Orthodontic practices near BA12
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA12; 4 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 6.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 6.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 6.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 7.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 7.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 10.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 16.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 16.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 16.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 6.5 miles north-west; the next are Trowbridge (10.5 miles north) and Bath (16.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 10.5 miles north |
| Bath | 3 | 16.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bath Spa Dentistry (4.9 from 216 reviews), 16.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-west |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 4.8 (201 reviews) | 16.6 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 BA12
The nearest practice to BA12 is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 6.5 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around BA12 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.1 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 BA12 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 6.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BA12 to Southwest Dental Laboratory 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 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BA12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,519 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% 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 | 27 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingdown School — 2.4 miles Matravers School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,347 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 6 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 10 miles Bath Orthodontics, Bath — 16 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA13, BA14, BA11, SP7, SP8, SP3, BA15, SN12 |
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.
Orthodontic research around BA12
Most BA12 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BA12 is Longbridge Deverill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA12 is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 6.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (6.7 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA12?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA12, 4 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 6.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA12?
The nearest practice to BA12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 6.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (10.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA12 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA12 include Longbridge Deverill, Hill Deverill, Crockerton, Fox Holes, Sutton End, Henfords Marsh, Brixton Deverill and Bell Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Longbridge Deverill, Wiltshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near BA12 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a 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.