Orthodontic practices near Pleamore Cross
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Pleamore Cross, 7 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 1.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 6.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 7.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 8.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 14.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pleamore Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Langford Budville, 1.7 miles north-east; the next are Taunton (6.7 miles north-east) and Henlade (8.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Langford Budville | 1 | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Taunton | 5 | 6.7 miles north-east |
| Henlade | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 14.6 miles north-east |
| Exeter | 12 | 19.9 miles south-west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 20.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pleamore Cross
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton (4.9 from 247 reviews), 8.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 15.8 miles north-east |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pleamore Cross 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 | 11.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,180 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% 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 | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Somerset | 84th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Court Fields School — 1.2 miles Uffculme School — 5.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 861 pupils (DfE) |
| 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 | Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 2 miles Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton — 7 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 13 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 2 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 Pleamore Cross
Pleamore Cross is 1.7 miles from Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (7.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (20.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Pleamore Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 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 Pleamore Cross are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pleamore Cross
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Orthodontist in Pleamore Cross: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Pleamore Cross understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Somerset.
Local orthodontic signals in Pleamore Cross
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pleamore Cross. The closest on record are Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 2 miles away; Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, about 7 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 9 miles away.
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Area profile for Pleamore Cross
Pleamore Cross — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 11.2% of residents under 16, Pleamore Cross skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 2,180 residents in Pleamore Cross's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Pleamore Cross are served by secondary schools including Court Fields School (1.2 miles) and Uffculme School (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Pleamore Cross's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. Pleamore Cross sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pleamore Cross is about 38 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
About Pleamore Cross
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The Orthodontic Journey in Pleamore Cross
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Pleamore Cross helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Pleamore Cross
Pleamore Cross has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — mydentist — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. ONS classifies Pleamore Cross as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Pleamore Cross falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Pleamore Cross's under-16 share, 11.2%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 2,180 residents in Pleamore Cross's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Pleamore Cross are Court Fields School (1.2 miles) and Uffculme School (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Pleamore Cross's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Pleamore Cross close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pleamore Cross is about 38 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Pleamore Cross Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pleamore Cross has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pleamore Cross
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pleamore Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pleamore Cross
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pleamore Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pleamore Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pleamore Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pleamore Cross is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 1.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Musgrove Park Hospital (6.7 miles) and Orthoworld (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pleamore Cross?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Pleamore Cross, 7 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pleamore Cross?
The nearest practice to Pleamore Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 1.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (8.7 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (8.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pleamore Cross, Somerset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pleamore Cross, Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.