Orthodontic practices near Neighbourne
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Neighbourne; 7 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 6.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 6.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 8.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 8.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 8.6 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 11.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Neighbourne with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 6.2 miles west; the next are Frome (8.3 miles east) and Bath (11.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 6.2 miles west |
| Frome | 4 | 8.3 miles east |
| Bath | 15 | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 14.7 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 7 | 15.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Neighbourne
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 11.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 12.5 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 15.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Neighbourne 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,426 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 78 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 474th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitstone — 3.2 miles Norton Hill Academy — 3.7 miles Somervale Secondary School — 3.9 miles |
| 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 | Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 6 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 8 miles Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 46 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 Neighbourne
From Neighbourne the nearest practice is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, 6.2 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. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (14.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (16.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Neighbourne list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 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 Neighbourne are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 6.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Neighbourne to Rock House Dental Practice is roughly 15 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Neighbourne
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The local picture in Neighbourne
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Neighbourne sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.4% of Neighbourne's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Neighbourne, 6.7% of the 2,426 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Neighbourne; the nearest is about 6 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Neighbourne are served by secondary schools including Whitstone (3.2 miles) and Norton Hill Academy (3.7 miles). DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Neighbourne's Local Authority. National deprivation data puts Neighbourne close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Neighbourne is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Neighbourne in numbers
Benter is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Neighbourne.
What we know about practices near Neighbourne
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Neighbourne. The closest on record are Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 6 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 8 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 12 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Neighbourne
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Neighbourne helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Neighbourne
Every case in Neighbourne follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Neighbourne
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Neighbourne has the full spectrum of options. 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 Neighbourne
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 Neighbourne practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Neighbourne. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Neighbourne
This section helps connect Neighbourne, Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for Benter, Upper Benter, Nettlebridge, Ashwick, Oakhill, and Pitcot.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Neighbourne
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Neighbourne often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Neighbourne?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Neighbourne is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 6.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Somerset Orthodontist (6.3 miles) and Priory Dental (6.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Neighbourne?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Neighbourne, 7 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 6.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Neighbourne?
The nearest practice to Neighbourne that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 6.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (6.3 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (8.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Neighbourne, Somerset?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Neighbourne, Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.