Orthodontic practices near Ford Street
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Ford Street, 7 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 1.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 5.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 5.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 5.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 6.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 13.1 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 Ford Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Langford Budville, 1.8 miles north-west; the next are Taunton (5.0 miles north-east) and Henlade (6.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Langford Budville | 1 | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Taunton | 5 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Henlade | 1 | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 18.5 miles east |
| Exeter | 12 | 21.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ford Street
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), 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 5.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ford Street 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,180 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Somerset | 100th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.8 miles away, closer than 71% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Court Fields School — 1.9 miles The Castle School — 5.3 miles Bishop Fox's School — 5.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 861 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 | Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 2 miles Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton — 5 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 12 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 Ford Street
Ford Street is 1.8 miles from Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (21.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Ford Street list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ford Street are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ford Street
Somerset12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Ford Street
Orthodontist in Ford Street: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Ford Street. It is relevant to searches focused on both Ford Street and the wider Somerset area.
Compare nearby areas
You can also compare treatment pages for Chelston, Garlandhayes, Hawkaller, Simonsburrow, Ruggin, and Clayhidon if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local orthodontic signals in Ford Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ford Street itself. The nearest we do hold are Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 2 miles away; Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, about 5 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 7 miles away.
What official data says about Ford Street
Ford Street is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. With just 11.2% of residents under 16, Ford Street skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 2,180 residents in the neighbourhood around Ford Street, 4.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Ford Street are served by secondary schools including Court Fields School (1.9 miles) and The Castle School (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Ford Street's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Ford Street close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ford Street is about 38 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Ford Street in numbers
Ruggin is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km east of Ford Street.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ford Street
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Ford Street can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ford Street
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Ford Street — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ford Street
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ford Street helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ford Street
Practices serving Ford Street differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Ford Street is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Ford Street sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Ford Street's under-16 share, 11.2%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Ford Street, 4.9% of the 2,180 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Ford Street are served by secondary schools including Court Fields School (1.9 miles) and The Castle School (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Ford Street's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Ford Street is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Ford Street is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 38 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 Ford Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ford Street
If Ford Street, Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Chelston, Garlandhayes, Hawkaller, Simonsburrow, Ruggin, and Clayhidon may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Ford Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ford Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ford Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ford Street is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 1.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Musgrove Park Hospital (5.0 miles) and Orthoworld (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ford Street?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Ford Street, 7 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ford Street?
The nearest practice to Ford Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 1.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (6.8 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (7.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ford Street, 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 Ford Street, Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.