Orthodontic practices near Duddlestone
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Duddlestone, 8 practices within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Orthoworld in Taunton, 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OrthoworldTaunton | 2.3 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 2.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 2.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 2.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 2.7 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 5.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Duddlestone with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Taunton, 2.3 miles north; the next are Henlade (2.6 miles north) and Langford Budville (5.9 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton | 5 | 2.3 miles north |
| Henlade | 1 | 2.6 miles north |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 5.9 miles west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 9.3 miles north-east |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 14.5 miles south-east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 19.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Duddlestone
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), 2.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 2.7 miles north |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 5.9 miles west |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 10.9 miles north |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 2.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Duddlestone 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 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,290 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 22.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 44 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% 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 | 6.6% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop Fox's School — 1.8 miles The Castle School — 2.8 miles Monkton Wood Academy — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,330 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 | Orthoworld, Taunton — 2 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 3 miles Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Whyman House Dental Practise — 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 Duddlestone
Duddlestone is 2.3 miles from Orthoworld in Taunton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 15.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (25.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Duddlestone 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 Duddlestone are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Duddlestone
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Orthodontist in Duddlestone: People weighing up braces or aligners in Duddlestone can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Duddlestone itself or elsewhere in Somerset.
What official data says about Duddlestone
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Duddlestone sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Duddlestone's under-16 share sits at 14.1%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 2,290 residents in Duddlestone's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. Duddlestone has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Duddlestone are served by secondary schools including Bishop Fox's School (1.8 miles) and The Castle School (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Duddlestone's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Duddlestone is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Duddlestone is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
Where Duddlestone sits locally
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Orchard Portman, the closest linked location.
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If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Corfe, Kibbear, Orchard Portman, Dowslands, Netherclay, and Poundisford.
Useful local orthodontic context for Duddlestone
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Duddlestone itself. The nearest recorded are Orthoworld in Taunton, about 2 miles away; Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 3 miles away; and Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 6 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Duddlestone
The orthodontic landscape in Duddlestone offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Duddlestone — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Duddlestone itself; the nearest dentist, Whyman House Dental Practise, is about 2 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Duddlestone sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 14.1% of Duddlestone's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 2,290 residents in Duddlestone's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Duddlestone is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Duddlestone attend schools such as Bishop Fox's School (1.8 miles) and The Castle School (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Duddlestone's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Duddlestone close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Duddlestone is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Duddlestone itself. The nearest recorded are Orthoworld in Taunton, about 2 miles away; Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 3 miles away; and Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 6 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
The Orthodontic Journey in Duddlestone
Starting orthodontic treatment in Duddlestone can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Duddlestone
There's no orthodontist on record in Duddlestone itself; the nearest dentist, Whyman House Dental Practise, is about 2 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. ONS classifies Duddlestone as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Duddlestone falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 2,290 residents in Duddlestone's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. Duddlestone has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Duddlestone attend schools such as Bishop Fox's School (1.8 miles) and The Castle School (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Duddlestone's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Duddlestone sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Duddlestone is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Duddlestone. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Duddlestone
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Frequently Asked Questions in Duddlestone
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Duddlestone often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Duddlestone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Duddlestone is Orthoworld in Taunton, about 2.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (2.5 miles) and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Duddlestone?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Duddlestone, 8 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Duddlestone?
The nearest practice to Duddlestone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 2.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (2.7 miles) and Wellington Dental Practice (5.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Duddlestone, Somerset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Duddlestone, Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.