Orthodontic practices near Dilton Marsh
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Dilton Marsh, 5 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 4.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 4.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 4.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 5.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 10.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 11.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 11.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dilton Marsh with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 4.2 miles west; the next are Trowbridge (5.1 miles north) and Bath (10.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 4.2 miles west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 5.1 miles north |
| Bath | 15 | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 12.7 miles north |
| Chippenham | 6 | 14.8 miles north |
| Mendip | 3 | 18.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dilton Marsh
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), 15.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 15.1 miles north |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.7 miles north-west |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 11.8 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 11.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dilton Marsh 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,279 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6% aged 16 to 24 and 21.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 112 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% 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 | 196th closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Matravers School — 1.4 miles Selwood Academy — 3.9 miles Frome Community College — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 958 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 — 4 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 5 miles Bath Orthodontics, Bath — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 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 Dilton Marsh
Dilton Marsh is 4.2 miles from Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Dilton Marsh list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Dilton Marsh 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, 4.4 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 Dilton Marsh
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Dilton Marsh, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Dilton Marsh with the wider Wiltshire area.
Local treatment availability around Dilton Marsh
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dilton Marsh itself. The nearest we do hold are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 4 miles away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 5 miles away; and Bath Orthodontics, about 11 miles away.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Dodd Fell, Penleigh, Stormore, Hisomley, Short Street, and Old Dilton.
Area profile for Dilton Marsh
Officially, Dilton Marsh is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Dilton Marsh's under-16 share, 12%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 1,279 residents in Dilton Marsh's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Dilton Marsh has more choice 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 Dilton Marsh are served by secondary schools including Matravers School (1.4 miles) and Selwood Academy (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 263 schools and 74,539 pupils across Dilton Marsh's Local Authority. Dilton Marsh's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dilton Marsh is about 22 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
A quick look at Dilton Marsh
Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Dodd Fell, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Dilton Marsh
Starting orthodontic treatment in Dilton Marsh can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Dilton Marsh
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Dilton Marsh
Practices serving Dilton Marsh differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. ONS classifies Dilton Marsh as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Dilton Marsh sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Dilton Marsh has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,279 residents in the neighbourhood around Dilton Marsh, 4.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Dilton Marsh has more choice than 56% of towns in England. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Dilton Marsh attend schools such as Matravers School (1.4 miles) and Selwood Academy (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 263 schools and 74,539 pupils in Dilton Marsh's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Dilton Marsh falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dilton Marsh is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Dilton Marsh
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dilton Marsh can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Dilton Marsh — Local Context
Not every practice near Dilton Marsh offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Dilton Marsh is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dilton Marsh. Dilton Marsh has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 1,279 residents in Dilton Marsh's census neighbourhood, below the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Dilton Marsh is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Dilton Marsh are Matravers School (1.4 miles) and Selwood Academy (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Dilton Marsh's Local Authority area covers 263 schools and 74,539 pupils, according to DfE figures. Dilton Marsh falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dilton Marsh is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Dilton Marsh itself. The nearest recorded are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 4 miles away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 5 miles away; and Bath Orthodontics, about 11 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dilton Marsh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dilton Marsh
If Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Related nearby location pages such as Dodd Fell, Penleigh, Stormore, Hisomley, Short Street, and Old Dilton can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dilton Marsh
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dilton Marsh often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dilton Marsh?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dilton Marsh is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 4.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (4.4 miles) and Welshmill Dental Practice (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dilton Marsh?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Dilton Marsh, 5 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dilton Marsh?
The nearest practice to Dilton Marsh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 4.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (5.1 miles) and CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (11.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.