Orthodontic practices near Lyme Regis
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Lyme Regis; 5 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 12.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 12.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 18.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 19.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 19.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 19.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 20.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 20.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 20.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lyme Regis with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 12.2 miles north-east; the next are Budleigh Salterton (18.1 miles west) and Yeovil (19.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 12.2 miles north-east |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 18.1 miles west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 19.4 miles north-east |
| Henlade | 1 | 20.6 miles north |
| Taunton | 5 | 20.7 miles north |
| Dorchester | 2 | 21.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lyme Regis
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton (4.9 from 204 reviews), 18.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 4.9 (204 reviews) | 18.1 miles west |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 12.2 miles north-east |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 19.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lyme Regis 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 4,712 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,153 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 616 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 439th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Woodroffe School — 0.8 miles Axe Valley Academy — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 886 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 | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 12 miles Ashbury Dental Care, Budleigh Salterton — 18 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 19 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 6 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 Lyme Regis
From Lyme Regis the nearest practice is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 12.2 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (20.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (24.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Lyme Regis list clear aligners, the nearest 18.1 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 Lyme Regis are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 20.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Lyme Regis to Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 320 to 630 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £285 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 16.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lyme Regis
Dorset12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Lyme Regis
Orthodontist in Lyme Regis: People weighing up braces or aligners in Lyme Regis can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Dorset. Lyme Regis — a small town with a population of around 4,712 — is covered on this page specifically.
Lyme Regis at a glance
Around 4,712 people live in Lyme Regis, which is a small town within Dorset. The nearest other location we cover is Cobb, around 1 km to the south-west.
Practice signals around Lyme Regis
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Lyme Regis itself. The nearest recorded are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 12 miles away; Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, about 18 miles away; and Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 19 miles away.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Cobb, Catherston Leweston, Charmouth, Uplyme, Harcombe Bottom, and Wootton Fitzpaine if you are weighing up more than one location.
What official data says about Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis's ONS geography type is larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.1% of Lyme Regis's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,153 residents in the neighbourhood around Lyme Regis, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Dorset. Lyme Regis has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. 16.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Lyme Regis attend schools such as The Woodroffe School (0.8 miles) and Axe Valley Academy (4.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Lyme Regis's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Lyme Regis close to the England median.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Lyme Regis
Many people in Lyme Regis delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Lyme Regis — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Lyme Regis
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Lyme Regis 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Lyme Regis offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lyme Regis. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lyme Regis
These local links are here for anyone comparing Lyme Regis, Dorset against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Cobb, Catherston Leweston, Charmouth, Uplyme, Harcombe Bottom, and Wootton Fitzpaine.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lyme Regis
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lyme Regis often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lyme Regis?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lyme Regis is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 12.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Ashbury Dental Care (18.1 miles) and Yeovil Dental Access Centre (19.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lyme Regis?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Lyme Regis, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Crewkerne, 12.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lyme Regis?
The nearest practice to Lyme Regis that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 20.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (20.7 miles) and Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (21.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lyme Regis, Dorset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lyme Regis, Dorset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.