Orthodontic practices near BS27
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BS27; 7 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 9.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 9.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 9.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 13.7 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 BS27 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.0 miles south-east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (9.0 miles north-west) and Bridgwater (13.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 9.0 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 1 | 13.7 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 BS27
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), 7.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (135 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-west |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (28 reviews) | 9.9 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 BS27
The nearest practice to BS27 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (9.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around BS27 list clear aligners, the nearest 7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BS27 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 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BS27 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 10.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BS27 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,362 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 175 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Fairlands Middle School — 0.2 miles The Kings of Wessex Academy — 0.3 miles Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,448 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 Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 9 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 14 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 51 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS28, BS25, BS26, BS40, BS49, BS29, BA5, BA6 |
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 BS27
A typical orthodontic search around BS27 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BS27 is Lippiatt.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS27
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS27?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS27 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (7.0 miles) and Priory Dental (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS27?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BS27, 7 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS27?
The nearest practice to BS27 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.0 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (9.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS27 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS27 include Lippiatt, Barrows, Cheddar, Hamfield, Hillfield, Bradley Cross, Nyland and Draycott.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS27 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Lippiatt, Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near BS27 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.