Orthodontic practices near Bincombe
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Bincombe, 5 practices within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 2.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 3.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| DK Dental PracticeWeymouth | 3.6 miles south | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (43 reviews) |
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 19.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 20.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 20.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bincombe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weymouth, 2.9 miles south; the next are Dorchester (3.6 miles north) and Poole (19.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weymouth | 3 | 2.9 miles south |
| Dorchester | 2 | 3.6 miles north |
| Poole | 8 | 19.2 miles east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 20.9 miles east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 21.2 miles east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 21.4 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 Bincombe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 3.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 3.6 miles north |
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 19.2 miles east |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.7 (101 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.5 (188 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bincombe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,108 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 | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 40 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Dorset | 60th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wey Valley Academy — 1.7 miles St Osmund's Church of England Middle School — 3.2 miles Dorchester Middle School — 3.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 994 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Carlton Dental Practice, Weymouth — 3 miles Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 4 miles Hamworthy Dental Practice, Poole — 19 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 6 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 Bincombe
Bincombe is 2.9 miles from Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 6.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (20.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (20.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Bincombe list clear aligners, the nearest 3.6 miles 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 Bincombe are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 3.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bincombe
Dorset12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Bincombe
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Bincombe, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Bincombe and the wider Dorset area.
Local orthodontic signals in Bincombe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bincombe itself. The closest on record are Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 3 miles away; Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 4 miles away; and Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 19 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Littlemoor, Overcombe, Sutton Poyntz, Bowleaze, Upwey, and Winterborne Herringston.
Area profile for Bincombe
ONS classifies Bincombe as urban: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Bincombe falls under NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Bincombe's under-16 share sits at 14.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bincombe, 5.6% of the 2,108 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bincombe is better served than 60% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 16.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Bincombe are Wey Valley Academy (1.7 miles) and St Osmund's Church of England Middle School (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Bincombe's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Bincombe is roughly mid-table for England.
Where Bincombe sits locally
Just around 1 km south-west, Littlemoor is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Bincombe
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bincombe
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bincombe
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Areas We Cover Around Bincombe
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bincombe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bincombe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bincombe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bincombe is Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are The Clock Dental Practice (3.2 miles) and Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bincombe?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Bincombe, 5 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bincombe?
The nearest practice to Bincombe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 3.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dorset Dental Clinic (20.6 miles) and Dorset Dental Implants (20.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bincombe, Dorset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bincombe, Dorset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.