Orthodontic practices near BA4
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA4; 3 practices within 10 and 35 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 5.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 5.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 5.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 5.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 10.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 10.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 10.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 10.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 15.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 5.6 miles north-west; the next are Frome (10.1 miles north-east) and Bath (15.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 5.6 miles north-west |
| Frome | 4 | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Bath | 1 | 15.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 15.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 15.9 miles north-east |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 10.2 miles east |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 5.6 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 BA4
From BA4 the nearest practice is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 5.6 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 35.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around BA4 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.6 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 BA4 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 5.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BA4 to Somerset Orthodontist is roughly 10 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 150 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BA4 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,546 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 28.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 104 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitstone — 1.2 miles Ansford Academy — 5.3 miles Sexey's School — 5.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 545 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 — 6 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 10 miles Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 35 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA7, BA10, BA3, BA5, BS39, BA9, BA6, TA11 |
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 BA4
A typical orthodontic search around BA4 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BA4 is Cannard's Grave.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA4 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 5.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (5.6 miles) and Priory Dental (5.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA4?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA4, 3 practices within 10 miles and 35 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA4?
The nearest practice to BA4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 5.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (5.6 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (10.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA4 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA4 include Cannard's Grave, Prestleigh, Field, Bodden, Shepton Mallet, Street on the Fosse, Evercreech and Bowlish.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA4 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Cannard's Grave, Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BA4?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.