Orthodontic practices near Stratton-on-the-Fosse
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stratton-on-the-Fosse; 7 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 7.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 7.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 7.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 7.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 7.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 10.3 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 Stratton-on-the-Fosse with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 7.5 miles east; the next are Mendip (7.5 miles south-west) and Bath (10.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 7.5 miles east |
| Mendip | 3 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Bath | 15 | 10.3 miles north-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 13.3 miles east |
| Bristol | 7 | 14.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stratton-on-the-Fosse
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), 10.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 14.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Stratton-on-the-Fosse 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 995 |
| Residents under 16 | 20.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,442 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 13.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 15% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 93 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 606th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 13.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norton Hill Academy — 2.2 miles Somervale Secondary School — 2.4 miles Writhlington School — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,538 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 | Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 8 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 8 miles Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 49 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 Stratton-on-the-Fosse
The nearest practice to Stratton-on-the-Fosse is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 7.5 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (13.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Stratton-on-the-Fosse list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Stratton-on-the-Fosse are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Stratton-on-the-Fosse 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 200 to 390 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £175 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Stratton-on-the-Fosse
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Orthodontist in Stratton-on-the-Fosse: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Stratton-on-the-Fosse understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Somerset. Stratton-on-the-Fosse — a small village with a population of around 995 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Stratton-on-the-Fosse
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Stratton-on-the-Fosse itself. The nearest we do hold are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 8 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 8 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 10 miles away.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Pitcot, Killing's Knap, Nettlebridge, Holcombe, Benter, and Chilcompton.
Area profile for Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Stratton-on-the-Fosse — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 20.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Stratton-on-the-Fosse, 13.5% of the 1,442 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Stratton-on-the-Fosse; the nearest is about 8 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Stratton-on-the-Fosse are Norton Hill Academy (2.2 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (2.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Stratton-on-the-Fosse's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Stratton-on-the-Fosse is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Stratton-on-the-Fosse is about 15 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
A quick look at Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Around 995 people live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is a small village within Somerset. Just around 1 km south, Pitcot is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Orthodontic Treatments in Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Patients in Stratton-on-the-Fosse have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Stratton-on-the-Fosse — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Stratton-on-the-Fosse vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Stratton-on-the-Fosse is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Stratton-on-the-Fosse sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 20.9% of Stratton-on-the-Fosse's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 13.5% of the 1,442 residents in Stratton-on-the-Fosse's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. People in Stratton-on-the-Fosse usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Stratton-on-the-Fosse are served by secondary schools including Norton Hill Academy (2.2 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (2.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Stratton-on-the-Fosse's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). Stratton-on-the-Fosse's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Stratton-on-the-Fosse is about 15 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. There is no orthodontist on our records in Stratton-on-the-Fosse itself. The closest on record are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 8 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 8 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 10 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Many people in Stratton-on-the-Fosse delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Every case in Stratton-on-the-Fosse 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 Stratton-on-the-Fosse. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Stratton-on-the-Fosse
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Somerset, these local links help you keep browsing. If you're still deciding, related pages for Pitcot, Killing's Knap, Nettlebridge, Holcombe, Benter, and Chilcompton may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Stratton-on-the-Fosse often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stratton-on-the-Fosse?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stratton-on-the-Fosse is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 7.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (7.5 miles) and Somerset Orthodontist (7.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stratton-on-the-Fosse?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stratton-on-the-Fosse, 7 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stratton-on-the-Fosse?
The nearest practice to Stratton-on-the-Fosse that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.6 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (7.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Somerset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, 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.