Orthodontic practices near ME4
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of ME4, 33 practices within 10 and 134 practices within 20. The closest is Ashley Lupin and Associates in Chatham, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 0.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 0.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 0.6 miles east | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (617 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 0.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 1.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 1.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, Rochester in Chatham (4.9 from 617 reviews), 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smileology - Thorndike Dental and Implant Centre, RochesterChatham | 4.9 (617 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Leverstock Green Dental Practice (Oradent group)Chatham | 4.8 (145 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 1.0 miles east |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 4.6 (764 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME4
The nearest practice to ME4 is Ashley Lupin and Associates in Chatham, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 33 practices, and within 20 there are 134.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around ME4 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 ME4 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ashley Lupin and Associates in Chatham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 27 miles away.
ME4 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 23.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.6% aged 16 to 24 and 42.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 40.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,467 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brompton Academy — 0.5 miles Fort Pitt Grammar School — 0.6 miles St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 18,992 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 13 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ashley Lupin and Associates, Chatham — under a mile David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 1 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 134 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME7, ME5, ME1, ME2, ME3, ME8, ME14, ME20 |
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 ME4
Most ME4 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 ME4 is Chatham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME4 is Ashley Lupin and Associates in Chatham, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Luton Arches Dental (0.3 miles) and Medway Maritime Hospital (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME4?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of ME4, 33 practices within 10 miles and 134 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME4?
The nearest practice to ME4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ashley Lupin and Associates in Chatham, about 0.3 miles to the west.
Which places are in or near the ME4 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME4 include Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, Lower Upnor, Troy Town, Upper Upnor, former Roman catholic diocese of Rochester and Wainscott.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME4 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Chatham, Medway, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near ME4 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.