Orthodontic practices near Loxton
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Loxton, 4 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 4.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 4.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 4.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 12.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 12.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 12.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 12.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Loxton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 4.3 miles north; the next are Bridgwater (12.1 miles south) and Mendip (12.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 4.3 miles north |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 12.1 miles south |
| Mendip | 3 | 12.6 miles south-east |
| Penarth | 2 | 15.1 miles north-west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 16.2 miles north-east |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 16.3 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 Loxton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff (5.0 from 76 reviews), 17.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-east |
| Cardiff Bay DentalCardiff | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Loxton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,465 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 21.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 126 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within North Somerset | 52nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Winterstoke Hundred Academy — 3.3 miles Broadoak Academy — 3.8 miles Hans Price Academy — 3.9 miles |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 4 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 12 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 52 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 Loxton
The nearest practice to Loxton is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 4.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (16.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Loxton list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Loxton are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Loxton
North Somerset12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Loxton
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Loxton, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Loxton with the wider North Somerset area.
Loxton in numbers
Just under 1 km east, Webbington is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The local picture in Loxton
Loxton — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Loxton's under-16 share, 12%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,465 residents in Loxton's census neighbourhood, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Loxton has more choice than 56% of towns in England. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Loxton attend schools such as Winterstoke Hundred Academy (3.3 miles) and Broadoak Academy (3.8 miles). DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Loxton's Local Authority. National deprivation data puts Loxton close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Loxton is about 17 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Nearby location pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Webbington, Christon, Edingworth, Yarberry, Compton Bishop Village, and Elborough as well as this one.
Practice signals around Loxton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Loxton. The nearest recorded are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 4 miles away; East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 12 miles away; and Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 13 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Loxton
Starting orthodontic treatment in Loxton 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Loxton
Treatment in Loxton runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Loxton Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Loxton has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. 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 Loxton
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Loxton — 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 Loxton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Loxton
These local links are here for anyone comparing Loxton, North Somerset against nearby alternatives. Other local pages worth browsing include Webbington, Christon, Edingworth, Yarberry, Compton Bishop Village, and Elborough.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Loxton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Loxton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Loxton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Loxton is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 4.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (4.3 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Loxton?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Loxton, 4 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Loxton?
The nearest practice to Loxton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 4.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include East Quay Medical Centre (12.1 miles) and Somerset Orthodontist (12.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Loxton, North 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 Loxton, North Somerset?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.