Orthodontic practices near Cruxton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Cruxton; 2 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, 6.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 6.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 6.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 11.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 11.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| DK Dental PracticeWeymouth | 12.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (43 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 12.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 12.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 12.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cruxton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dorchester, 6.4 miles south-east; the next are Weymouth (11.4 miles south-east) and Yeovil (12.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 2 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Weymouth | 3 | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 12.5 miles north |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 12.9 miles north-west |
| Poole | 8 | 24.2 miles east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 25.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cruxton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 6.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 6.5 miles south-east |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.7 (101 reviews) | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 12.9 miles north-west |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.5 (188 reviews) | 11.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cruxton 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,149 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 35 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 198th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| 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 | Orthodontic Department, Dorchester — 6 miles Carlton Dental Practice, Weymouth — 11 miles Smile Dental Laboratory, Yeovil — 12 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 9 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 Cruxton
The nearest practice to Cruxton is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, 6.4 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. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (25.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (25.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Cruxton list clear aligners, the nearest 6.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cruxton are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 6.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Cruxton to Orthodontic Department 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 170 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cruxton
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Orthodontist in Cruxton: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Cruxton. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Dorset.
Useful local orthodontic context for Cruxton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cruxton. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, about 6 miles away; Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 11 miles away; and Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, about 12 miles away.
Facts about Cruxton
Just under 1 km west, Frome Vauchurch is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Cruxton
By ONS classification, Cruxton falls under larger rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Cruxton falls under NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,149 residents in the neighbourhood around Cruxton, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Dorset. Cruxton has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 16.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Cruxton's Local Authority area covers 179 schools and 51,332 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Cruxton is roughly mid-table for England.
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Cruxton
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Cruxton
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cruxton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cruxton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cruxton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cruxton is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, about 6.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (6.5 miles) and Carlton Dental Practice (11.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cruxton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cruxton, 2 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dorchester, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cruxton?
The nearest practice to Cruxton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 6.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (25.2 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (25.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cruxton, Dorset?
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 Cruxton, Dorset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.