Orthodontic practices near Charmouth
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Charmouth; 6 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 11.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 11.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 18.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 18.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 18.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 19.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 20.0 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 20.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 20.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Charmouth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 11.0 miles north-east; the next are Yeovil (18.0 miles north-east) and Budleigh Salterton (19.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 11.0 miles north-east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 18.0 miles north-east |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 19.6 miles west |
| Dorchester | 2 | 20.0 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 20.3 miles north |
| Taunton | 5 | 20.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Charmouth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton (4.9 from 204 reviews), 19.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 4.9 (204 reviews) | 19.6 miles west |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-east |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 18.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Charmouth 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 1,352 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,690 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 15.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 98 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 406th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Woodroffe School — 2.2 miles Axe Valley Academy — 5.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 886 pupils (DfE) |
| 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 | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 11 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 18 miles Ashbury Dental Care, Budleigh Salterton — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 6 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 8 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 Charmouth
The nearest practice to Charmouth is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 11 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 6 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (20.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (25.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Charmouth list clear aligners, the nearest 18.1 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 Charmouth are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 20.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Charmouth to Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental is roughly 25 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 290 to 570 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £255 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Charmouth
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Orthodontist in Charmouth: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Charmouth understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Charmouth itself or elsewhere in Dorset. Charmouth — a small village with a population of around 1,352 — is covered on this page specifically.
Useful local orthodontic context for Charmouth
There is no orthodontist on our records in Charmouth itself. The closest on record are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 11 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 18 miles away; and Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, about 20 miles away.
Where Charmouth sits locally
Around 1,352 people live in Charmouth, which is a small village within Dorset. The nearest other location we cover is Catherston Leweston, under 1 km to the north.
The local picture in Charmouth
Charmouth — larger rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Charmouth has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.4% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,690 residents in Charmouth's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Dorset. Charmouth has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 11 miles away. Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Charmouth attend schools such as The Woodroffe School (2.2 miles) and Axe Valley Academy (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Charmouth's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Charmouth falls in a less deprived area than most of England.
More local pages to browse
Pages for Catherston Leweston, Wootton Fitzpaine, Lyme Regis, Fishpond Bottom, Cobb, and Whitchurch Canonicorum follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Charmouth
Orthodontic treatment in Charmouth is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Charmouth
Treatment in Charmouth runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Charmouth
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Charmouth can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Charmouth
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 Charmouth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Charmouth
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Charmouth, Dorset within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Catherston Leweston, Wootton Fitzpaine, Lyme Regis, Fishpond Bottom, Cobb, and Whitchurch Canonicorum.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Charmouth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Charmouth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Charmouth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Charmouth is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 11.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (18.0 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (18.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Charmouth?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Charmouth, 0 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Crewkerne, 11.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Charmouth?
The nearest practice to Charmouth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 20.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (20.3 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (20.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Charmouth, Dorset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Charmouth, Dorset?
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.