Orthodontic practices near Farrington Gurney
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Farrington Gurney; 18 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 8.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 8.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 8.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 8.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 8.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 8.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 8.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBath | 8.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Farrington Gurney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 8.2 miles south-west; the next are Bath (8.4 miles north-east) and Frome (10.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 8.2 miles south-west |
| Bath | 15 | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Frome | 4 | 10.2 miles south-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 10.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Farrington Gurney
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), 8.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 11.2 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 9.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Farrington Gurney at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 901 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,746 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 26.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 238 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 138th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Somervale Secondary School — 2.2 miles Norton Hill Academy — 2.6 miles Writhlington School — 4.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,538 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 8 miles The Dental Implant Clinic, Bath — 8 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 55 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 Farrington Gurney
From Farrington Gurney the nearest practice is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 8.2 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 18 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Bristol Dental Practice (10.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Farrington Gurney list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Farrington Gurney are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 8.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Farrington Gurney to Rock House Dental Practice is roughly 20 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 210 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Farrington Gurney
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Explore braces and aligners in Farrington Gurney
Orthodontist in Farrington Gurney: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Farrington Gurney, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Bath and North East Somerset. Farrington Gurney — a small village with a population of around 901 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice signals around Farrington Gurney
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Farrington Gurney itself. The nearest we do hold are Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 8 miles away; The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, about 8 miles away; and Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 10 miles away.
What official data says about Farrington Gurney
Farrington Gurney — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 17.1% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Farrington Gurney, 6.2% of the 1,746 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Farrington Gurney; the nearest is about 8 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Farrington Gurney are served by secondary schools including Somervale Secondary School (2.2 miles) and Norton Hill Academy (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Farrington Gurney's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 31,546 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Farrington Gurney among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Farrington Gurney is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Farrington Gurney in numbers
Farrington Gurney has a population of around 901, making it a small village within Bath and North East Somerset. Just around 1 km north-east, Hallatrow is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Farrington Gurney
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Farrington Gurney helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Farrington Gurney
Orthodontic practices in and around Farrington Gurney vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Farrington Gurney is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Farrington Gurney falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. 17.1% of Farrington Gurney's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,746 residents in the neighbourhood around Farrington Gurney, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. Farrington Gurney has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Farrington Gurney are Somervale Secondary School (2.2 miles) and Norton Hill Academy (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Farrington Gurney's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 31,546 pupils, according to DfE figures. Farrington Gurney falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Farrington Gurney is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Farrington Gurney
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Farrington Gurney has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Farrington Gurney
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Farrington Gurney — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Farrington Gurney. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Farrington Gurney
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Farrington Gurney, Bath and North East Somerset within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Hallatrow, Ston Easton, Temple Cloud, High Littleton, Paulton, and Clutton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Farrington Gurney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Farrington Gurney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Farrington Gurney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Farrington Gurney is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 8.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Somerset Orthodontist (8.3 miles) and The Dental Implant Clinic (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Farrington Gurney?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Farrington Gurney, 18 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 8.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Farrington Gurney?
The nearest practice to Farrington Gurney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 8.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (8.4 miles) and Chelsea Road Dental (8.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Farrington Gurney, Bath and North East Somerset?
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 Farrington Gurney, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.