Orthodontic practices near ME10
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of ME10, 15 practices within 10 and 90 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 0.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 0.4 miles north | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 5.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 8.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 8.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 8.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 8.7 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 8.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 9.0 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 0.4 miles north; the next are Upchurch (5.4 miles west) and Chatham (8.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 0.4 miles north |
| Upchurch | 1 | 5.4 miles west |
| Chatham | 6 | 8.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants in Chatham (4.8 from 959 reviews), 8.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 4.8 (959 reviews) | 8.3 miles west |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 4.7 (261 reviews) | 5.4 miles west |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 8.4 miles west |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 4.6 (379 reviews) | 8.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME10
The nearest practice to ME10 is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 90.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (8.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around ME10 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ME10 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 36 miles away.
ME10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swale |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,343 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 36.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,967 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Borden Grammar School — 0.4 miles Highsted Grammar School — 0.7 miles Fulston Manor School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,291 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — under a mile Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 5 miles Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 90 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME9, ME11, ME12, ME8, ME13, ME17, TN27, ME7 |
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 ME10
Patients in the ME10 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 ME10 is Sittingbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME10 is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (5.4 miles) and Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (8.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME10?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of ME10, 15 practices within 10 miles and 90 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME10?
The nearest practice to ME10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 5.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (8.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME10 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME10 include Sittingbourne, Milton Regis, Murston, Kemsley, Howt Green, Highsted, Snipeshill and Rodmersham Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME10 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Sittingbourne, Kent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near ME10?
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.