Orthodontic practices near Barrows
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Barrows; 7 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 9.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 9.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 9.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 13.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Barrows with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.6 miles south-east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (8.5 miles north-west) and Bridgwater (13.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 8.5 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 13.8 miles south-west |
| Bristol | 17 | 14.3 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 15.1 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 17.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barrows
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 14.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Barrows at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,603 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 25.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,331 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 618th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Kings of Wessex Academy — 0.4 miles Fairlands Middle School — 0.5 miles Churchill Academy & Sixth Form — 4.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,448 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 8 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 8 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 49 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Barrows
From Barrows the nearest practice is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Weston Orthodontic Centre (9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (14.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Barrows list clear aligners, the nearest 7.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Barrows are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Barrows to Somerset Orthodontist is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 19.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Barrows
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Orthodontist in Barrows: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Barrows? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Barrows or another part of Somerset.
Barrows in context
Officially, Barrows is categorised as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Barrows sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.6% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,603 residents in the neighbourhood around Barrows, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. People in Barrows usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Barrows are The Kings of Wessex Academy (0.4 miles) and Fairlands Middle School (0.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Barrows's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Barrows is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Barrows is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Barrows
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Barrows. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 8 miles away; Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8 miles away; and East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 14 miles away.
Barrows at a glance
Cheddar is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Barrows.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including Cheddar, Hamfield, Hillfield, Lippiatt, Bradley Cross, and Tynings Farm can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
The Orthodontic Journey in Barrows
Many people in Barrows delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Barrows
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Barrows — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Barrows — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Barrows's under-16 share sits at 14.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,603 residents in the neighbourhood around Barrows, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Barrows; the nearest is about 8 miles away. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Barrows attend schools such as The Kings of Wessex Academy (0.4 miles) and Fairlands Middle School (0.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Barrows's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Barrows's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Barrows is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Barrows Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Barrows has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Barrows offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Barrows. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Barrows
This section helps connect Barrows, Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can also browse nearby location pages including Cheddar, Hamfield, Hillfield, Lippiatt, Bradley Cross, and Tynings Farm.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Barrows
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Barrows often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barrows?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barrows is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (7.6 miles) and Priory Dental (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Barrows?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Barrows, 7 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barrows?
The nearest practice to Barrows that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.6 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (9.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barrows, Somerset?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Barrows, Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.