Orthodontic practices near BA16
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA16; 3 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 11.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 11.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 11.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 11.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 13.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.0 miles north-east; the next are Bridgwater (11.1 miles west) and Yeovil (13.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 11.1 miles west |
| Yeovil | 1 | 13.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip (4.9 from 112 reviews), 7.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 11.2 miles west |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 4.5 (67 reviews) | 11.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BA16
The nearest practice to BA16 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 3 of the practices around BA16 list clear aligners, the nearest 7 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 BA16 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BA16 to Somerset Orthodontist 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 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 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 17.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BA16 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,047 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,603 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Crispin School Academy — 0.7 miles St Dunstan's School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,507 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 — 7 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 11 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 13 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA6, TA11, TA10, BS28, BA5, BS27, TA12, TA7 |
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 BA16
People searching from BA16 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BA16 is Middle Leigh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA16 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Priory Dental (7.0 miles) and Rock House Dental Practice (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA16, 3 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA16?
The nearest practice to BA16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.0 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (11.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA16 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA16 include Middle Leigh, Overleigh, Street, Asney, Marshall's Elm, Northover, Beckery and Dundon.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Middle Leigh, Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near BA16?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.