Orthodontic practices near Purtington
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Purtington, 1 practice within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 3.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 10.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 11.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 11.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 12.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 12.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 13.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 13.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Purtington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 3.3 miles east; the next are Yeovil (10.7 miles north-east) and Henlade (12.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 3.3 miles east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Henlade | 1 | 12.7 miles north-west |
| Taunton | 5 | 12.7 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 16.4 miles north |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 17.0 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 Purtington
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), 12.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 12.7 miles north-west |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 17.0 miles north-west |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 18.1 miles north |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 13.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Purtington 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 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,342 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Somerset | 225th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wadham School — 3.7 miles Holyrood Academy — 4.2 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 | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 3 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 11 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Crewkerne Dental Care — 3 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 Purtington
Purtington is 3.3 miles from Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 15.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Confident Orthodontics (12.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (29.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Purtington list clear aligners, the nearest 11 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Purtington are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 12.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Purtington
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Orthodontist in Purtington: This page was put together for people in Purtington who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Somerset.
Where Purtington sits locally
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Chillington, the closest linked location.
What local practice data suggests in Purtington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Purtington itself. The nearest recorded are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 3 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 11 miles away; and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 13 miles away.
Area profile for Purtington
Purtington is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Purtington's under-16 share, 11.9%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 2,342 residents in the neighbourhood around Purtington, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Purtington are served by secondary schools including Wadham School (3.7 miles) and Holyrood Academy (4.2 miles). Purtington's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Purtington close to the England median.
More local pages to browse
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Chillington, Cricket St Thomas, Woolminstone, Dowlish Wake, Winsham, and Allowenshay.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Purtington
The orthodontic landscape in Purtington offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Purtington
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Purtington — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Purtington
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Purtington helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Purtington follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Purtington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Purtington
These links help widen your research beyond Purtington, Somerset if you're open to travelling a little further. Nearby pages covering Chillington, Cricket St Thomas, Woolminstone, Dowlish Wake, Winsham, and Allowenshay may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Purtington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Purtington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Purtington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Purtington is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 3.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (10.7 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (11.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Purtington?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Purtington, 1 practice within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Purtington?
The nearest practice to Purtington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 12.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (12.7 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (16.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Purtington, Somerset?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Purtington, Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.