Orthodontic practices near ME13
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of ME13; 13 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDP in Whitstable, 6.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDPWhitstable | 6.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Social Six BracesWhitstable | 6.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Carbasse Implant & Dental CentreWhitstable | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (414 reviews) |
| Bespoke OrthodonticsSittingbourne | 7.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 1.0 (1 review) |
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 7.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (464 reviews) |
| Castle Street Dental PracticeCanterbury | 8.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Bradley & Partners Dental PracticeCanterbury | 8.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.2 (44 reviews) |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 8.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (307 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Whitstable, 6.6 miles north-east; the next are Sittingbourne (7.7 miles north-west) and Canterbury (7.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Whitstable | 3 | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Sittingbourne | 1 | 7.7 miles north-west |
| Canterbury | 4 | 7.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME13
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre in Canterbury (4.9 from 464 reviews), 7.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (464 reviews) | 7.8 miles east |
| Carbasse Implant & Dental CentreWhitstable | 4.9 (414 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Burgate Dental Practice & Implant CentreCanterbury | 4.9 (307 reviews) | 8.4 miles east |
| Castle Street Dental PracticeCanterbury | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 8.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME13
From ME13 the nearest practice is Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDP in Whitstable, 6.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 65.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (8.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around ME13 list clear aligners, the nearest 7 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 ME13 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre in Whitstable, 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from ME13 to Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDP is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
ME13 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,781 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 469 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Abbey School — 0.4 miles Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,217 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDP, Whitstable — 7 miles Bespoke Orthodontics, Sittingbourne — 8 miles St Dunstans Dental Practice and Specialist Referral Centre, Canterbury — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 65 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME12, CT5, TN24, ME10, TN23, TN25, ME9, ME11 |
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 ME13 area
People searching from ME13 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 ME13 is Faversham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME13 is Dr P Downes BDS MGDS LDS DGDP in Whitstable, about 6.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Social Six Braces (6.6 miles) and Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME13?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of ME13, 13 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Whitstable, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME13?
The nearest practice to ME13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Carbasse Implant & Dental Centre in Whitstable, about 7.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Burgate Dental Practice & Implant Centre (8.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME13 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME13 include Faversham, Ospringe, Wilgate Green, Sheldwich Lees, Painter's Forstal, Sheldwich, Hogben's Hill and Goodnestone.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME13 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Faversham, Kent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near ME13?
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.