Orthodontic practices near Thrupe
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Thrupe, 3 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 3.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 3.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 11.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 11.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 11.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 11.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 14.4 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 Thrupe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 3.4 miles west; the next are Frome (11.0 miles east) and Bath (14.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 3.4 miles west |
| Frome | 4 | 11.0 miles east |
| Bath | 15 | 14.4 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 Thrupe
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), 14.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 17.0 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 15.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Thrupe 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 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,191 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6% 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 | 15.5% 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 | 236th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitstone — 1.9 miles The Blue School — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 545 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 — 3 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 11 miles Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 14 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 Thrupe
Thrupe is 3.4 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.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 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 Thrupe list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Thrupe are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 3.4 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 Thrupe
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Orthodontist in Thrupe: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Thrupe understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Thrupe with the wider Somerset area.
About Thrupe
Heading south-west for around 2 km brings you to Croscombe, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Bowlish, Croscombe, Darshill, West Shepton, Shepton Mallet, and East Horrington.
Thrupe in context
Thrupe is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. 14.3% of Thrupe's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Thrupe, 5.3% of the 2,191 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Thrupe has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Thrupe are served by secondary schools including Whitstone (1.9 miles) and The Blue School (3.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Thrupe's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Thrupe close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Thrupe is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 17 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Thrupe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Thrupe itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 11 miles away; and Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 14 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Thrupe
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Thrupe
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Thrupe
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Thrupe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Thrupe
These links help widen your research beyond Thrupe, Somerset if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Bowlish, Croscombe, Darshill, West Shepton, Shepton Mallet, and East Horrington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Thrupe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Thrupe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Thrupe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Thrupe is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (3.4 miles) and Priory Dental (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Thrupe?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Thrupe, 3 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Thrupe?
The nearest practice to Thrupe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (3.5 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Thrupe, 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 Thrupe, Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.