Orthodontic practices near Wookey Hole
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Wookey Hole, 3 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 14.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 15.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 15.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 15.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 15.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wookey Hole with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (14.8 miles north-west) and Frome (15.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 14.8 miles north-west |
| Frome | 4 | 15.2 miles east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 15.4 miles west |
| Bristol | 10 | 16.3 miles north |
| Bath | 5 | 16.6 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 Wookey Hole
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), 16.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 16.5 miles north |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 16.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wookey Hole 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 | 20.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,669 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 138 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% 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 | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blue School — 0.9 miles St Dunstan's School — 5.1 miles Fairlands Middle School — 5.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,362 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 — 1 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 15 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 53 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 Wookey Hole
Wookey Hole is 1.3 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 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (15.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (16.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Wookey Hole list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 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 Wookey Hole are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 1.3 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 Wookey Hole
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Orthodontist in Wookey Hole: People weighing up braces or aligners in Wookey Hole can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Somerset.
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If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Haybridge, Lower Milton, Upper Milton, Wells, Wookey, and Walcombe.
What official data says about Wookey Hole
Wookey Hole is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. 20.4% of Wookey Hole's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,669 residents in Wookey Hole's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset. Wookey Hole 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. Secondary-age pupils near Wookey Hole attend schools such as The Blue School (0.9 miles) and St Dunstan's School (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Wookey Hole's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Wookey Hole is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wookey Hole is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
Facts about Wookey Hole
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Haybridge, the closest linked location.
Local orthodontic signals in Wookey Hole
There is no orthodontist on our records in Wookey Hole itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about a mile away; Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 15 miles away; and Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 15 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wookey Hole
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Wookey Hole helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wookey Hole
Practices serving Wookey Hole differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Wookey Hole is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Wookey Hole. Census figures show 20.4% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Wookey Hole, 6.9% of the 1,669 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Wookey Hole 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 Wookey Hole are served by secondary schools including The Blue School (0.9 miles) and St Dunstan's School (5.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Wookey Hole's Local Authority has 303 schools educating 79,343 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Wookey Hole is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wookey Hole is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Wookey Hole Explained
Patients in Wookey Hole 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.
How to Choose in Wookey Hole
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Wookey Hole practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wookey Hole. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wookey Hole
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Wookey Hole, Somerset. Related nearby location pages such as Haybridge, Lower Milton, Upper Milton, Wells, Wookey, and Walcombe can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wookey Hole
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wookey Hole often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wookey Hole?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wookey Hole is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Priory Dental (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wookey Hole?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Wookey Hole, 3 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wookey Hole?
The nearest practice to Wookey Hole that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (1.3 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (15.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wookey Hole, Somerset?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wookey Hole, Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.