Orthodontic practices near Broadmead
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Broadmead, 4 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 4.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 7.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 7.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 7.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 12.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 12.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 13.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 13.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Broadmead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 4.6 miles south; the next are Yeovil (7.1 miles east) and Henlade (12.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 4.6 miles south |
| Yeovil | 3 | 7.1 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 12.1 miles west |
| Taunton | 5 | 12.1 miles west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 18.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Broadmead
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton (4.9 from 247 reviews), 12.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 12.1 miles west |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 18.2 miles west |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 19.1 miles north |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 19.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Broadmead 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,086 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,963 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Somerset | 340th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stanchester Academy — 3.6 miles Wadham School — 4.4 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 | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 5 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 7 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 18 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | TA13 |
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 Broadmead
The nearest practice to Broadmead is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 4.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (12.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Broadmead list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 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 Broadmead are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 12.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Broadmead
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Area profile for Broadmead
ONS classifies Broadmead as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Broadmead's under-16 share sits at 17%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,086 residents in the neighbourhood around Broadmead, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Broadmead are served by secondary schools including Stanchester Academy (3.6 miles) and Wadham School (4.4 miles). Broadmead's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Broadmead close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broadmead is about 36 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Local orthodontic signals in Broadmead
There is no orthodontist on our records in Broadmead itself. The nearest recorded are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 5 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 7 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 12 miles away.
About Broadmead
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Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for South Petherton, Moor, Over Stratton, Watergore, Yeabridge, and Compton Durville.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Broadmead
Many people in Broadmead delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Broadmead
What's available in Broadmead depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Broadmead falls under larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Broadmead. Census figures show 17% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,086 residents in the neighbourhood around Broadmead, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Broadmead are Stanchester Academy (3.6 miles) and Wadham School (4.4 miles). Broadmead's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). Broadmead sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broadmead is about 36 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Broadmead
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Broadmead has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Broadmead — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Broadmead. Classified by ONS as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, Broadmead sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17% of Broadmead's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Broadmead, 6.4% of the 2,086 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Broadmead are served by secondary schools including Stanchester Academy (3.6 miles) and Wadham School (4.4 miles). Broadmead's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Broadmead close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broadmead is about 36 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Broadmead itself. The nearest we do hold are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 5 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 7 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 12 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Broadmead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Broadmead
This part of the page places Broadmead, Somerset in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for South Petherton, Moor, Over Stratton, Watergore, Yeabridge, and Compton Durville follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Broadmead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Broadmead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broadmead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broadmead is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 4.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (7.1 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broadmead?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Broadmead, 4 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Broadmead?
The nearest practice to Broadmead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 12.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (12.1 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (13.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Broadmead, 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 Broadmead, Somerset?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.