Orthodontic practices near Short Street
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Short Street, 5 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 3.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 3.6 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 3.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 3.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 3.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 5.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 11.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 11.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 11.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Short Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 3.6 miles west; the next are Trowbridge (5.9 miles north) and Bath (11.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 3.6 miles west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 5.9 miles north |
| Bath | 15 | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 13.4 miles north |
| Chippenham | 6 | 15.6 miles north |
| Mendip | 3 | 18.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Short Street
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), 15.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 15.9 miles north |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 12.0 miles north-west |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 12.1 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 11.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Short Street 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,394 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 | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 22.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 73 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Wiltshire | 156th closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.6 miles away, closer than 51% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Matravers School — 2.1 miles Selwood Academy — 3.3 miles Frome Community College — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 958 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 | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 4 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 6 miles Bath Orthodontics, Bath — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 31 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 Short Street
Short Street is 3.6 miles from Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 31.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (5.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Short Street list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Short Street are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Short Street
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Orthodontist in Short Street: Before booking anything in Short Street, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is relevant to searches focused on both Short Street and the wider Wiltshire area.
Area profile for Short Street
Short Street is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,394 residents in the neighbourhood around Short Street, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Short Street is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Short Street are Matravers School (2.1 miles) and Selwood Academy (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Short Street's Local Authority has 263 schools educating 74,539 pupils (DfE data). Short Street's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Short Street is about 22 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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A quick look at Short Street
Dodd Fell is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Short Street.
What we know about practices near Short Street
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Short Street. The nearest recorded are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 4 miles away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 6 miles away; and Bath Orthodontics, about 11 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Short Street
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Short Street helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Short Street
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Short Street. By ONS classification, Short Street falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Short Street sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.8% of Short Street's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,394 residents in the neighbourhood around Short Street, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Short Street has more choice than 56% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Short Street are served by secondary schools including Matravers School (2.1 miles) and Selwood Academy (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Short Street's Local Authority area covers 263 schools and 74,539 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Short Street close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Short Street is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 22 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Short Street
Patients in Short Street have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Short Street
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 Short Street practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Short Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Short Street
This section helps connect Short Street, Wiltshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Other local pages worth browsing include Dodd Fell, Stormore, Thoulstone, Dilton Marsh, Hisomley, and Chapmanslade.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Short Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Short Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Short Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Short Street is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 3.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (3.8 miles) and Welshmill Dental Practice (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Short Street?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Short Street, 5 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Short Street?
The nearest practice to Short Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 3.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (5.9 miles) and Circus Orthodontics (11.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Short Street, Wiltshire?
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 Short Street, Wiltshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.