Orthodontic practices near DA3
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of DA3, 40 practices within 10 and 212 practices within 20. The closest is Kreate Dental Gravesend, 3.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kreate Dental GravesendGravesend | 3.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 3.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| PMA Dental CareGravesend | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (242 reviews) |
| Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics)Swanscombe | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (105 reviews) |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 4.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (762 reviews) |
| Smiledartford Dental PracticeDartford | 5.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (96 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 5.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 5.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gravesend, 3.5 miles north-east; the next are Swanscombe (4.6 miles north) and Dartford (5.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gravesend | 4 | 3.5 miles north-east |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 4.6 miles north |
| Dartford | 3 | 5.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA3
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), 5.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-west |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 3.8 miles north-east |
| Kreate Dental GravesendGravesend | 4.9 (228 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-east |
| Parrock Dental & Implant CentresGravesend | 4.8 (762 reviews) | 4.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA3
The nearest practice to DA3 is Kreate Dental Gravesend, 3.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 212.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Parrock Dental & Implant Centres (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around DA3 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 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 DA3 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Parrock Dental & Implant Centres in Gravesend, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 18 miles away.
DA3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sevenoaks |
| 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 | 11.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,401 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 332 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Longfield — 0.8 miles Meopham School — 2.5 miles Northfleet School for Girls — 3.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,897 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kreate Dental Gravesend, Gravesend — 4 miles Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics), Swanscombe — 5 miles Smiledartford Dental Practice, Dartford — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 212 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA13, DA10, DA11, DA9, DA4, TN15, DA2, DA12 |
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 DA3
A typical orthodontic search around DA3 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 DA3 is Hartley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA3 is Kreate Dental Gravesend, about 3.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Parrock Dental & Implant Centres (3.8 miles) and PMA Dental Care (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA3?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of DA3, 40 practices within 10 miles and 212 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA3?
The nearest practice to DA3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Parrock Dental & Implant Centres in Gravesend, about 3.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include PMA Dental Care (4.6 miles) and Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics) (4.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA3 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA3 include Hartley, Longfield, Longfield Hill, West Yoke, New Barn, Fawkham Green, Betsham and Ridley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hartley, Kent, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.