Orthodontic practices near DT10
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of DT10; 9 practices within 20. The closest is Yeovil Hospital, 13.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 13.1 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 13.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 13.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 16.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontic DepartmentDorchester | 16.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 19.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 19.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 20.0 miles north | – | – | – | 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 DT10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Yeovil, 13.1 miles west; the next are Dorchester (16.2 miles south) and Broadstone (19.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil | 3 | 13.1 miles west |
| Dorchester | 2 | 16.2 miles south |
| Broadstone | 2 | 19.9 miles south-east |
| Frome | 1 | 20.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DT10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic (4.9 from 127 reviews), 16.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 4.9 (127 reviews) | 16.2 miles south |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 13.1 miles west |
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 2.8 (48 reviews) | 19.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DT10
The nearest practice to DT10 is Yeovil Hospital, 13.1 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. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Poole Orthodontics UK (19.9 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around DT10 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DT10 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 16.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DT10 to Yeovil Hospital is roughly 30 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DT10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,969 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 61 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sturminster Newton High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 605 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 179 schools, 51,332 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 16.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 13 miles Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 16 miles Poole Orthodontics UK, Broadstone — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA8, SP8, BA9, SP7, DT11, DT9, BA10, DT2 |
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 DT10
Most DT10 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 DT10 is Rolls Mill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DT10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DT10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DT10 is Yeovil Hospital, about 13.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Smile Dental Laboratory (13.3 miles) and Yeovil Dental Access Centre (13.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DT10?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DT10, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Yeovil, 13.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DT10?
The nearest practice to DT10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 16.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (19.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the DT10 postcode district?
Places in or next to DT10 include Rolls Mill, Bagber, Hinton St Mary, Sturminster Newton, Puxey, Glue Hill, Lydlinch and Rivers' Corner.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DT10 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Rolls Mill, Dorset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.