Orthodontic practices near Frome Whitfield
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Frome Whitfield, 5 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 0.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 7.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 7.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| DK Dental PracticeWeymouth | 7.7 miles south | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (43 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 17.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 17.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 18.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Frome Whitfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dorchester, 0.5 miles south; the next are Weymouth (7.0 miles south) and Yeovil (17.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 2 | 0.5 miles south |
| Weymouth | 3 | 7.0 miles south |
| Yeovil | 3 | 17.7 miles north-west |
| Poole | 8 | 18.7 miles east |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 19.2 miles north-west |
| Broadstone | 2 | 20.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Frome Whitfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 18.7 miles east |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.7 (101 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 19.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Frome Whitfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,530 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,232 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Dorset | 4th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dorchester Middle School — 0.9 miles The Thomas Hardye School — 1.0 miles St Osmund's Church of England Middle School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,587 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — under a mile Carlton Dental Practice, Weymouth — 7 miles Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 12 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | DT1 |
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 Frome Whitfield
Frome Whitfield has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dorset Dental Clinic (20.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (20 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Frome Whitfield list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Frome Whitfield are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Frome Whitfield
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Orthodontist in Frome Whitfield: This page was put together for people in Frome Whitfield who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Dorset, not just Frome Whitfield.
Where Frome Whitfield sits locally
The nearest other location we cover is Coker's Frome, under 1 km to the east.
Useful local orthodontic context for Frome Whitfield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Frome Whitfield. The nearest we do hold are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, under a mile away; Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 7 miles away; and Yeovil Hospital, about 18 miles away.
What official data says about Frome Whitfield
Frome Whitfield — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.9% of Frome Whitfield's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,530 residents in the neighbourhood around Frome Whitfield, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset. Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Frome Whitfield attend schools such as Dorchester Middle School (0.9 miles) and The Thomas Hardye School (1.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Frome Whitfield's Local Authority has 179 schools educating 51,332 pupils (DfE data). Frome Whitfield's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Coker's Frome, Dorchester, Charminster, Stinsford, Winterborne Herringston, and Poundbury if you are weighing up more than one location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Frome Whitfield
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Frome Whitfield
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Treatment Options in Frome Whitfield — Local Context
Provision in Frome Whitfield varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as urban: Further from a major town or city, Frome Whitfield sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Frome Whitfield's under-16 share, 13.9%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Frome Whitfield, 5.1% of the 1,530 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 16.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Frome Whitfield are Dorchester Middle School (0.9 miles) and The Thomas Hardye School (1.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Frome Whitfield's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Frome Whitfield falls in a less deprived area than most of England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Frome Whitfield itself. The nearest recorded are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, under a mile away; Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 7 miles away; and Yeovil Hospital, about 18 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Frome Whitfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Frome Whitfield
These local links are here for anyone comparing Frome Whitfield, Dorset against nearby alternatives. Other local pages worth browsing include Coker's Frome, Dorchester, Charminster, Stinsford, Winterborne Herringston, and Poundbury.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Frome Whitfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Frome Whitfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Frome Whitfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Frome Whitfield is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Orthodontic Department (0.6 miles) and Carlton Dental Practice (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Frome Whitfield?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Frome Whitfield, 5 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Frome Whitfield?
The nearest practice to Frome Whitfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 0.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (20.0 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (20.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Frome Whitfield, Dorset?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Frome Whitfield, Dorset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.