Orthodontic practices near ME20
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of ME20, 27 practices within 10 and 108 practices within 20. The closest is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, 2.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 2.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Kent OrthodonticsMaidstone | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (41 reviews) |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| Gabriels Hill Dental MaidstoneKent | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (234 reviews) |
| Art Dental and BeautyMaidstone | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (80 reviews) |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (74 reviews) |
| Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental ImplantsMaidstone | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,015 reviews) |
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 3.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (598 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maidstone, 2.7 miles south-east; the next are Kent (3.0 miles south-east) and Chatham (3.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 5 | 2.7 miles south-east |
| Kent | 2 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Chatham | 1 | 3.9 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 ME20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Kent Smile Studio in Chatham (5.0 from 598 reviews), 3.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-east |
| Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, MaidstoneMaidstone | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-east |
| St. Michael's Dental CareKent | 4.9 (233 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| College Dental SurgeriesMaidstone | 4.9 (74 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME20
ME20 is 2.7 miles from Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 108.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Art Dental and Beauty (3.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around ME20 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ME20 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 27 miles away.
ME20 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tonbridge and Malling |
| 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,724 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 | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 31.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 797 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Aylesford School — 0.4 miles The Malling School — 1.4 miles The Holmesdale School — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 8,166 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, Maidstone — 3 miles St. Michael's Dental Care, Kent — 3 miles Kent Smile Studio, Chatham — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 108 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME6, ME16, ME19, ME18, ME1, ME5, ME14, ME15 |
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 ME20 area
People searching from ME20 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 ME20 is Ditton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME20 is Smileology - Barming Dental and Implant Centre, Maidstone, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Kent Orthodontics (3.0 miles) and St. Michael's Dental Care (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME20?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of ME20, 27 practices within 10 miles and 108 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME20?
The nearest practice to ME20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gabriels Hill Dental Maidstone in Kent, about 3.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Maidstone Dental & Implant Centre - Invisalign and Dental Implants (3.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME20 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME20 include Ditton, Millhall, Larkfield, New Hythe, Aylesford, Lunsford, East Malling and Ham Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME20 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Ditton, Kent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.