Orthodontic practices near Radstock
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Radstock; 19 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 7.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 7.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 7.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 7.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 7.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 7.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Radstock with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 6.9 miles south-east; the next are Bath (7.0 miles north-east) and Mendip (10.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Bath | 15 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 10.3 miles south-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 10.8 miles east |
| Bristol | 6 | 12.1 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 12.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Radstock
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), 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 12.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Radstock at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 5,275 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,573 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,701 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 114th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Writhlington School — 0.8 miles Somerset Studio School — 0.8 miles Norton Hill Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,584 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 7 miles Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 7 miles Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 10 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 | 19 within 10 miles, 57 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 Radstock
The nearest practice to Radstock is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (10.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Radstock list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Radstock are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 7.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 13 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Radstock to Grants House Dentistry 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Radstock
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Find orthodontic treatment in Radstock
Orthodontist in Radstock: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Radstock? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Bath and North East Somerset. Radstock — a small town with a population of around 5,275 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Radstock
There is no orthodontist on our records in Radstock itself. The nearest recorded are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 7 miles away; Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 7 miles away; and Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 10 miles away.
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Pages for Fox Hills, Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Wheeler's Hill, and Writhlington follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What official data says about Radstock
Radstock's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Radstock. Census data puts 18.8% of Radstock's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Radstock, 7.5% of the 1,573 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Radstock; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Radstock attend schools such as Writhlington School (0.8 miles) and Somerset Studio School (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Radstock's Local Authority. Radstock sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Radstock is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Radstock at a glance
Around 5,275 people live in Radstock, which is a small town within Bath and North East Somerset. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Fox Hills, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in Radstock Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Radstock can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Radstock — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Radstock — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By ONS classification, Radstock falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Radstock. Radstock's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Radstock, 7.5% of the 1,573 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Radstock usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Radstock are Writhlington School (0.8 miles) and Somerset Studio School (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Radstock's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 31,546 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Radstock close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Radstock is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Radstock. The closest on record are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 7 miles away; Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 7 miles away; and Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 10 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Radstock
Many people in Radstock delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Radstock
What's available in Radstock depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Radstock's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Radstock sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Radstock's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,573 residents in the neighbourhood around Radstock, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. People in Radstock usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Radstock are Writhlington School (0.8 miles) and Somerset Studio School (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Radstock's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 31,546 pupils, according to DfE figures. Radstock sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Radstock is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Radstock. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Radstock
These links help widen your research beyond Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset if you're open to travelling a little further. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Fox Hills, Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Wheeler's Hill, and Writhlington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Radstock
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Radstock often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Radstock?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Radstock is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 6.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (6.9 miles) and Aquae Sulis Dental (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Radstock?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Radstock, 19 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Radstock?
The nearest practice to Radstock that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 7.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Portway Dental Practice (7.3 miles) and ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.