Orthodontic practices near BA20
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of BA20, 4 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 0.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 0.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 7.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 17.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 17.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 18.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 18.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Yeovil, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Crewkerne (7.4 miles south-west) and Dorchester (17.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil | 3 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Dorchester | 2 | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Mendip | 2 | 18.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 17.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 18.5 miles north |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 4.4 (19 reviews) | 18.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BA20
The nearest practice to BA20 is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around BA20 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 BA20 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 17.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 36 miles away.
BA20 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 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,758 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,264 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Preston School Academy — 0.7 miles Westfield Academy — 0.7 miles Buckler's Mead School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,828 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 | Smile Dental Laboratory, Yeovil — under a mile Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 7 miles Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 12 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA21, BA22, TA15, TA14, DT9, TA12, TA11, TA16 |
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 BA20
People searching from BA20 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 BA20 is Hollands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA20 is Smile Dental Laboratory in Yeovil, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (0.6 miles) and Yeovil Hospital (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA20?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of BA20, 4 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA20?
The nearest practice to BA20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 17.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (18.5 miles) and Priory Dental (18.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA20 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA20 include Hollands, Preston Plucknett, Yeovil, Coppits Hill, North Coker, Barwick, Lower Key and Goar Knap.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA20 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Hollands, Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BA20?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.