Orthodontic practices near BA7
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA7; 3 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 9.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 9.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 9.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 9.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 11.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 11.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 11.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 13.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 13.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 9.8 miles north-west; the next are Yeovil (11.2 miles south-west) and Frome (13.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 11.2 miles south-west |
| Frome | 2 | 13.1 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 BA7
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), 9.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 4.4 (19 reviews) | 9.8 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 BA7
The nearest practice to BA7 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 9.8 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 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 3 of the practices around BA7 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BA7 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 9.8 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 BA7 to Somerset Orthodontist 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 13.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BA7 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,450 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 567 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ansford Academy — 0.6 miles Sexey's School — 2.7 miles King Arthur's School — 4.8 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 | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 10 miles Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 11 miles Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 13 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, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA10, BA4, BA9, BA8, DT9, BA22, BA21, BA5 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in BA7
People searching from BA7 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BA7 is Ansford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA7 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 9.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (9.8 miles) and Priory Dental (9.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA7?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA7, 3 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 9.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA7?
The nearest practice to BA7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 9.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Priory Dental (9.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA7 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA7 include Ansford, South Cary, Castle Cary, Cockhill, Galhampton, Small Way, Dimmer and Clanville.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA7 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ansford, Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BA7?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.