Orthodontic practices near DA16
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of DA16, 100 practices within 10 and 336 practices within 20. The closest is Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, 0.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 0.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 0.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Smile Welling Dental CareWelling | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (229 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 1.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic DentistKidbrooke | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (797 reviews) |
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Abbeywood DentalThamesmead | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (140 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Welling, 0.2 miles south-east; the next are Bexleyheath (1.1 miles east) and Kidbrooke (2.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Welling | 4 | 0.2 miles south-east |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 1.1 miles east |
| Kidbrooke | 1 | 2.3 miles west |
| Eltham | 1 | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Thamesmead | 1 | 2.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA16
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), 2.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SE9 Dental CareEltham | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 1.2 miles east |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 0.2 miles south-east |
| AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic DentistKidbrooke | 4.8 (797 reviews) | 2.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA16
DA16 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 100 practices, and within 20 there are 336.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crook Log Dental Practice (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around DA16 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 DA16 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Welling Dental Care, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away.
DA16 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,550 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,670 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Welling School — 0.4 miles Bexley Grammar School — 0.6 miles Harris Academy Falconwood — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 25 schools, about 30,872 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 90 schools, 43,011 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, Welling — under a mile Crook Log Dental Practice, Bexleyheath — 1 miles AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist, Kidbrooke — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 100 within 10 miles, 336 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA15, SE2, DA6, SE28, SE18, DA7, DA14, DA18 |
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 DA16
A typical orthodontic search around DA16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 DA16 is Welling.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA16 is Welling Corner Dental Practice Ltd, about 0.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Medidenta Dental Practice Welling (0.3 miles) and Smile Welling Dental Care (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA16?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of DA16, 100 practices within 10 miles and 336 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA16?
The nearest practice to DA16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Welling Dental Care, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Crook Log Dental Practice (1.1 miles) and AR Smiles Eltham - Implants, Invisalign and Cosmetic Dentist (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA16 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA16 include Welling, Falconwood and Welling, East Wickham, Danson Park, St. Michael's, Blendon and Penhill, Bostall Heath and Bostall Woods.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA16 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Welling, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near DA16?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.