Orthodontic practices near Wynford Eagle
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Wynford Eagle; 2 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, 7.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 7.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 7.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 11.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (101 reviews) |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 11.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| DK Dental PracticeWeymouth | 12.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (43 reviews) |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 12.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 12.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 12.9 miles north | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wynford Eagle with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dorchester, 7.1 miles south-east; the next are Weymouth (11.4 miles south-east) and Crewkerne (12.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 2 | 7.1 miles south-east |
| Weymouth | 3 | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 12.9 miles north |
| Poole | 8 | 25.4 miles east |
| Broadstone | 2 | 26.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wynford Eagle
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 7.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Carlton Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.7 (101 reviews) | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-west |
| The Clock Dental PracticeWeymouth | 4.5 (188 reviews) | 11.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wynford Eagle at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,149 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 24% 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 | 35 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Dorset | 236th closest to an orthodontic practice of 523 places in the county (the county median is 7.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Dorset |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontic Department, Dorchester — 7 miles Carlton Dental Practice, Weymouth — 11 miles Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 12 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 9 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 Wynford Eagle
The nearest practice to Wynford Eagle is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, 7.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dorset Dental Clinic (26.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (26.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Wynford Eagle list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Wynford Eagle are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 7.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wynford Eagle to Orthodontic Department 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 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £165 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 Wynford Eagle
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Orthodontist in Wynford Eagle: People weighing up braces or aligners in Wynford Eagle can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is relevant to searches focused on both Wynford Eagle and the wider Dorset area.
Practice data for Wynford Eagle
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wynford Eagle itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, about 7 miles away; Carlton Dental Practice in Weymouth, about 11 miles away; and Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 12 miles away.
Wynford Eagle at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Toller Fratrum, around 1 km to the north-west.
What official data says about Wynford Eagle
By ONS classification, Wynford Eagle falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Wynford Eagle. Census data puts 16.4% of Wynford Eagle's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Wynford Eagle, 7.2% of the 2,149 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Wynford Eagle; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across Wynford Eagle's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Wynford Eagle is roughly mid-table for England.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Wynford Eagle
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Wynford Eagle follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Wynford Eagle
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Wynford Eagle
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wynford Eagle
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wynford Eagle often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wynford Eagle?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wynford Eagle is Orthodontic Department in Dorchester, about 7.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (7.2 miles) and Carlton Dental Practice (11.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wynford Eagle?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wynford Eagle, 2 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dorchester, 7.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wynford Eagle?
The nearest practice to Wynford Eagle that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 7.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (26.4 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (26.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wynford Eagle, Dorset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wynford Eagle, Dorset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.