Orthodontic practices near DA4
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of DA4, 41 practices within 10 and 274 practices within 20. The closest is Smiledartford Dental Practice, 3.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiledartford Dental PracticeDartford | 3.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (96 reviews) |
| Kentish Smiles ClinicDartford | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (363 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 3.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 3.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| MFA Dental PracticeOrpington | 5.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (574 reviews) |
| Kreate Dental GravesendGravesend | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic DentistSevenoaks | 5.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (85 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartford, 3.7 miles north; the next are Bexley (4.2 miles north) and Orpington (5.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford | 4 | 3.7 miles north |
| Bexley | 1 | 4.2 miles north |
| Orpington | 1 | 5.6 miles west |
| Gravesend | 1 | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Sevenoaks | 1 | 5.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic Dentist in Sevenoaks (5.0 from 85 reviews), 5.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic DentistSevenoaks | 5.0 (85 reviews) | 5.7 miles south |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 3.9 miles north |
| MFA Dental PracticeOrpington | 4.9 (574 reviews) | 5.6 miles west |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA4
The nearest practice to DA4 is Smiledartford Dental Practice, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 274.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: AR Smiles Otford - Implant , Invisalign & Cosmetic Dentist (5.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around DA4 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DA4 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kentish Smiles Clinic in Dartford, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 15 miles away.
DA4 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,262 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 260 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Orchards Academy — 2.8 miles Wilmington Grammar School for Boys — 3.2 miles Leigh Academy Wilmington — 3.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 554 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiledartford Dental Practice, Dartford — 4 miles Dartford Road Dental Centre, Bexley — 4 miles MFA Dental Practice, Orpington — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 274 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA2, BR8, DA1, DA9, DA3, DA10, RM19, DA5 |
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 DA4
People searching from DA4 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DA4 is Horton Kirby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA4 is Smiledartford Dental Practice, about 3.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Kentish Smiles Clinic (3.8 miles) and Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA4?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of DA4, 41 practices within 10 miles and 274 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA4?
The nearest practice to DA4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kentish Smiles Clinic in Dartford, about 3.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.9 miles) and Dartford Road Dental Centre (4.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA4 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA4 include Horton Kirby, Farningham, South Darenth, Sutton at Hone, Eynsford, Maplescombe, Clement Street and Swanley Village.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Horton Kirby, Kent, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.