Orthodontic practices near ME2
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of ME2, 41 practices within 10 and 148 practices within 20. The closest is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 1.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRERochester | 1.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 1.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 1.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (617 reviews) |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 2.4 miles east | – | – | – | 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 ME2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Rochester (1.4 miles east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham (4.9 from 659 reviews), 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 1.6 miles east |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 4.8 (145 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 4.6 (764 reviews) | 1.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME2
ME2 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 148.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: GM Dental And Implant Centre (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around ME2 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ME2 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away.
ME2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Medway |
| 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 | 24.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,227 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 35.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,034 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Strood — 0.7 miles Maritime Academy — 1.4 miles St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 12,155 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GM Dental And Implant Centre, Chatham — under a mile David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 1 miles Parrock Dental & Implant Centres, Gravesend — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 148 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME1, ME4, ME5, ME7, ME3, ME6, ME20, DA12 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in ME2
A typical orthodontic search around ME2 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ME2 is Strood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME2 is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (1.4 miles) and David Austin Orthodontics (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME2?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of ME2, 41 practices within 10 miles and 148 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME2?
The nearest practice to ME2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GM Dental And Implant Centre in Chatham, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (1.4 miles) and ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME2 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME2 include Strood, Frindsbury, Borstal, Gads Hill Farm, Gadshill, Cuxton, Lower Higham and Lower Bush.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME2 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Strood, Medway, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near ME2?
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.