Orthodontic practices near Carlingcott
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Carlingcott, 19 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 5.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 5.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 5.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBath | 5.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 5.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 5.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Carlingcott with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 5.0 miles north-east; the next are Frome (7.9 miles south-east) and Trowbridge (10.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Frome | 4 | 7.9 miles south-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 10.2 miles east |
| Bristol | 8 | 10.2 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 11.0 miles north |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 11.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Carlingcott
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), 5.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 5.6 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Carlingcott at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,621 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 938 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 76th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Writhlington School — 2.3 miles Somerset Studio School — 2.3 miles Somervale Secondary School — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,046 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 5 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 8 miles BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, Bristol — 10 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 | 19 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 Carlingcott
From Carlingcott the nearest practice is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 5 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 19 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (10.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Carlingcott list clear aligners, the nearest 5 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 Carlingcott are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 12 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Carlingcott to Chelsea Road Dental 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 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Carlingcott
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Orthodontic treatment options in Carlingcott
Orthodontist in Carlingcott: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Carlingcott understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Carlingcott with the wider Bath and North East Somerset area.
Practice signals around Carlingcott
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Carlingcott. The nearest recorded are Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 5 miles away; Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 8 miles away; and BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, about 10 miles away.
About Carlingcott
Lower Peasedown is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Carlingcott.
Area profile for Carlingcott
Carlingcott is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Carlingcott's under-16 share sits at 16.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,621 residents in Carlingcott's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Carlingcott are Writhlington School (2.3 miles) and Somerset Studio School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Carlingcott's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 31,546 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Carlingcott among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Carlingcott is about 12 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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All Orthodontic Options in Carlingcott Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Carlingcott has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Carlingcott
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Carlingcott
Orthodontic treatment in Carlingcott is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Carlingcott
Practices serving Carlingcott differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Carlingcott sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Carlingcott's under-16 share sits at 16.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,621 residents in Carlingcott's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Carlingcott are Writhlington School (2.3 miles) and Somerset Studio School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Carlingcott's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 31,546 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Carlingcott sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Carlingcott is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 12 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Carlingcott. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Carlingcott
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Carlingcott, Bath and North East Somerset. Related nearby location pages such as Lower Peasedown, Tunley, Wicklane, Withyditch, Ashgrove, and Peasedown Saint John can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Carlingcott
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Carlingcott often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Carlingcott?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Carlingcott is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 5.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Aquae Sulis Dental (5.0 miles) and The Dental Implant Clinic (5.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Carlingcott?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Carlingcott, 19 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Carlingcott?
The nearest practice to Carlingcott that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 5.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (5.4 miles) and Circus Dental (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Carlingcott, Bath and North East 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 Carlingcott, Bath and North East 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.