Orthodontic practices near Binegar
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Binegar; 7 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 5.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 5.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 9.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 9.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 9.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 10.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 11.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Binegar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 5.2 miles south-west; the next are Frome (9.6 miles east) and Bath (11.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Frome | 4 | 9.6 miles east |
| Bath | 15 | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 14.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Binegar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 11.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 15.2 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 12.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Binegar 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,426 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 78 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 388th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitstone — 3.5 miles Somervale Secondary School — 3.8 miles Norton Hill Academy — 3.8 miles |
| 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 | Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 5 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 10 miles Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 50 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 Binegar
From Binegar the nearest practice is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 5.2 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 50.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Bristol Dental Practice (14.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (15.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Binegar list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Binegar are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 5.3 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 Binegar to Rock House Dental Practice is roughly 10 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 140 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Binegar
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Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Gurney Slade, Ashwick, Emborough, Oakhill, Benter, and Upper Benter can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
The local picture in Binegar
Binegar — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 15.4% of Binegar's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Binegar, 6.7% of the 2,426 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Binegar has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Binegar are served by secondary schools including Whitstone (3.5 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (3.8 miles). There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Binegar's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Binegar sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Binegar is about 15 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Where Binegar sits locally
Gurney Slade is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Binegar.
Practice data for Binegar
There is no orthodontist on our records in Binegar itself. The nearest we do hold are Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 5 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 10 miles away; and Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 12 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Binegar
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Binegar
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Binegar
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Binegar follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
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Areas We Cover Around Binegar
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Frequently Asked Questions in Binegar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Binegar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Binegar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Binegar is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 5.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Somerset Orthodontist (5.3 miles) and Priory Dental (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Binegar?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Binegar, 7 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 5.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Binegar?
The nearest practice to Binegar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 5.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (5.3 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (9.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Binegar, Somerset?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Binegar, Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.