Orthodontic practices near Buckland Down
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Buckland Down, 20 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 4.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 4.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 7.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 7.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 7.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 8.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Buckland Down with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 4.3 miles south-east; the next are Bath (7.9 miles north) and Trowbridge (9.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Bath | 15 | 7.9 miles north |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 9.2 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 11.6 miles west |
| Bristol | 5 | 14.0 miles north |
| Corsham | 1 | 14.4 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 Buckland Down
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), 7.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 7.9 miles north |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 7.9 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 8.2 miles north |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 15.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Buckland Down 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,215 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 49 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Somerset | 321st closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Writhlington School — 1.8 miles Somerset Studio School — 1.8 miles Norton Hill Academy — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,046 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 | Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 4 miles Bath Spa Dentistry, Bath — 8 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 57 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 Buckland Down
Buckland Down is 4.3 miles from Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (9.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Buckland Down list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 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 Buckland Down are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 4.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Buckland Down
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Orthodontist in Buckland Down: This page was put together for people in Buckland Down who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Somerset.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Faulkland, Green Parlour, Hardington, Mells, Vobster, and Writhlington if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
The local picture in Buckland Down
Buckland Down — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 14.8% of Buckland Down's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Buckland Down, 6.1% of the 2,215 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Buckland Down has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Buckland Down are Writhlington School (1.8 miles) and Somerset Studio School (1.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Buckland Down's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Buckland Down is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Buckland Down is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
What we know about practices near Buckland Down
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Buckland Down itself. The nearest we do hold are Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 4 miles away; Bath Spa Dentistry, about 8 miles away; and Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 9 miles away.
Facts about Buckland Down
The nearest other location we cover is Hardington, around 2 km to the east.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Buckland Down
Many people in Buckland Down delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Buckland Down follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Buckland Down
Patients in Buckland Down have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Buckland Down
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Buckland Down. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Buckland Down
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Buckland Down, Somerset. If you're still deciding, related pages for Faulkland, Green Parlour, Hardington, Mells, Vobster, and Writhlington may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Buckland Down
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Buckland Down often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Buckland Down?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Buckland Down is Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Grants House Dentistry (4.4 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Buckland Down?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Buckland Down, 20 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Buckland Down?
The nearest practice to Buckland Down that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 4.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Chelsea Road Dental (8.0 miles) and Circus Dental (8.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Buckland Down, Somerset?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Buckland Down, Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.