Orthodontic practices near DA1
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of DA1, 73 practices within 10 and 303 practices within 20. The closest is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 0.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
| Kentish Smiles ClinicDartford | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (363 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 0.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| Smiledartford Dental PracticeDartford | 1.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (96 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 3.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 4.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bexley, 0.3 miles west; the next are Dartford (0.5 miles south-east) and Welling (3.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bexley | 1 | 0.3 miles west |
| Dartford | 4 | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Welling | 2 | 3.4 miles west |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 3.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (4.9 from 1,313 reviews), 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-east |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 3.4 miles west |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.8 (631 reviews) | 3.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA1
DA1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 73 practices, and within 20 there are 303.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Crook Log Dental Practice (3.5 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around DA1 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 DA1 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 12 miles away.
DA1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dartford |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,791 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 39.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,427 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dartford Grammar School — 0.2 miles Dartford Grammar School for Girls — 0.4 miles Dartford Science & Technology College — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 16 schools, about 18,615 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dartford Road Dental Centre, Bexley — under a mile Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants, Dartford — under a mile The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre, Welling — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 73 within 10 miles, 303 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA2, DA8, RM19, BR8, DA4, DA5, DA7, DA9 |
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.
Teeth straightening near DA1
Most DA1 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 DA1 is Dartford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA1 is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (0.5 miles) and Kentish Smiles Clinic (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA1?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of DA1, 73 practices within 10 miles and 303 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA1?
The nearest practice to DA1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, about 0.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (0.5 miles) and Kentish Smiles Clinic (0.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA1 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA1 include Dartford, Wilmington, Questor, Dartford Marshes, Barnes Cray, The Bridge, Heath Side and Slade Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA1 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Dartford, Kent, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DA1?
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.