Orthodontic practices near ME11
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of ME11, 20 practices within 10 and 96 practices within 20. The closest is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 4.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 4.4 miles south | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 6.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Warwick Lodge Specialist DentistrySouthchurch Village | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (189 reviews) |
| Smiles on BroadwaySouthend-on-Sea | 8.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (59 reviews) |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 8.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 8.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Focus Dental - SouthendSouthend-on-Sea | 8.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 8.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sittingbourne, 4.4 miles south; the next are Upchurch (6.8 miles south-west) and Southchurch Village (8.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 4.4 miles south |
| Upchurch | 1 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Southchurch Village | 1 | 8.1 miles north |
| Southend-on-Sea | 3 | 8.5 miles north |
| Chatham | 2 | 8.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry in Southchurch Village (4.9 from 189 reviews), 8.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warwick Lodge Specialist DentistrySouthchurch Village | 4.9 (189 reviews) | 8.1 miles north |
| Royal Mews Dental PracticeSouthend-on-Sea | 4.8 (59 reviews) | 8.5 miles north |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 4.7 (261 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 8.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME11
The nearest practice to ME11 is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, 4.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 96.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Royal Mews Dental Practice (8.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around ME11 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ME11 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 6.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
ME11 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 | 24.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,766 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 684 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Minster — 1.6 miles EKC Sheppey Secondary — 2.3 miles Westlands School — 5.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,547 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 4 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 7 miles Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry, Southchurch Village — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 96 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME12, ME10, ME9, SS1, SS3, SS99, SS2, SS0 |
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 ME11 area
Patients in the ME11 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 ME11 is Rushenden.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME11 is Bespoke Orthodontics in Sittingbourne, about 4.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Portman Smile Clinic Banstead (6.8 miles) and Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry (8.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME11?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of ME11, 20 practices within 10 miles and 96 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME11?
The nearest practice to ME11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 6.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry (8.1 miles) and Smiles on Broadway (8.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME11 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME11 include Rushenden, Queenborough, Blue Town, Mile Town, Sheerness, Halfway Houses, Marine Town and Iwade.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME11 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Rushenden, 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.