Orthodontic practices near Compton Durville
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Compton Durville, 4 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 4.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 7.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 8.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 8.5 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 11.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 11.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 12.7 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 12.7 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Compton Durville with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 4.8 miles south; the next are Yeovil (7.9 miles east) and Henlade (11.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 4.8 miles south |
| Yeovil | 3 | 7.9 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Taunton | 5 | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 12.9 miles north-west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 17.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Compton Durville
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), 11.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 17.4 miles west |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 19.4 miles north-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 19.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Compton Durville 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,581 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.1% aged 16 to 24 and 20.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 122 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Somerset | 354th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stanchester Academy — 4.5 miles Wadham School — 4.7 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 — 8 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 18 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Ile Dental Centre — 4 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 Compton Durville
The nearest practice to Compton Durville is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 4.8 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 (11.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Compton Durville list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Compton Durville are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 11.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Compton Durville
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Orthodontist in Compton Durville: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Compton Durville. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Compton Durville itself or elsewhere in Somerset.
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Local provider signals in Compton Durville
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Compton Durville. The nearest we do hold are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 5 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 8 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 11 miles away.
Area profile for Compton Durville
ONS classifies Compton Durville as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Compton Durville falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Compton Durville skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,581 residents in the neighbourhood around Compton Durville, 4.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Compton Durville attend schools such as Stanchester Academy (4.5 miles) and Wadham School (4.7 miles). Compton Durville's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Compton Durville sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Compton Durville is about 37 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Compton Durville in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Broadmead, around 1 km to the east.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Compton Durville
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Compton Durville can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Compton Durville
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Compton Durville — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Compton Durville
Orthodontic treatment in Compton Durville 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Compton Durville
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Compton Durville
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Compton Durville — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Compton Durville. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Compton Durville
If Compton Durville, Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can keep exploring with related pages for Broadmead, Lambrook, Shepton Beauchamp, South Petherton, Lopen, and Lopenhead.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Compton Durville
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Compton Durville often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Compton Durville?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Compton Durville is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 4.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (7.9 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (8.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Compton Durville?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Compton Durville, 4 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Compton Durville?
The nearest practice to Compton Durville that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 11.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (11.3 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (12.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Compton Durville, Somerset?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Compton Durville, Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.