Orthodontic practices near CT6
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of CT6, 14 practices within 10 and 33 practices within 20. The closest is Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay, 1.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anele de Novo Dental PracticeHerne Bay | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (915 reviews) |
| Carbasse Implant & Dental CentreWhitstable | 4.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (414 reviews) |
| Sturry Dental PracticeSturry | 4.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (38 reviews) |
| Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDPWhitstable | 4.6 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Social Six BracesWhitstable | 4.6 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Chopra & Associates Dental SurgeriesCanterbury | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (1,311 reviews) |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 6.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (464 reviews) |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 CT6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Herne Bay, 1.2 miles east; the next are Whitstable (4.3 miles west) and Sturry (4.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay | 1 | 1.2 miles east |
| Whitstable | 3 | 4.3 miles west |
| Sturry | 1 | 4.5 miles south |
| Canterbury | 3 | 6.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CT6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay (4.9 from 915 reviews), 1.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anele de Novo Dental PracticeHerne Bay | 4.9 (915 reviews) | 1.2 miles east |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (464 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-west |
| Carbasse Implant & Dental CentreWhitstable | 4.9 (414 reviews) | 4.3 miles west |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (307 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CT6
CT6 is 1.2 miles from Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 33.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (6.2 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around CT6 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 CT6 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay, 1.2 miles away.
CT6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Canterbury |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,349 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,424 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Herne Bay High School — 0.8 miles Orion Spires — 3.6 miles The Whitstable School — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,507 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Anele de Novo Dental Practice, Herne Bay — 1 miles Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre, Whitstable — 4 miles Sturry Dental Practice, Sturry — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 33 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CT2, CT5, CT1, CT3, CT4, CT7, CT8, CT13 |
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.
Orthodontic research around CT6
Patients in the CT6 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CT6 is Eddington.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CT6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CT6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CT6 is Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay, about 1.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre (4.3 miles) and Sturry Dental Practice (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CT6?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of CT6, 14 practices within 10 miles and 33 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CT6?
The nearest practice to CT6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Anele de Novo Dental Practice in Herne Bay, about 1.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre (4.3 miles) and Chopra & Associates Dental Surgeries (6.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the CT6 postcode district?
Places in or next to CT6 include Eddington, Herne Bay, Hunters Forstal, Herne, Lower Herne, Bullockstone, Beltinge and Hicks Forstal.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CT6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Eddington, Kent, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near CT6?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.