Orthodontic practices near Washford
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Washford; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 13.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 14.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 14.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 15.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 15.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 15.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 15.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 15.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Washford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Langford Budville, 13.7 miles south-east; the next are Taunton (14.6 miles south-east) and Bridgwater (15.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Langford Budville | 1 | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Taunton | 5 | 14.6 miles south-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 15.6 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 16.2 miles south-east |
| Barry | 3 | 16.7 miles north |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 20.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Washford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Advance Dental Care in Barry (5.0 from 278 reviews), 17.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 17.9 miles north |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 16.1 miles south-east |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Castle Court Dental CareDinas Powys | 4.9 (111 reviews) | 20.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Washford 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 601 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,123 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.2% aged 16 to 24 and 19% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 134 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 818th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School — 1.7 miles West Somerset College — 5.1 miles Minehead Middle School — 5.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school (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 | Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 14 miles Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton — 15 miles Cornhill Dental Practice, Bridgwater — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Exmoor Dental Centre — 6 miles |
| Postcode districts | TA23 |
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 Washford
From Washford the nearest practice is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 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. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (15 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Washford list clear aligners, the nearest 13.7 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 Washford are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Washford to Wellington Dental Practice is roughly 30 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 360 to 710 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £320 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Washford
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Orthodontist in Washford: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Washford understand their options before committing to an appointment. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Somerset. Washford — a small village with a population of around 601 — is covered on this page specifically.
Washford at a glance
With a population of roughly 601, Washford is a small village within Somerset. Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Beggearn Huish, the closest linked location.
Nearby location pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Beggearn Huish, Old Cleeve, Stream, Chapel Cleeve, Roadwater, and Saint Decumans may also help.
Practice signals around Washford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Washford itself. The nearest we do hold are Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 14 miles away; Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, about 15 miles away; and Cornhill Dental Practice in Bridgwater, about 16 miles away.
Washford in context
Washford's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Washford sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Washford has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.1% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,123 residents in the neighbourhood around Washford, 4.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Somerset. People in Washford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 14 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Washford attend schools such as Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School (1.7 miles) and West Somerset College (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Washford's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Washford among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Washford is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 25 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Washford
Many people in Washford delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Washford
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Washford — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Washford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Washford can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Washford
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Washford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Washford
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Washford, Somerset. You can also browse nearby location pages including Beggearn Huish, Old Cleeve, Stream, Chapel Cleeve, Roadwater, and Saint Decumans.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Washford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Washford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Washford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Washford is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 13.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Musgrove Park Hospital (14.6 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (14.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Washford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Washford, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Washford?
The nearest practice to Washford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 13.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include East Quay Medical Centre (15.7 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (16.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Washford, 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 Washford, Somerset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.