Orthodontic practices near Puddletown
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Puddletown, 2 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 4.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 10.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 10.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| DK Dental PracticeWeymouth | 10.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (43 reviews) |
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 14.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 15.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 15.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Puddletown with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dorchester, 4.8 miles south-west; the next are Weymouth (10.1 miles south-west) and Poole (14.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 2 | 4.8 miles south-west |
| Weymouth | 3 | 10.1 miles south-west |
| Poole | 8 | 14.9 miles east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 15.9 miles east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 16.7 miles east |
| Parkstone | 2 | 17.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Puddletown
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Penn Hill Dental in Parkstone (5.0 from 168 reviews), 18.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Hill DentalParkstone | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 19.0 miles east |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 4.9 (550 reviews) | 16.3 miles east |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 16.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Puddletown 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,158 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,586 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 42 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Dorset | 130th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown — 0.3 miles Dorset Studio School — 3.3 miles St Osmund's Church of England Middle School — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 441 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 | Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 5 miles Carlton Dental Practice, Weymouth — 10 miles Hamworthy Dental Practice, Poole — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 24 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 Puddletown
The nearest practice to Puddletown is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dorset Dental Clinic (16.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (15.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Puddletown list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Puddletown are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 4.8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Puddletown
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Orthodontist in Puddletown: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Puddletown, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Dorset. Puddletown — a small village with a population of around 1,158 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Puddletown
ONS classifies Puddletown as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Puddletown falls under NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. Puddletown's under-16 share sits at 15.2%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 2,586 residents in Puddletown's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Dorset. Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Puddletown are St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown (0.3 miles) and Dorset Studio School (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across Puddletown's Local Authority. Puddletown's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
Where Puddletown sits locally
Puddletown has a population of around 1,158, making it a small village within Dorset. Heading east for around 1 km brings you to Athelhampton, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Athelhampton, Tincleton, Burleston, Woodsford, Yellowham Wood, and Dewlish are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local orthodontic signals in Puddletown
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Puddletown itself. The nearest recorded are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 5 miles away; Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 10 miles away; and Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 15 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Puddletown
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Orthodontic Treatments in Puddletown
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Puddletown
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Puddletown. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Puddletown
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Frequently Asked Questions in Puddletown
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Puddletown often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Puddletown?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Puddletown is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 4.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Orthodontic Department (4.9 miles) and Carlton Dental Practice (10.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Puddletown?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Puddletown, 2 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Puddletown?
The nearest practice to Puddletown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 4.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (15.9 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (16.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Puddletown, Dorset?
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 Puddletown, Dorset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.