Orthodontic practices near Kingston St Mary
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Kingston St Mary, 11 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 2.9 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 3.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 3.3 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 3.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 5.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 6.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kingston St Mary with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Taunton, 2.9 miles south; the next are Henlade (3.6 miles south-east) and Bridgwater (5.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton | 5 | 2.9 miles south |
| Henlade | 1 | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 5.6 miles north-east |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 18.3 miles south-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 20.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kingston St Mary
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), 3.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kingston St Mary 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 |
| Population | 393 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,465 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 80 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% 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 | 185th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pyrland School — 1.6 miles Monkton Wood Academy — 2.7 miles The Castle School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,474 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 | Confident Orthodontics, Taunton — 3 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 4 miles Quantock View Dental Centre, Bridgwater — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 12 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Kilkenny House Dental Practice — 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 Kingston St Mary
Kingston St Mary is 2.9 miles from Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (3.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Kingston St Mary list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Kingston St Mary are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kingston St Mary
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Orthodontist in Kingston St Mary: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Kingston St Mary, 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. Kingston St Mary — a small village with a population of around 393 — is covered on this page specifically.
Where Kingston St Mary sits locally
Around 393 people live in Kingston St Mary, which is a small village within Somerset. The nearest other location we cover is Mill Cross, under 1 km to the north.
Area profile for Kingston St Mary
Officially, Kingston St Mary is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Kingston St Mary. 17.3% of Kingston St Mary's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,465 residents in the neighbourhood around Kingston St Mary, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Kingston St Mary is better served 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 Kingston St Mary are served by secondary schools including Pyrland School (1.6 miles) and Monkton Wood Academy (2.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Kingston St Mary's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Kingston St Mary close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kingston St Mary is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 31 miles away.
Local treatment availability around Kingston St Mary
There is no orthodontist on our records in Kingston St Mary itself. The nearest we do hold are Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 3 miles away; Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 4 miles away; and Quantock View Dental Centre in Bridgwater, about 6 miles away.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Mill Cross, Nailsbourne, Dodhill, Upper Cheddon, Rowford, and Yarford if you are weighing up more than one location.
All Orthodontic Options in Kingston St Mary Explained
Patients in Kingston St Mary have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Kingston St Mary
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Kingston St Mary practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Kingston St Mary
Orthodontic treatment in Kingston St Mary is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Kingston St Mary
No orthodontic practice covers Kingston St Mary directly, though Kilkenny House Dental Practice (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Kingston St Mary sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.3% of Kingston St Mary's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Kingston St Mary, 7.8% of the 1,465 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Kingston St Mary is better served than 64% of towns in England. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Kingston St Mary are served by secondary schools including Pyrland School (1.6 miles) and Monkton Wood Academy (2.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Kingston St Mary's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Kingston St Mary close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Kingston St Mary is about 31 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kingston St Mary. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kingston St Mary
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Kingston St Mary, Somerset with surrounding locations. For a broader comparison, pages for Mill Cross, Nailsbourne, Dodhill, Upper Cheddon, Rowford, and Yarford follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kingston St Mary
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kingston St Mary often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kingston St Mary?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kingston St Mary is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (3.1 miles) and Orthoworld (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kingston St Mary?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Kingston St Mary, 11 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kingston St Mary?
The nearest practice to Kingston St Mary that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 3.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (3.6 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kingston St Mary, Somerset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Kingston St Mary, Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.