Orthodontic practices near Minterne Parva
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Minterne Parva; 2 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 8.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 8.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 8.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 10.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 10.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 10.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 14.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 14.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 14.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Minterne Parva with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dorchester, 8.3 miles south; the next are Yeovil (10.4 miles north-west) and Crewkerne (14.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 2 | 8.3 miles south |
| Yeovil | 3 | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 14.2 miles west |
| Weymouth | 3 | 14.6 miles south |
| Poole | 8 | 21.7 miles east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 22.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Minterne Parva
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 8.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 8.3 miles south |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.7 (101 reviews) | 14.6 miles south |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 14.2 miles west |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.5 (188 reviews) | 14.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Minterne Parva 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,837 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 40 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 293rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| 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 — 8 miles Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 10 miles Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 9 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 Minterne Parva
The nearest practice to Minterne Parva is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 8.3 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (23.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (22.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Minterne Parva list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Minterne Parva are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 8.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Minterne Parva to Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 20 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 220 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Minterne Parva
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Orthodontist in Minterne Parva: People weighing up braces or aligners in Minterne Parva can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Minterne Parva or another part of Dorset.
Area profile for Minterne Parva
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Minterne Parva sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 14% of residents under 16, Minterne Parva skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 2,837 residents in the neighbourhood around Minterne Parva, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Dorset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Minterne Parva; the nearest is about 8 miles away. 16.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. There are 179 schools and 51,332 pupils in Minterne Parva's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Minterne Parva close to the England median.
Practice data for Minterne Parva
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Minterne Parva. The nearest recorded are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 8 miles away; Yeovil Hospital, about 10 miles away; and Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 14 miles away.
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Local snapshot of Minterne Parva
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The Orthodontic Journey in Minterne Parva
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Minterne Parva — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Minterne Parva
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How to Choose in Minterne Parva
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 Minterne Parva practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Minterne Parva. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Minterne Parva
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Minterne Parva often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Minterne Parva?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Minterne Parva is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 8.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Orthodontic Department (8.3 miles) and Yeovil Hospital (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Minterne Parva?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Minterne Parva, 2 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dorchester, 8.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Minterne Parva?
The nearest practice to Minterne Parva that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 8.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (22.3 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (23.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Minterne Parva, Dorset?
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 Minterne Parva, Dorset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.