Orthodontic practices near Wigborough
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Wigborough, 4 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 3.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 6.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 6.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 6.9 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 13.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 13.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 14.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 14.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wigborough with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 3.1 miles south; the next are Yeovil (6.3 miles east) and Taunton (13.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 3.1 miles south |
| Yeovil | 3 | 6.3 miles east |
| Taunton | 5 | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Henlade | 1 | 13.5 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 15.0 miles north-west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 19.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wigborough
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), 13.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 19.3 miles west |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 20.0 miles north |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wigborough 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,598 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 141 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| 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 | 6.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wadham School — 2.9 miles Stanchester Academy — 3.2 miles Preston School Academy — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 763 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 | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 3 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 6 miles Confident Orthodontics, Taunton — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 17 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 Wigborough
The nearest practice to Wigborough is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 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 17.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Confident Orthodontics (13.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 11 of the practices around Wigborough list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 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 Wigborough are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, 13.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wigborough
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Local context for Wigborough
The nearest other location we cover is Pound, around 1 km to the north.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Pound, Yeabridge, Merriottsford, Merriott, Moor, and Over Stratton.
Area profile for Wigborough
Officially, Wigborough is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.2% of Wigborough's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,598 residents in the neighbourhood around Wigborough, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Wigborough are served by secondary schools including Wadham School (2.9 miles) and Stanchester Academy (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wigborough's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). Wigborough falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Wigborough is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Wigborough
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wigborough itself. The nearest we do hold are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 3 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 6 miles away; and Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 13 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wigborough
Patients in Wigborough have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Wigborough — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Wigborough. Wigborough's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Wigborough sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,598 residents in the neighbourhood around Wigborough, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Wigborough are Wadham School (2.9 miles) and Stanchester Academy (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wigborough's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Wigborough sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Wigborough is about 38 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. There is no orthodontist on our records in Wigborough itself. The nearest we do hold are Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 3 miles away; Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 6 miles away; and Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 13 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wigborough
Many people in Wigborough delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wigborough
Provision in Wigborough varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Wigborough sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Wigborough's under-16 share sits at 14.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,598 residents in the neighbourhood around Wigborough, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. 20.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Wigborough are Wadham School (2.9 miles) and Stanchester Academy (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wigborough's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Wigborough sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wigborough is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wigborough. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wigborough
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wigborough
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wigborough often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wigborough?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wigborough is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 3.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (6.3 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wigborough?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Wigborough, 4 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wigborough?
The nearest practice to Wigborough that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton, about 13.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (13.5 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (15.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wigborough, 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 Wigborough, Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.