Orthodontic practices near BS28
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BS28; 3 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 10.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 10.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 10.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 10.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 10.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BS28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.3 miles east; the next are Bridgwater (10.2 miles south-west) and Weston-super-Mare (10.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.3 miles east |
| Bridgwater | 3 | 10.2 miles south-west |
| Weston-super-Mare | 2 | 10.5 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BS28
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), 7.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 7.3 miles east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 7.3 miles east |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 10.6 miles south-west |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (135 reviews) | 10.5 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 BS28
The nearest practice to BS28 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 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 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (10.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around BS28 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 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 BS28 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BS28 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 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BS28 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 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,290 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 21.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 79 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School — 1.2 miles The Kings of Wessex Academy — 3.7 miles Fairlands Middle School — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 595 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 East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 10 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 10 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 34 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS27, BS26, BS25, BA16, BS29, TA7, BA6, 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.
Starting your orthodontic search in BS28
Most BS28 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BS28 is Wedmore.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS28 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (7.3 miles) and Priory Dental (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS28?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BS28, 3 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS28?
The nearest practice to BS28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.3 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (10.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS28 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS28 include Wedmore, Cocklake, Crickham, Middle Stoughton, Stoughton Cross, Heath House, Mudgley and Latcham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS28 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Wedmore, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BS28?
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.