Orthodontic practices near DA2
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of DA2, 47 practices within 10 and 289 practices within 20. The closest is Smiledartford Dental Practice, 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiledartford Dental PracticeDartford | 0.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (96 reviews) |
| Kentish Smiles ClinicDartford | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (363 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 1.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 1.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics)Swanscombe | 4.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (105 reviews) |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartford, 0.6 miles north; the next are Bexley (1.6 miles north-west) and Swanscombe (4.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford | 4 | 0.6 miles north |
| Bexley | 1 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 4.1 miles east |
| Welling | 1 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 4.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA2
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), 1.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-west |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.8 (631 reviews) | 4.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA2
DA2 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smiledartford Dental Practice is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 47 practices, and within 20 there are 289.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Crook Log Dental Practice (4.9 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 8 of the practices around DA2 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 DA2 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kentish Smiles Clinic in Dartford, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 14 miles away.
DA2 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 22.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,071 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 | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 33.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,588 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy — 0.3 miles Stone Lodge School — 1.1 miles Dartford Science & Technology College — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 11,758 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiledartford Dental Practice, Dartford — under a mile Dartford Road Dental Centre, Bexley — 2 miles Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics), Swanscombe — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 47 within 10 miles, 289 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA1, DA4, DA9, RM19, BR8, RM20, DA10, DA8 |
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 DA2
A typical orthodontic search around DA2 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 DA2 is Fleet-Downs.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA2 is Smiledartford Dental Practice, about 0.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Kentish Smiles Clinic (1.0 miles) and Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & Invisalign (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA2?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of DA2, 47 practices within 10 miles and 289 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA2?
The nearest practice to DA2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kentish Smiles Clinic in Dartford, about 1.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (1.1 miles) and Dartford Road Dental Centre (1.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA2 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA2 include Fleet-Downs, Questor, Sutton at Hone, Darenth Valley, The Bridge, Darenth, Dartford and Clement Street.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Fleet-Downs, Kent, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near DA2?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.