Braces in Crickham at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of 1,572 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School — 1.8 miles The Kings of Wessex Academy — 2.7 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 7.3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 7.3 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 18 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way, to Somerset Orthodontist |
| Access within Somerset | 580th closest to a practice of 854 places in the county; the county median is 5.6 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces 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. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Somerset Orthodontist, 7.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| 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) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 17.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 17.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 17.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crickham with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Mendip, 7.3 miles east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (10.0 miles north-west) and Bristol (17.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 1 | 7.3 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 2 | 10.0 miles north-west |
| Bristol | 13 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Jaw-related problems are among the more complex conditions treated by specialists in Crickham. They span TMJ pain through to skeletal discrepancies that may need jaw surgery. Early specialist assessment is always the right starting point.
Jaw Treatment in Crickham — Local Context
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. 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. Crickham has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 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. Crickham's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (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. See local practice availability in Crickham → They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
As a guide, private orthodontic treatment for jaw-related conditions (standard course) in Crickham usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Orthognathic surgery cases involve additional NHS or private surgical fees on top of orthodontic treatment costs. The referral pathway for jaw surgery begins with your dentist or orthodontist.
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
Orthognathic surgery repositions one or both jaws to correct skeletal discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot address. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) under general anaesthetic, it is combined with 12-18 months of orthodontic treatment before and after the surgical procedure.
The referral pathway from Crickham begins with your dentist or orthodontist, who refers to an NHS OMFS or a combined orthodontic-surgical clinic. NHS funding covers surgery where there is a clear functional need. Recovery takes several weeks, but for patients with significant jaw discrepancies the outcomes — in both function and appearance — cannot be achieved any other way.
Near Crickham: the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics: Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip (7.3 miles), one of 19 within 20 miles; a specialist orthodontist: Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip (7.3 miles), one of 10 within 20 miles; the nearest university dental hospital, where complex referrals are often seen: Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol (17.7 miles).
Skeletal Jaw Discrepancies
Skeletal underbite (Class III) is where the lower jaw has grown larger or more forward than the upper one. Mild versions can sometimes be managed with camouflage orthodontics alone; moderate to severe cases, especially in adults, need orthognathic surgery to reposition one or both jaws.
Skeletal overbite / retrognathism is the reverse — the lower jaw sits noticeably smaller or further back than the upper one. In children, a functional appliance can guide jaw growth to correct it; in adults with a severe case, jaw surgery is sometimes the only route.
Facial asymmetry from uneven jaw growth causes a chin point off-centre and mismatched midlines. Mild asymmetry is common; significant asymmetry affecting function may require surgical correction.
Skeletal open bite — front teeth that don't meet due to vertical jaw growth patterns. Often requires surgical correction in adults when severe.
Near Crickham: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip (7.3 miles), one of 10 within 20 miles; treating children, where growth can still be guided: Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip (7.3 miles), one of 3 within 20 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions — Jaw Problems in Crickham
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.
Where can I get braces near Crickham?
The nearest practice to Crickham that mentions fixed braces is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Weston Orthodontic Centre (10.0 miles) and Twenty 2 Dental (10.2 miles).
Is Crickham well served by schools?
There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Crickham's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
How many families live in Crickham?
16.1% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Is Crickham rural or urban?
ONS classifies Crickham as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
What towns are near Crickham?
Latcham, Cocklake, Brinscombe are within easy reach of Crickham.
Can an underbite be treated in Crickham?
Mild dental underbites can often be corrected with fixed braces or aligners. Moderate to severe skeletal underbites require orthognathic jaw surgery combined with orthodontics. An orthodontist assessment confirms which approach applies to your case.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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