Orthodontic practices near Crickham
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crickham; 6 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 9.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 9.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 10.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 10.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 10.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crickham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.3 miles east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (9.8 miles north-west) and Bridgwater (10.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.3 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 10.9 miles south-west |
| Bristol | 16 | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 18.1 miles north |
| Taunton | 1 | 19.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crickham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 17.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crickham 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,572 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% 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 | 14.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 580th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School — 1.8 miles The Kings of Wessex Academy — 2.7 miles Fairlands Middle School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,638 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 | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 7 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 10 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 11 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 | 6 within 10 miles, 32 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 Crickham
From Crickham the nearest practice is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Weston Orthodontic Centre (10 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (17.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Crickham list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crickham are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 18 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crickham to Somerset Orthodontist 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 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crickham
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Orthodontist in Crickham: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Crickham. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Somerset.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
For a broader view, related location pages cover Cocklake, Wedmore, Clewer, Middle Stoughton, Stoughton Cross, and Brinscombe as well as this one.
Local treatment availability around Crickham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Crickham itself. The closest on record are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7 miles away; Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 10 miles away; and East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 11 miles away.
Crickham in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Cocklake, under 1 km to the north.
What official data says about Crickham
Crickham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Crickham's under-16 share sits at 16.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Crickham, 7.9% of the 1,572 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crickham; the nearest is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Crickham are Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School (1.8 miles) and The Kings of Wessex Academy (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Crickham's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Crickham among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Crickham is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Crickham
The orthodontic landscape in Crickham offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Crickham
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Crickham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Crickham
Orthodontic treatment in Crickham is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crickham
Provision in Crickham varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Crickham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 1,572 residents in Crickham's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crickham; the nearest is about 7 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Crickham are Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School (1.8 miles) and The Kings of Wessex Academy (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Crickham's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Crickham among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Crickham is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crickham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crickham
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Crickham, Somerset within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Cocklake, Wedmore, Clewer, Middle Stoughton, Stoughton Cross, and Brinscombe may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Crickham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crickham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crickham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crickham is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (7.3 miles) and Priory Dental (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crickham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crickham, 6 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crickham?
The nearest practice to Crickham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.3 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crickham, Somerset?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crickham, Somerset?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.