Orthodontic practices near ME7
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of ME7, 32 practices within 10 and 119 practices within 20. The closest is Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 0.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 0.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 0.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 0.9 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (764 reviews) |
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 1.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (511 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 ME7
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), 1.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smil Dental ClinicChatham | 5.0 (511 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 4.8 (959 reviews) | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 0.4 miles north |
| Ashley Lupin and AssociatesChatham | 4.6 (764 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME7
The nearest practice to ME7 is Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, 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 32 practices, and within 20 there are 119.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around ME7 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 ME7 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants in Chatham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 28 miles away.
ME7 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 | 22.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,342 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,102 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Robert Napier School — 0.3 miles Chatham Grammar — 0.5 miles Brompton Academy — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 20,774 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — under a mile David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 2 miles Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 119 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME4, ME5, ME8, ME3, ME1, ME2, ME14, ME16 |
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 ME7 area
People searching from ME7 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 ME7 is Gillingham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME7 is Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (0.3 miles) and Franklin House Dental Practice (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME7?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of ME7, 32 practices within 10 miles and 119 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME7?
The nearest practice to ME7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants in Chatham, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Ashley Lupin and Associates (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME7 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME7 include Gillingham, Capstone, Chatham, Twydall, Lower Twydall, Lower Upnor, Hoo and Upper Upnor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME7 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Gillingham, Medway, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near ME7?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.