Orthodontic practices near Dertfords
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Dertfords, 5 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 2.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 8.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 12.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 12.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 12.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dertfords with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 2.1 miles north-west; the next are Trowbridge (8.3 miles north) and Bath (12.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 8.3 miles north |
| Bath | 15 | 12.6 miles north |
| Corsham | 1 | 15.8 miles north |
| Mendip | 3 | 16.4 miles west |
| Chippenham | 6 | 18.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dertfords
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (5.0 from 221 reviews), 18.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 18.5 miles north |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 13.0 miles north-west |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 12.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dertfords at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,394 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 22.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 73 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Wiltshire | 51st closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Selwood Academy — 2.4 miles Frome Community College — 2.9 miles Oakfield Academy — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,956 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 2 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 8 miles Bath Orthodontics, Bath — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 30 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 Dertfords
The nearest practice to Dertfords is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (8.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Dertfords list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dertfords are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dertfords
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Orthodontist in Dertfords: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Dertfords keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Dertfords itself or elsewhere in Wiltshire.
Dertfords in context
Dertfords's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,394 residents in the neighbourhood around Dertfords, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Dertfords is better served than 56% of towns in England. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Dertfords are served by secondary schools including Selwood Academy (2.4 miles) and Frome Community College (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Dertfords's Local Authority area covers 263 schools and 74,539 pupils, according to DfE figures. Dertfords sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dertfords is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away.
Widen your local search
For a broader view, related location pages cover Lane End, Corsley Heath, Lye's Green, Elliot's Green, Longleat, and Chapel Barton as well as this one.
Practice signals around Dertfords
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dertfords itself. The closest on record are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 2 miles away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 8 miles away; and Bath Orthodontics, about 13 miles away.
Where Dertfords sits locally
Lane End is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Dertfords.
All Orthodontic Options in Dertfords Explained
Patients in Dertfords have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Dertfords
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Dertfords
Many people in Dertfords delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Dertfords follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dertfords. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dertfords
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Dertfords, Wiltshire alone. Related nearby location pages such as Lane End, Corsley Heath, Lye's Green, Elliot's Green, Longleat, and Chapel Barton can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dertfords
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dertfords often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dertfords?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dertfords is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dertfords?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Dertfords, 5 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dertfords?
The nearest practice to Dertfords that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (8.3 miles) and Circus Orthodontics (12.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dertfords, Wiltshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dertfords, Wiltshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.