Somerset Orthodontist
11 Priory Rd, Wells BA5 1SU, UK, Mendip BA5 1SU
4.4 (19 reviews)
About This Practice
Patients in Mendip can be seen at Somerset Orthodontist. Other practices nearby include Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip (under a mile away), Priory Dental in Mendip (under a mile away), and Grants House Dentistry in Frome (about 14 miles away). This practice provides both NHS and private orthodontic care. A patient review of Somerset Orthodontist: “Child had first orthodontic appointment today, staff were brilliant, explained every step and put child at ease. Really professional and friendly.” (one patient). This listing is compiled from the Google Places (England) register. Patients have rated this practice 4.4/5 across 19 reviews. You'll find the practice at 11 Priory Rd, Wells BA5 1SU, UK, BA5 1SU. This is one of 3 practices on our Mendip register. Across the practices we list in Mendip, the review-weighted average rating is 4.9; this practice's 4.4 is below that. Treatments offered include Invisalign, NHS Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, and Retainers. Treatment at this practice is reported to be provided by a specialist orthodontist, rather than a general dentist. This practice is reported to focus on children's orthodontic treatment. On-site parking and wheelchair access are both reported to be available.
Somerset Orthodontist at a Glance
| Address | 11 Priory Rd, Wells BA5 1SU, UK, Mendip, BA5 1SU |
|---|---|
| Nation | England |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Funding listed | NHS and private |
| Treatments listed | Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, Invisalign, NHS Braces, Retainers |
| Public rating | 4.4 out of 5 from 19 reviews |
| Nearest other orthodontist | Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — under a mile |
| Details last checked | May 2026 |
Around Somerset Orthodontist
Somerset Orthodontist sits in a census neighbourhood of 1,941 residents, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families here are closest to The Blue School (0.5 miles). Somerset Orthodontist is one of 3 orthodontic practices within three miles of each other. Of the 3 rated practices within three miles, its public rating places it 3rd. For hospital orthodontic referrals the nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 18 miles away.
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,941 in the census neighbourhood around this address (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of neighbourhood residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blue School (0.5 miles); St Dunstan's School (4.7 miles); Whitstone (4.8 miles) |
| Other orthodontists within 3 miles | 2 (1 offer NHS, 1 list clear aligners) |
| Rating among nearby practices | 3rd of 3 rated practices within three miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol (about 18 miles) |
| Residents in BA5 | 8,066 in the census area around the district centre (Census 2021) |
| Households without a car in BA5 | 19.6% |
| Residents per square kilometre in BA5 | 517 |
NHS Orthodontics in Mendip
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
NHS dental services in this area are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board.
Somerset Orthodontist is listed as offering NHS treatment, subject to eligibility.
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Nearby Orthodontists
The 6 practices closest to Somerset Orthodontist on our register: 2 list NHS orthodontics, 2 list clear aligners and 0 list fixed braces. The nearest is Rock House Dental Practice, under a mile away.
| Practice | From Somerset Orthodontist | NHS | Private | Aligners | Braces | Also lists | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip | under a mile north-east | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.9 (112) |
| Priory Dental, Mendip | under a mile south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, payment plans | 4.9 (94) |
| Grants House Dentistry, Frome | 14.4 miles east | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.6 (38) |
| Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome | 14.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, evenings/weekends, payment plans | 4.9 (198) |
| Portway Dental Practice, Frome | 14.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.9 (124) |
| Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome | 14.7 miles east | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 5.0 (5) |
Practice information is compiled from official public sources and practice websites. CQC records are acknowledged under the Open Government Licence where applicable. This listing is informational and is not a clinical endorsement.
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