Orthodontic practices near BS26
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BS26; 4 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 6.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 6.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 6.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 6.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 10.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 10.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 10.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 11.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BS26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 6.4 miles north-west; the next are Mendip (10.3 miles south-east) and Bridgwater (11.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Mendip | 3 | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Bridgwater | 1 | 11.7 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BS26
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), 10.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (135 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (28 reviews) | 6.8 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 BS26
The nearest practice to BS26 is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.4 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 37.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Weston Orthodontic Centre (6.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around BS26 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 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 BS26 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BS26 to Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre 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 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £150 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 3.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BS26 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,225 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 74 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Kings of Wessex Academy — 3.4 miles Fairlands Middle School — 3.7 miles Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School — 3.9 miles |
| 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 | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 6 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 10 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 12 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, 37 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS25, BS29, BS28, BS27, BS24, BS22, BS49, TA9 |
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 BS26
A typical orthodontic search around BS26 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BS26 is Lower Weare.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS26 is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (6.6 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS26?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BS26, 4 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS26?
The nearest practice to BS26 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (10.3 miles) and Priory Dental (10.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS26 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS26 include Lower Weare, Cross, Badgworth, Weare, Stone Allerton, Compton Bishop Village, Alston Sutton and Brinscombe.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS26 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Lower Weare, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BS26?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.