Orthodontic practices near Edford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Edford; 7 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 6.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 6.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 6.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 8.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 8.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 10.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Edford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 6.5 miles east; the next are Mendip (8.1 miles west) and Bath (10.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 6.5 miles east |
| Mendip | 3 | 8.1 miles west |
| Bath | 15 | 10.6 miles north |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 12.8 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 7 | 15.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Edford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 10.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 11.1 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 15.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Edford 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,083 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 178 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 494th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norton Hill Academy — 2.8 miles Somervale Secondary School — 3.1 miles Writhlington School — 3.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,757 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 | Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 6 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 8 miles Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 11 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 46 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 Edford
From Edford the nearest practice is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (12.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (16 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Edford list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Edford are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 6.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Edford to Grants House Dentistry 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 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 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 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Edford
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Orthodontist in Edford: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Edford, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Somerset.
Edford in context
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Edford sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.3% of Edford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 2,083 residents in Edford's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. Edford has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Edford are Norton Hill Academy (2.8 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Edford's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). Edford sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Edford is about 16 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Local snapshot of Edford
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Holcombe, the closest linked location.
Practice data for Edford
There is no orthodontist on our records in Edford itself. The nearest we do hold are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 6 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 8 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 11 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Holcombe, Pitcot, Killing's Knap, Stoke St Michael, Stratton-on-the-Fosse, and Tadhill.
All Orthodontic Options in Edford Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Edford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Edford offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Edford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Edford can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Edford
Practices serving Edford differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. ONS classifies Edford as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Edford's under-16 share sits at 14.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 2,083 residents in Edford's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. People in Edford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Edford attend schools such as Norton Hill Academy (2.8 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Edford's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Edford close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Edford is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 16 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 Edford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Edford
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Edford, Somerset with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Holcombe, Pitcot, Killing's Knap, Stoke St Michael, Stratton-on-the-Fosse, and Tadhill for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Edford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Edford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Edford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Edford is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 6.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (6.6 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (6.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Edford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Edford, 7 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 6.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Edford?
The nearest practice to Edford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 6.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (8.1 miles) and Priory Dental (8.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Edford, Somerset?
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 Edford, Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.