Orthodontic practices near CT17
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of CT17, 5 practices within 10 and 33 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Zone in Dover, 0.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile ZoneDover | 0.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (22 reviews) |
| Dover Priory Dental PracticeDover | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 6.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Cheriton Dental SurgeryFolkestone | 7.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (21 reviews) |
| Park Street Dental & Implant ClinicDeal | 8.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Pennypot Dental AshfordLympne | 11.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
| Arnica Dental CareCanterbury | 13.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (81 reviews) |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 13.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (307 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CT17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dover, 0.6 miles south-east; the next are Folkestone (6.2 miles south-west) and Deal (8.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dover | 2 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Folkestone | 2 | 6.2 miles south-west |
| Deal | 1 | 8.0 miles north-east |
| Lympne | 1 | 11.0 miles south-west |
| Canterbury | 2 | 13.7 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 CT17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Leas Dental Studio in Folkestone (5.0 from 22 reviews), 6.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leas Dental StudioFolkestone | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 6.2 miles south-west |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (307 reviews) | 13.8 miles north-west |
| Dover Priory Dental PracticeDover | 4.9 (254 reviews) | 0.7 miles east |
| Park Street Dental & Implant ClinicDeal | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CT17
CT17 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smile Zone in Dover is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 33.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dover Priory Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (13.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around CT17 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 CT17 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dover Priory Dental Practice, under a mile away.
CT17 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,166 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 35.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,017 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dover Grammar School for Boys — 0.1 miles Astor Secondary School — 0.3 miles Dover Grammar School for Girls — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 4,414 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Zone, Dover — under a mile Leas Dental Studio, Folkestone — 6 miles Park Street Dental & Implant Clinic, Deal — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 33 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CT16, CT15, CT14, CT19, CT20, CT13, CT18, CT50 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in CT17
People searching from CT17 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CT17 is St Radigund's.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CT17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CT17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CT17 is Smile Zone in Dover, about 0.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dover Priory Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Leas Dental Studio (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CT17?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of CT17, 5 practices within 10 miles and 33 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CT17?
The nearest practice to CT17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dover Priory Dental Practice, about 0.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Cheriton Dental Surgery (7.1 miles) and Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (13.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the CT17 postcode district?
Places in or next to CT17 include St Radigund's, Elms Vale, Clarendon, Buckland Valley, Dover, Farthingloe, Crabble and Western Heights.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CT17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for St Radigund's, Kent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CT17?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.