Orthodontic practices near Paxcroft Mead
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Paxcroft Mead, 20 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is Dentalcare Trowbridge, 1.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Clove House Dental & Implant CentreCorsham | 7.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (454 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 8.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 8.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 8.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 9.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Paxcroft Mead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Trowbridge, 1.1 miles west; the next are Corsham (7.8 miles north) and Frome (8.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge | 1 | 1.1 miles west |
| Corsham | 1 | 7.8 miles north |
| Frome | 4 | 8.4 miles south-west |
| Bath | 15 | 8.5 miles north-west |
| Chippenham | 6 | 9.7 miles north |
| Bristol | 1 | 17.1 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 Paxcroft Mead
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), 10.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 10.0 miles north |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-west |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 9.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Paxcroft Mead at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 29.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,493 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 42.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,776 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Wiltshire | 17th closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Clarendon Academy — 1.7 miles The John of Gaunt School — 1.8 miles St Augustine's Catholic College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,289 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 1 miles Clove House Dental & Implant Centre, Corsham — 8 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 38 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 Paxcroft Mead
Paxcroft Mead is 1.1 miles from Dentalcare Trowbridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Paxcroft Mead 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 Paxcroft Mead are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentalcare Trowbridge, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Paxcroft Mead
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Paxcroft Mead, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Wiltshire.
Keep exploring nearby
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Paxcroft, Hilperton, Hilperton Marsh, West Ashton, North Bradley, and Ashton Common.
Paxcroft Mead in numbers
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Paxcroft, the closest linked location.
Useful local orthodontic context for Paxcroft Mead
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Paxcroft Mead itself. The closest on record are Dentalcare Trowbridge, about a mile away; Clove House Dental & Implant Centre in Corsham, about 8 miles away; and Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 8 miles away.
The local picture in Paxcroft Mead
Paxcroft Mead is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Paxcroft Mead skews family-heavy: 29.8% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9% of the 1,493 residents in Paxcroft Mead's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Paxcroft Mead are served by secondary schools including The Clarendon Academy (1.7 miles) and The John of Gaunt School (1.8 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Paxcroft Mead's Local Authority has 263 schools educating 74,539 pupils (DfE data). Paxcroft Mead falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Paxcroft Mead is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Paxcroft Mead
Starting orthodontic treatment in Paxcroft Mead can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Paxcroft Mead
Not every practice near Paxcroft Mead offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Paxcroft Mead sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Paxcroft Mead skews family-heavy: 29.8% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9% of the 1,493 residents in Paxcroft Mead's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Paxcroft Mead attend schools such as The Clarendon Academy (1.7 miles) and The John of Gaunt School (1.8 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 263 schools and 74,539 pupils across Paxcroft Mead's Local Authority. Paxcroft Mead falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Paxcroft Mead is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Paxcroft Mead Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Paxcroft Mead can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
How to Choose in Paxcroft Mead
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 Paxcroft Mead practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Paxcroft Mead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Paxcroft Mead
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Paxcroft Mead, Wiltshire. For a broader comparison, pages for Paxcroft, Hilperton, Hilperton Marsh, West Ashton, North Bradley, and Ashton Common follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Paxcroft Mead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Paxcroft Mead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Paxcroft Mead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Paxcroft Mead is Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 1.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Clove House Dental & Implant Centre (7.8 miles) and Welshmill Dental Practice (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Paxcroft Mead?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Paxcroft Mead, 20 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Paxcroft Mead?
The nearest practice to Paxcroft Mead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 1.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Portway Dental Practice (8.6 miles) and Circus Orthodontics (9.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Paxcroft Mead, Wiltshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Paxcroft Mead, Wiltshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.