Orthodontic practices near DA9
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of DA9, 51 practices within 10 and 262 practices within 20. The closest is Smiledartford Dental Practice, 1.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiledartford Dental PracticeDartford | 1.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (96 reviews) |
| Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics)Swanscombe | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (105 reviews) |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 2.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 2.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) |
| Kentish Smiles ClinicDartford | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (363 reviews) |
| Grays Dental CentreGrays | 2.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.5 (77 reviews) |
| DentoBeauty ClinicGrays | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| MedicaPlus GraysGrays | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (88 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DA9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartford, 1.9 miles west; the next are Swanscombe (2.0 miles east) and Grays (2.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford | 4 | 1.9 miles west |
| Swanscombe | 1 | 2.0 miles east |
| Grays | 3 | 2.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DA9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is MedicaPlus Grays (5.0 from 88 reviews), 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| MedicaPlus GraysGrays | 5.0 (88 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsDartford | 4.9 (1,313 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
| DentoBeauty ClinicGrays | 4.9 (63 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & InvisalignDartford | 4.8 (62 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DA9
The nearest practice to DA9 is Smiledartford Dental Practice, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 51 practices, and within 20 there are 262.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 6 of the practices around DA9 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 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 DA9 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics) in Swanscombe, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 15 miles away.
DA9 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 | 20.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,897 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 44.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,450 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Alkerden Church of England Academy — 1.0 miles Stone Lodge School — 1.3 miles Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 9,249 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smiledartford Dental Practice, Dartford — 2 miles Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics), Swanscombe — 2 miles Grays Dental Centre, Grays — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 51 within 10 miles, 262 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DA10, RM20, DA2, RM19, RM17, RM15, DA1, DA3 |
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 DA9
Patients in the DA9 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 DA9 is Greenhithe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DA9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DA9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DA9 is Smiledartford Dental Practice, about 1.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics) (2.0 miles) and Smile Avenue - Dental Implants & Invisalign (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DA9?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of DA9, 51 practices within 10 miles and 262 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DA9?
The nearest practice to DA9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Aligndent Grove House (Formerly Grove House Orthodontics) in Swanscombe, about 2.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dartford Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (2.6 miles) and Kentish Smiles Clinic (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the DA9 postcode district?
Places in or next to DA9 include Greenhithe, Knockhall, Darenth Valley, Ebbsfleet Valley, Bean, West Thurrock, Swanscombe and Darenth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DA9 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Greenhithe, Kent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.