Orthodontic practices near TN9
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of TN9, 23 practices within 10 and 99 practices within 20. The closest is Tonbridge Gentle Dental, 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonbridge Gentle DentalTonbridge | 0.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (235 reviews) |
| River Lawn Dental & Implant Centre - TonbridgeTonbridge | 0.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 0.3 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (100 reviews) |
| Stradbrook Dental & Implant ClinicTonbridge | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (465 reviews) |
| Dr WilliamsTonbridge | 0.4 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGETonbridge | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Andrew House Dental Practice TonbridgeTonbridge | 0.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (233 reviews) |
| The Dental BoxRusthall | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TN9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tonbridge, 0.1 miles north-west; the next are Rusthall (2.5 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TN9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Riverside Dental Clinic Tonbridge (5.0 from 100 reviews), 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Dental Clinic TonbridgeTonbridge | 5.0 (100 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| Andrew House Dental Practice TonbridgeTonbridge | 4.9 (233 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
| The Dental BoxRusthall | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
| Stradbrook Dental & Implant ClinicTonbridge | 4.8 (465 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TN9
The nearest practice to TN9 is Tonbridge Gentle Dental, 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 23 practices, and within 20 there are 99.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: River Lawn Dental & Implant Centre - Tonbridge (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around TN9 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 TN9 are commissioned by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic in Tonbridge, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 27 miles away.
TN9 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 22.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,307 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 38.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,881 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hillview School for Girls — 0.4 miles The Judd School — 0.5 miles Tonbridge Grammar School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 9,474 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 7 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Tonbridge Gentle Dental, Tonbridge — under a mile The Dental Box, Rusthall — 2 miles NEYO Orthodontics, Royal Tunbridge Wells — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 99 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TN11, TN10, TN1, TN15, TN13, ME18, TN14, ME19 |
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 TN9
A typical orthodontic search around TN9 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 TN9 is Tonbridge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TN9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TN9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TN9 is Tonbridge Gentle Dental, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are River Lawn Dental & Implant Centre - Tonbridge (0.2 miles) and Riverside Dental Clinic Tonbridge (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TN9?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of TN9, 23 practices within 10 miles and 99 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TN9?
The nearest practice to TN9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic in Tonbridge, about 0.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include TOTAL ORTHODONTICS TONBRIDGE (0.4 miles) and The Dental Box (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the TN9 postcode district?
Places in or next to TN9 include Tonbridge, Barden Park, Cage Green, Hilden Park, Trench Wood, Hadlow Stair, Higham Wood and Lower Haysden.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TN9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Tonbridge, Kent, 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 TN9?
Yes, patients around Tonbridge, Kent 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.