Orthodontic practices near DA8
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of DA8, 84 practices within 10 and 309 practices within 20. The closest is The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, 2.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 2.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (801 reviews) |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 2.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (631 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
| Kentish Smiles ClinicDartford | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (363 reviews) |
| Abbeywood DentalThamesmead | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (140 reviews) |
| Medidenta Dental Practice WellingWelling | 2.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (146 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 2.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Welling, 2.2 miles south-west; the next are Bexley (2.3 miles south-east) and Bexleyheath (2.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Welling | 2 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Bexley | 1 | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Bexleyheath | 1 | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Dartford | 3 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Thamesmead | 1 | 2.9 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 DA8
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), 2.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic CentreWelling | 4.9 (801 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Dartford Road Dental CentreBexley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Crook Log Dental PracticeBexleyheath | 4.8 (631 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA8
DA8 is 2.2 miles from The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 84 practices, and within 20 there are 309.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Crook Log Dental Practice (2.3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around DA8 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DA8 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 10 miles away.
DA8 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,751 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 35.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,019 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Bexley — 0.4 miles Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere — 0.9 miles Haberdashers' Crayford Academy — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 17,730 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 — 2 miles Dartford Road Dental Centre, Bexley — 2 miles Crook Log Dental Practice, Bexleyheath — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 84 within 10 miles, 309 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA17, DA7, DA6, DA18, DA1, DA5, RM13, SE2 |
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 DA8
People searching from DA8 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 DA8 is Erith.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA8 is The Sandford Dental Implant & Cosmetic Centre in Welling, about 2.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Dartford Road Dental Centre (2.3 miles) and Crook Log Dental Practice (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA8?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of DA8, 84 practices within 10 miles and 309 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA8?
The nearest practice to DA8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dartford Road Dental Centre in Bexley, about 2.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Crook Log Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA8 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA8 include Erith, Colyers, Slade Green, Barnes Cray, Barnehurst, Lessness Heath, Crayford and Northumberland Heath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Erith, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near DA8?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.