Orthodontic practices near DT11
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of DT11; 30 practices within 20. The closest is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, 11.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Orthodontics UKBroadstone | 11.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 2.8 (48 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 11.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 12.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (550 reviews) |
| Hamworthy Dental PracticePoole | 12.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental SurgeryCanford Heath | 12.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (10 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 13.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 13.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Park Dental PracticePoole | 13.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DT11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Broadstone, 11.5 miles south-east; the next are Poole (12.1 miles south-east) and Canford Heath (12.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broadstone | 2 | 11.5 miles south-east |
| Poole | 5 | 12.1 miles south-east |
| Canford Heath | 1 | 12.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DT11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Teeth on the Heath in Poole (4.9 from 550 reviews), 12.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth on the HeathPoole | 4.9 (550 reviews) | 12.1 miles south-east |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 13.3 miles south-east |
| Park Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 13.5 miles south-east |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 4.9 (237 reviews) | 13.3 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 DT11
From DT11 the nearest practice is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, 11.5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 30 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Octagon Dental Surgery (12.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Poole Orthodontics UK (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around DT11 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.5 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 DT11 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, 11.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DT11 to Poole Orthodontics UK is roughly 25 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 300 to 600 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £270 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 16.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DT11 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 23% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,520 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 | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 26.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 127 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blandford School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,103 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 | Poole Orthodontics UK, Broadstone — 12 miles Teeth on the Heath, Poole — 12 miles Octagon Dental Surgery, Canford Heath — 13 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SP7, DT10, BH20, BH16, SP8, BH18, BH21, BH17 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the DT11 area
Patients in the DT11 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 DT11 is Bryanston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DT11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DT11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DT11 is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 11.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (11.5 miles) and Teeth on the Heath (12.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DT11?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DT11, 0 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Broadstone, 11.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DT11?
The nearest practice to DT11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, about 11.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Dorset Dental Clinic (13.3 miles) and Dorset Dental Implants (13.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the DT11 postcode district?
Places in or next to DT11 include Bryanston, Quarleston, Shothole, Blandford Forum, Durweston, Stourpaine, Thornicombe and Lower Blandford St Mary.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DT11 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bryanston, Dorset, 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 DT11?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any 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.