Orthodontic practices near Little Keyford
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Little Keyford, 5 practices within 10 and 39 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 1.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 9.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 11.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 11.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 11.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Little Keyford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 0.9 miles north-east; the next are Trowbridge (9.0 miles north-east) and Bath (11.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 9.0 miles north-east |
| Bath | 15 | 11.3 miles north |
| Mendip | 3 | 13.8 miles west |
| Corsham | 1 | 15.9 miles north |
| Bristol | 1 | 18.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Little Keyford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (5.0 from 221 reviews), 18.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 18.9 miles north-east |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.6 miles north |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 11.7 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 11.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Little Keyford 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 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,631 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,336 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Somerset | 28th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oakfield Academy — 0.8 miles Selwood Academy — 1.5 miles Frome Community College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,446 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 — under a mile Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 9 miles Bath Spa Dentistry, Bath — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 39 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 Little Keyford
The nearest practice to Little Keyford is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 39.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Little Keyford list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Little Keyford are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Little Keyford
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Orthodontist in Little Keyford: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Little Keyford keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Little Keyford or another part of Somerset.
Little Keyford in numbers
Just under 1 km north, Critchill is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Critchill, Blatchbridge, Cottle's Oak, Frome, Lower Marston, and Easthill may also help.
Practice signals around Little Keyford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Little Keyford itself. The closest on record are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, under a mile away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 9 miles away; and Bath Spa Dentistry, about 11 miles away.
Area profile for Little Keyford
By ONS classification, Little Keyford falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Little Keyford. 17.8% of Little Keyford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,631 residents in the neighbourhood around Little Keyford, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Little Keyford is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Little Keyford attend schools such as Oakfield Academy (0.8 miles) and Selwood Academy (1.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Little Keyford's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Little Keyford's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Little Keyford is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Little Keyford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Little Keyford 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Little Keyford
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Little Keyford runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Little Keyford
The orthodontic landscape in Little Keyford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Little Keyford
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 Little Keyford practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Little Keyford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Little Keyford
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Little Keyford, Somerset within a broader nearby area. If you're still deciding, related pages for Critchill, Blatchbridge, Cottle's Oak, Frome, Lower Marston, and Easthill may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Little Keyford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Little Keyford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Little Keyford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Little Keyford is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Southwest Dental Laboratory (0.9 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Little Keyford?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Little Keyford, 5 practices within 10 miles and 39 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Little Keyford?
The nearest practice to Little Keyford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (9.0 miles) and CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (11.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Little Keyford, 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 Little Keyford, Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.