Orthodontic practices near Dodhill
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Dodhill, 11 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, 2.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 2.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 2.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 2.7 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 6.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dodhill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Taunton, 2.3 miles south; the next are Henlade (3.3 miles south-east) and Bridgwater (6.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton | 5 | 2.3 miles south |
| Henlade | 1 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 6.7 miles south-west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 18.2 miles south-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 21.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dodhill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton (4.9 from 247 reviews), 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 6.7 miles south-west |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dodhill 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,465 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 80 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Somerset | 135th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.3 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pyrland School — 1.2 miles The Castle School — 2.3 miles Monkton Wood Academy — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,474 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 | Confident Orthodontics, Taunton — 2 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 3 miles Quantock View Dental Centre, Bridgwater — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 12 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Kilkenny House Dental Practice — 2 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 Dodhill
The nearest practice to Dodhill is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Dodhill list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dodhill are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dodhill
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Dodhill, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Somerset and the surrounding area.
Local snapshot of Dodhill
Nailsbourne is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Dodhill.
Local orthodontic signals in Dodhill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dodhill itself. The nearest recorded are Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 2 miles away; Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 3 miles away; and Quantock View Dental Centre in Bridgwater, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Dodhill
ONS classifies Dodhill as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dodhill. Census figures show 17.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,465 residents in the neighbourhood around Dodhill, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Dodhill has more choice than 64% of towns in England. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Dodhill are served by secondary schools including Pyrland School (1.2 miles) and The Castle School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Dodhill's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Dodhill's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dodhill is about 32 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Dodhill
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Dodhill
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Areas We Cover Around Dodhill
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dodhill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dodhill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dodhill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dodhill is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 2.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (2.5 miles) and Musgrove Park Hospital (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dodhill?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Dodhill, 11 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dodhill?
The nearest practice to Dodhill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (3.3 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (6.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dodhill, Somerset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dodhill, Somerset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.