Orthodontic practices near DA14
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of DA14, 76 practices within 10 and 337 practices within 20. The closest is Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, 1.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile 4 UChislehurst | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (612 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 2.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 2.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 2.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Petts Wood OrthodonticsBickley | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| PETTS WOOD ORTHODONTIC SURGERYOrpington | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA14 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chislehurst, 1.9 miles west; the next are Bexleyheath (2.5 miles north) and Welling (2.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chislehurst | 1 | 1.9 miles west |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 2.5 miles north |
| Welling | 3 | 2.5 miles north |
| Eltham | 1 | 2.9 miles north-west |
| Bickley | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Orpington | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA14
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is SE9 Dental Care in Eltham (5.0 from 47 reviews), 2.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-west |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 2.5 miles north |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 2.6 miles north |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.8 (631 reviews) | 2.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA14
The nearest practice to DA14 is Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 76 practices, and within 20 there are 337.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smile 4 U (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (2.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around DA14 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DA14 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
DA14 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bexley |
| NHS dental services | NHS South East London 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,416 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.6% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,373 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cleeve Park School — 0.4 miles Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School — 0.8 miles Kemnal Technology College — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 21,202 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 90 schools, 43,011 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile 4 U, Chislehurst — 2 miles Crook Log Dental Practice, Bexleyheath — 2 miles The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre, Welling — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 76 within 10 miles, 337 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA15, BR5, DA5, DA16, DA6, BR7, DA7, SE9 |
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 DA14
Most DA14 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DA14 is Foots Cray.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA14
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA14?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA14 is Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, about 1.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Crook Log Dental Practice (2.5 miles) and The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA14?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of DA14, 76 practices within 10 miles and 337 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA14?
The nearest practice to DA14 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile 4 U in Chislehurst, about 1.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Crook Log Dental Practice (2.5 miles) and SE9 Dental Care (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA14 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA14 include Foots Cray, Sidcup, Cray Meadows, Longlands, Ruxley, Blendon and Penhill, Cray Valley West and St Paul's Cray.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA14 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Foots Cray, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near DA14?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Foots Cray, Greater London, subject to clinical suitability.
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.