Orthodontic practices near DA7
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of DA7, 87 practices within 10 and 332 practices within 20. The closest is The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 0.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 1.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 1.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile Welling Dental CareWelling | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (229 reviews) |
| Abbeywood DentalThamesmead | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (140 reviews) |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 DA7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Welling, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Bexleyheath (0.9 miles south-west) and Thamesmead (2.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Welling | 4 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Thamesmead | 1 | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Bexley | 1 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Dartford | 1 | 3.4 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA7
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), 3.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-east |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Welling Corner Dental Practice LtdWelling | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 1.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA7
DA7 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 87 practices, and within 20 there are 332.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Crook Log Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around DA7 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 DA7 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
DA7 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 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,730 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,815 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lift Bexleyheath — 0.4 miles St Catherine's Catholic School — 0.8 miles St Columba's Catholic Boys' School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 20 schools, about 25,121 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 | The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre, Welling — under a mile Crook Log Dental Practice, Bexleyheath — under a mile Abbeywood Dental, Thamesmead — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 87 within 10 miles, 332 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA6, DA17, DA5, DA18, DA8, SE2, DA16, DA14 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the DA7 area
People searching from DA7 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DA7 is Northumberland Heath.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA7 is The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Crook Log Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Medidenta Dental Practice Welling (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA7?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of DA7, 87 practices within 10 miles and 332 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA7?
The nearest practice to DA7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crook Log Dental Practice in Bexleyheath, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Smile Welling Dental Care (1.6 miles) and Abbeywood Dental (2.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA7 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA7 include Northumberland Heath, Bexleyheath, Lessness Heath, Barnehurst, Lesnes Abbey, Colyers, Belvedere and Bexley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA7 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Northumberland Heath, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DA7?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.