kent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Yalding is better served than 52% of towns in England. Families in Yalding are served by secondary schools including Cornwallis Academy (3.8 miles) and Leigh Academy Mascalls (4.0 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Yalding is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Yalding is about 30 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London.
Yalding in numbers
With a population of roughly 1,365, Yalding is a small village within Kent. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Congelow, the closest linked location.
Continue your local research
For a broader view, related location pages cover Congelow, Benover, Laddingford, Nettlestead Green, Beltring, and Collier Street as well as this one.
What local practice data suggests in Yalding
There is no orthodontist on our records in Yalding itself. The nearest we do hold are Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 4 miles away; St. Michael's Dental Care in Kent, about 5 miles away; and Andrew House Dental Practice Tonbridge, about 7 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Yalding
The orthodontic landscape in Yalding offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Yalding
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Yalding — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Yalding
Orthodontic treatment in Yalding is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Yalding — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Yalding. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Yalding
This part of the page places Yalding, Kent in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Congelow, Benover, Laddingford, Nettlestead Green, Beltring, and Collier Street.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Yalding
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Yalding often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Yalding?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Yalding is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 4.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (4.6 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Yalding?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Yalding, 29 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Yalding?
The nearest practice to Yalding that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Dental Practice in Maidstone, about 5.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (5.4 miles) and Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Yalding, Kent?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Yalding, Kent?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.