Orthodontic practices near Upper Westholme
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Upper Westholme, 3 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 3.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 3.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 12.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 13.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 13.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 13.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 15.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Westholme with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 3.3 miles north-west; the next are Frome (12.9 miles east) and Yeovil (15.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Frome | 4 | 12.9 miles east |
| Yeovil | 3 | 15.6 miles south |
| Bath | 15 | 17.4 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 17.5 miles west |
| Weston-super-Mare | 1 | 19.4 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 Upper Westholme
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), 17.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-east |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Westholme 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 | 225th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% 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 — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitstone — 2.9 miles The Blue School — 3.8 miles St Dunstan's School — 5.1 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 — 13 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 41 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 Upper Westholme
Upper Westholme is 3.3 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 41.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 13 of the practices around Upper Westholme list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upper Westholme are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Westholme
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Orthodontist in Upper Westholme: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Upper Westholme. It is relevant to searches focused on both Upper Westholme and the wider Somerset area.
Local treatment availability around Upper Westholme
There is no orthodontist on our records in Upper Westholme itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 13 miles away; and Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 16 miles away.
Local context for Upper Westholme
Just under 1 km east, Pilton is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Continue your local research
You can also compare treatment pages for Pilton, Steanbow, Worminster, Lower Westholme, West Compton, and Sticklynch if you are weighing up more than one location.
Upper Westholme in context
Upper Westholme is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Upper Westholme falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,191 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Westholme, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Upper Westholme has more choice than 52% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Upper Westholme are served by secondary schools including Whitstone (2.9 miles) and The Blue School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Upper Westholme's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Upper Westholme sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Westholme is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Upper Westholme
Orthodontic treatment in Upper Westholme 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Upper Westholme — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Westholme
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Upper Westholme has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Upper Westholme — Local Context
Not every practice near Upper Westholme offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Upper Westholme as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upper Westholme. Census data puts 14.3% of Upper Westholme's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,191 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Westholme, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Upper Westholme is better served than 52% of towns in England. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Upper Westholme are served by secondary schools including Whitstone (2.9 miles) and The Blue School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Upper Westholme's Local Authority. Upper Westholme sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Westholme is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Upper Westholme itself. The nearest recorded are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 13 miles away; and Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 16 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Westholme. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Westholme
These local links are here for anyone comparing Upper Westholme, Somerset against nearby alternatives. If you're still deciding, related pages for Pilton, Steanbow, Worminster, Lower Westholme, West Compton, and Sticklynch may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Westholme
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Westholme often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Westholme?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Westholme is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (3.3 miles) and Priory Dental (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Westholme?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Upper Westholme, 3 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Westholme?
The nearest practice to Upper Westholme that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (3.3 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (13.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Westholme, Somerset?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upper Westholme, Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.