Orthodontic practices near BA10
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA10; 3 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 9.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 9.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 9.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 9.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 10.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 10.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 10.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 10.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 14.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 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 BA10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 9.8 miles north-east; the next are Mendip (10.8 miles north-west) and Yeovil (14.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 9.8 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 10.8 miles north-west |
| Yeovil | 1 | 14.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome (4.9 from 198 reviews), 10.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BA10
From BA10 the nearest practice is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 9.8 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. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around BA10 list clear aligners, the nearest 10.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BA10 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 9.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BA10 to Southwest Dental Laboratory is roughly 20 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 250 to 510 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £230 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 250 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.
BA10 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 | 23.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,875 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 13.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.2% 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 | 177 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sexey's School — 0.8 miles Ansford Academy — 3.0 miles King Arthur's School — 4.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,102 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 | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 10 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 11 miles Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 26 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA9, BA7, BA4, BA8, BA3, BA11, SP8, DT9 |
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.
Teeth straightening near BA10
Most BA10 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BA10 is Bruton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA10 is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 9.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (9.8 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (9.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA10?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA10, 3 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 9.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA10?
The nearest practice to BA10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 9.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (10.8 miles) and Priory Dental (10.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA10 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA10 include Bruton, Tolbury, Redlynch, Pitcombe, Wyke Champflower, Cole, Spargrove and Lower Shepton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA10 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Bruton, Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BA10?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.