Orthodontic practices near ME18
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of ME18, 28 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 3.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 3.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 4.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 4.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 4.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 5.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 5.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 5.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Orchard Dental PracticeMaidstone | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (65 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 3.7 miles north-east; the next are Kent (4.3 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 ME18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone (4.9 from 471 reviews), 3.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-east |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 4.9 (233 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-east |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 4.9 (74 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME18
The nearest practice to ME18 is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Art Dental and Beauty (4.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around ME18 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ME18 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 28 miles away.
ME18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maidstone |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,007 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 198 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Malling School — 3.5 miles Hadlow Rural Community School — 3.9 miles Oakwood Park Grammar School — 4.0 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 4 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 4 miles Andrew House Dental Practice Tonbridge, Tonbridge — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 84 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME19, TN12, ME20, ME6, ME16, ME15, ME14, TN10 |
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 ME18
A typical orthodontic search around ME18 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ME18 is Nettlestead Green.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME18 is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 3.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (4.2 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME18?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of ME18, 28 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME18?
The nearest practice to ME18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants, about 5.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone (5.2 miles) and Orchard Dental Practice (5.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME18 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME18 include Nettlestead Green, Pizien Well, Wateringbury, Congelow, Yalding, Livesey Street, Teston and Laddingford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME18 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Nettlestead Green, Kent, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near ME18?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.