Orthodontic practices near ME3
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of ME3, 45 practices within 10 and 127 practices within 20. The closest is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, 2.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 2.5 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (511 reviews) |
| Enhance Smiles - East GrinsteadChatham | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (52 reviews) |
| ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRERochester | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 3.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| David Austin OrthodonticsRochester | 3.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 3.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (659 reviews) |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ME3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chatham, 2.5 miles south; the next are Rochester (2.8 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham (5.0 from 511 reviews), 2.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
| GM Dental And Implant CentreChatham | 4.9 (659 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 3.4 miles south |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 4.6 (764 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME3
ME3 is 2.5 miles from Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 45 practices, and within 20 there are 127.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; GM Dental And Implant Centre (3.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around ME3 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 ME3 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 27 miles away.
ME3 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,194 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 32% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 319 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo — 1.0 miles Waterfront UTC — 2.5 miles Maritime Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,946 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smil Dental Clinic, Chatham — 2 miles ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Rochester — 3 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 45 within 10 miles, 127 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME7, ME4, ME2, ME1, ME5, ME8, SS8, SS7 |
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 ME3 area
A typical orthodontic search around ME3 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ME3 is High Halstow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME3 is Smil Dental Clinic in Chatham, about 2.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead (2.8 miles) and ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME3?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of ME3, 45 practices within 10 miles and 127 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME3?
The nearest practice to ME3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Enhance Smiles - East Grinstead in Chatham, about 2.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include ROCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.8 miles) and GM Dental And Implant Centre (3.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME3 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME3 include High Halstow, Hoo, Chattenden, Lower Upnor, Cooling, Sharnal Street, Upper Upnor and Fenn Street.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around High Halstow, Medway, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.