Orthodontic practices near Upton Noble
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Upton Noble; 4 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 6.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 6.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 6.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 6.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 7.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 11.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 11.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 11.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 14.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upton Noble with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 6.8 miles north-east; the next are Mendip (11.1 miles west) and Trowbridge (14.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 11.1 miles west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Bath | 15 | 16.2 miles north |
| Yeovil | 3 | 17.2 miles south-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 21.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upton Noble
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), 16.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 16.5 miles north |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 16.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upton Noble 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 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,322 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 528th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sexey's School — 3.9 miles Ansford Academy — 5.7 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 | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 7 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 11 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 15 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 26 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 Upton Noble
From Upton Noble the nearest practice is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 6.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (14.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Upton Noble list clear aligners, the nearest 7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upton Noble are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 6.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upton Noble to Southwest Dental Laboratory 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 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upton Noble
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Upton Noble in numbers
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Area profile for Upton Noble
Upton Noble is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Upton Noble sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Upton Noble's under-16 share sits at 16.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 2,322 residents in Upton Noble's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. Upton Noble has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Upton Noble are served by secondary schools including Sexey's School (3.9 miles) and Ansford Academy (5.7 miles). DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Upton Noble's Local Authority. Upton Noble sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Upton Noble is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 23 miles away.
What we know about practices near Upton Noble
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upton Noble itself. The nearest we do hold are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 7 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 11 miles away; and Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 15 miles away.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Upton Noble
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Upton Noble
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All Orthodontic Options in Upton Noble Explained
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Treatment Options in Upton Noble — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Upton Noble. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Upton Noble sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Upton Noble's under-16 share sits at 16.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 2,322 residents in Upton Noble's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Upton Noble; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Upton Noble are Sexey's School (3.9 miles) and Ansford Academy (5.7 miles). DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Upton Noble's Local Authority. Upton Noble sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upton Noble is about 23 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. There is no orthodontist on our records in Upton Noble itself. The nearest recorded are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 7 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 11 miles away; and Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 15 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upton Noble. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upton Noble
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upton Noble often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upton Noble?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upton Noble is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 6.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (6.8 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upton Noble?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upton Noble, 4 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upton Noble?
The nearest practice to Upton Noble that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 6.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (11.1 miles) and Priory Dental (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upton Noble, Somerset?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upton Noble, Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.