Orthodontic practices near South Horrington
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of South Horrington, 3 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 1.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 1.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 12.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 12.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 12.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 13.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 15.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South Horrington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 1.7 miles west; the next are Frome (12.7 miles east) and Bath (15.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 1.7 miles west |
| Frome | 4 | 12.7 miles east |
| Bath | 15 | 15.4 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 16.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of South Horrington
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), 15.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 17.0 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South Horrington 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 41 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| 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 | 7.1% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blue School — 1.9 miles Whitstone — 3.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,362 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 | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 2 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 13 miles Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 54 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 South Horrington
South Horrington is 1.7 miles from Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 54.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Bristol Dental Practice (16.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (17 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around South Horrington list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around South Horrington are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In South Horrington
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Orthodontist in South Horrington: This page was put together for people in South Horrington who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Somerset and the surrounding area.
Continue your local research
Pages for Dinder, West Horrington, East Horrington, Croscombe, Dulcote, and St Andrew follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What we know about practices near South Horrington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in South Horrington itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 2 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 13 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 15 miles away.
South Horrington in context
By ONS classification, South Horrington falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. South Horrington sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.4% of South Horrington's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,335 residents in the neighbourhood around South Horrington, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), South Horrington has more choice than 52% of towns in England. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in South Horrington are served by secondary schools including The Blue School (1.9 miles) and Whitstone (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. South Horrington's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, South Horrington is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, South Horrington is about 17 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
About South Horrington
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Dinder, the closest linked location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in South Horrington
Orthodontic treatment in South Horrington is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in South Horrington
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving South Horrington. ONS classifies South Horrington as urban: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, South Horrington falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. 14.4% of South Horrington's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around South Horrington, 7.1% of the 2,335 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, South Horrington is better served than 52% of towns in England. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in South Horrington are served by secondary schools including The Blue School (1.9 miles) and Whitstone (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in South Horrington's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, South Horrington is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to South Horrington is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in South Horrington
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, South Horrington has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in South Horrington
Every mainstream option is available to patients in South Horrington — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around South Horrington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South Horrington
If South Horrington, Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Dinder, West Horrington, East Horrington, Croscombe, Dulcote, and St Andrew.
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Frequently Asked Questions in South Horrington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South Horrington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South Horrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South Horrington is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 1.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (1.7 miles) and Priory Dental (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South Horrington?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of South Horrington, 3 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South Horrington?
The nearest practice to South Horrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 1.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (1.8 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (12.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South Horrington, Somerset?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in South Horrington, Somerset?
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.