Orthodontic practices near Caundle Marsh
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Caundle Marsh; 3 practices within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Yeovil Hospital, 7.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 7.8 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 8.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 8.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 14.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 14.4 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 14.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 20.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 21.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Caundle Marsh with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Yeovil, 7.8 miles west; the next are Dorchester (14.3 miles south) and Crewkerne (14.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil | 3 | 7.8 miles west |
| Dorchester | 2 | 14.3 miles south |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 14.7 miles west |
| Weymouth | 3 | 20.8 miles south |
| Mendip | 3 | 21.4 miles north-west |
| Frome | 4 | 22.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Caundle Marsh
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 14.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 14.3 miles south |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 14.7 miles west |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 7.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Caundle Marsh 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,112 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.4% aged 16 to 24 and 22.4% 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 | 34 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 278th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Gryphon School — 3.6 miles |
| 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 | Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 8 miles Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 14 miles Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 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 Caundle Marsh
From Caundle Marsh the nearest practice is Yeovil Hospital, 7.8 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 6.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Octagon Dental Surgery (25 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (23.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Caundle Marsh list clear aligners, the nearest 8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Caundle Marsh are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 14.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Caundle Marsh to Yeovil Hospital is roughly 15 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 200 to 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 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 Caundle Marsh
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Orthodontist in Caundle Marsh: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Caundle Marsh often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Dorset.
The local picture in Caundle Marsh
Caundle Marsh's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Caundle Marsh falls under NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. 14.8% of Caundle Marsh's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Caundle Marsh, 6.6% of the 2,112 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Caundle Marsh usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 16.7% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Caundle Marsh attend schools such as The Gryphon School (3.6 miles). There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Caundle Marsh's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Caundle Marsh's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Caundle Marsh is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Caundle Marsh
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Caundle Marsh itself. The nearest recorded are Yeovil Hospital, about 8 miles away; Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 14 miles away; and Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 15 miles away.
Facts about Caundle Marsh
The nearest other location we cover is Bishop's Down, around 1 km to the south-west.
Continue your local research
For a broader view, related location pages cover Bishop's Down, Alweston, Folke, Goathill, Boys Hill, and Caundle Wake as well as this one.
All Orthodontic Options in Caundle Marsh Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Caundle Marsh can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Caundle Marsh offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Caundle Marsh
Starting orthodontic treatment in Caundle Marsh can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Caundle Marsh
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Caundle Marsh
Not every practice near Caundle Marsh offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Caundle Marsh sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,112 residents in the neighbourhood around Caundle Marsh, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Dorset. People in Caundle Marsh usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Caundle Marsh are served by secondary schools including The Gryphon School (3.6 miles). DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across Caundle Marsh's Local Authority. Caundle Marsh sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Caundle Marsh is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Caundle Marsh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Caundle Marsh
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Caundle Marsh, Dorset with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Bishop's Down, Alweston, Folke, Goathill, Boys Hill, and Caundle Wake.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Caundle Marsh
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Caundle Marsh often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Caundle Marsh?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Caundle Marsh is Yeovil Hospital, about 7.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Smile Dental Laboratory (8.0 miles) and Yeovil Dental Access Centre (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Caundle Marsh?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Caundle Marsh, 3 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Yeovil, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Caundle Marsh?
The nearest practice to Caundle Marsh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 14.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (21.4 miles) and Priory Dental (21.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Caundle Marsh, Dorset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Caundle Marsh, Dorset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.