Orthodontic practices near ME8
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of ME8, 27 practices within 10 and 110 practices within 20. The closest is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, 0.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency DentistChatham | 2.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (959 reviews) |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (173 reviews) |
| Medway Maritime HospitalChatham | 2.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (1,039 reviews) |
| Gillingham Dental Healthcare PracticeChatham | 2.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (379 reviews) |
| Luton Arches DentalChatham | 3.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (85 reviews) |
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 3.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 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 ME8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Upchurch, 0.7 miles east; the next are Chatham (2.3 miles north-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ME8
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), 3.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Smile StudioChatham | 5.0 (598 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental ImplantsChatham | 4.8 (959 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Portman Smile Clinic BansteadUpchurch | 4.7 (261 reviews) | 0.7 miles east |
| Franklin House Dental PracticeChatham | 4.7 (173 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ME8
ME8 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 110.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Franklin House Dental Practice (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around ME8 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 ME8 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 30 miles away.
ME8 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,757 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,513 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 — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Rainham School for Girls — 0.2 miles The Howard School — 0.2 miles Rainham Mark Grammar School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 10,233 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 52,482 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portman Smile Clinic Banstead, Upchurch — under a mile Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist, Chatham — 2 miles David Austin Orthodontics, Rochester — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 110 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ME7, ME5, ME4, ME3, ME14, ME1, ME2, 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.
Starting your orthodontic search in ME8
A typical orthodontic search around ME8 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 ME8 is Meresborough.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ME8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ME8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ME8 is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 0.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Instant Dental Chatham | Emergency Dentist (2.3 miles) and Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ME8?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of ME8, 27 practices within 10 miles and 110 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ME8?
The nearest practice to ME8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portman Smile Clinic Banstead in Upchurch, about 0.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Nelson Road Dental & Implant Centre Gillingham Invisalign and Dental Implants (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the ME8 postcode district?
Places in or next to ME8 include Meresborough, Twydall, Lower Twydall, Kemsley Street, Moor Street, Bredhurst, Capstone and Yelsted.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ME8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Meresborough, Medway, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near ME8?
Yes, patients around Meresborough, Medway can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.