Orthodontic practices near Sutton Bingham
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Sutton Bingham, 4 practices within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, 3.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 3.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 3.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.2 miles north | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 6.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 15.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 15.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 19.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 19.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Sutton Bingham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Yeovil, 3.1 miles north; the next are Crewkerne (6.3 miles west) and Dorchester (15.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil | 3 | 3.1 miles north |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Dorchester | 2 | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Taunton | 5 | 19.8 miles north-west |
| Henlade | 1 | 19.9 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 20.7 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 Sutton Bingham
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), 19.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 19.8 miles north-west |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 15.8 miles south-east |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 6.3 miles west |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 3.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Sutton Bingham 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 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,474 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 54 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% 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 | 207th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Preston School Academy — 3.1 miles Westfield Academy — 3.3 miles Buckler's Mead School — 4.1 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 | Smile Dental Laboratory, Yeovil — 3 miles Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 6 miles Orthodontic Department, Dorchester — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 8 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 Sutton Bingham
The nearest practice to Sutton Bingham is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, 3.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 8.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (19.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 9 of the practices around Sutton Bingham list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Sutton Bingham are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 15.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 39 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Sutton Bingham
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Orthodontist in Sutton Bingham: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Sutton Bingham keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Somerset.
Area profile for Sutton Bingham
ONS classifies Sutton Bingham as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Sutton Bingham falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.7% of Sutton Bingham's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,474 residents in the neighbourhood around Sutton Bingham, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. Sutton Bingham has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Sutton Bingham are Preston School Academy (3.1 miles) and Westfield Academy (3.3 miles). Sutton Bingham's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). Sutton Bingham's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Sutton Bingham is about 39 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
What local practice data suggests in Sutton Bingham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Sutton Bingham itself. The nearest recorded are Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, about 3 miles away; Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 6 miles away; and Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, about 16 miles away.
Local context for Sutton Bingham
East Coker is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Sutton Bingham.
Keep exploring nearby
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for East Coker, Netherstoke, Darvole, North Coker, Barwick, and Lower Key.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Sutton Bingham
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Sutton Bingham has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Sutton Bingham
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 Sutton Bingham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Sutton Bingham
Many people in Sutton Bingham 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Sutton Bingham runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Sutton Bingham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Sutton Bingham
If Sutton Bingham, Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for East Coker, Netherstoke, Darvole, North Coker, Barwick, and Lower Key may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Sutton Bingham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Sutton Bingham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sutton Bingham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sutton Bingham is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, about 3.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (3.2 miles) and Yeovil Hospital (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sutton Bingham?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Sutton Bingham, 4 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sutton Bingham?
The nearest practice to Sutton Bingham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 15.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (19.8 miles) and Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (19.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Sutton Bingham, Somerset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Sutton Bingham, Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.