Orthodontic practices near SN38
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of SN38, 14 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Swindon Orthodontics, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon OrthodonticsSwindon | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (116 reviews) |
| REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESwindon | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dentalcare West SwindonSwindon | 0.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (135 reviews) |
| Ebenezer House Dental CareSwindon | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 5.0 (56 reviews) |
| Clyde House Dental PracticeSwindon | 1.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (55 reviews) |
| Dentalcare SwindonSwindon | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (192 reviews) |
| Teeth Straightening SwindonSwindon | 1.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic ChippenhamLydiard Millicent | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SN38 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swindon, 0.6 miles east; the next are Lydiard Millicent (1.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swindon | 7 | 0.6 miles east |
| Lydiard Millicent | 1 | 1.6 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 SN38
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ebenezer House Dental Care in Swindon (5.0 from 56 reviews), 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ebenezer House Dental CareSwindon | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Swindon OrthodonticsSwindon | 4.9 (116 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic ChippenhamLydiard Millicent | 4.8 (299 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Dentalcare West SwindonSwindon | 4.4 (135 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SN38
The nearest practice to SN38 is Swindon Orthodontics, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Swindon Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Dentalcare West Swindon (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around SN38 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 SN38 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Swindon, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 34 miles away.
SN38 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swindon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 20.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,420 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 41.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,069 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | UTC Swindon — 0.7 miles Nova Hreod Academy — 1.1 miles The Deanery CofE Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 12,771 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 90 schools, 37,256 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Swindon Orthodontics, Swindon — under a mile Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham, Lydiard Millicent — 2 miles Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cheltenham, Broad Blunsdon — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 27 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SN1, SN5, SN2, SN25, SN4, SN26, SN3, SN99 |
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 SN38
Most SN38 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SN38 is Bridgemead.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SN38
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SN38?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SN38 is Swindon Orthodontics, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (0.6 miles) and Dentalcare West Swindon (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SN38?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of SN38, 14 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SN38?
The nearest practice to SN38 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Swindon, about 0.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Dentalcare West Swindon (0.9 miles) and Ebenezer House Dental Care (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the SN38 postcode district?
Places in or next to SN38 include Bridgemead, Even Swindon, Kingshill, Westmead, Eastleaze, Hillmead, Rivermead and Wild Duck Mead.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SN38 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Bridgemead, Borough of Swindon, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SN38?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.