Orthodontic practices near SP3
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of SP3; 6 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is Fisherton Dental Care in Salisbury, 9.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisherton Dental CareSalisbury | 9.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (149 reviews) |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 9.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (165 reviews) |
| Mid-Wessex OrthodonticsSalisbury | 9.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.0 (8 reviews) |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 9.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (210 reviews) |
| Ahmed GiaziriSalisbury | 9.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| The Private Treatment CentreSalisbury | 9.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Inspire Orthodontic CentreSalisbury | 10.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| INSPIRE ORTHODONTICSSalisbury | 10.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SP3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury (5.0 from 165 reviews), 9.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 9.7 miles east |
| Fisherton Dental CareSalisbury | 5.0 (149 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| The Private Treatment CentreSalisbury | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 9.9 miles east |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 4.9 (210 reviews) | 9.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SP3
The nearest practice to SP3 is Fisherton Dental Care in Salisbury, 9.4 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Fisherton Dental Care (9.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Salisbury Orthodontics Ltd (9.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SP3 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.4 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 SP3 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, 9.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SP3 to Fisherton Dental Care is roughly 20 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 240 to 490 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £220 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SP3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,282 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 35 miles |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fisherton Dental Care, Salisbury — 9 miles Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 15 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 13 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA12, SP2, SP7, SP1, BA13, SN10, SP4, SP5 |
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.
Teeth straightening near SP3
Patients in the SP3 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SP3 is Teffont Magna.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SP3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SP3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SP3 is Fisherton Dental Care in Salisbury, about 9.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Sarum Dental Practice (9.7 miles) and Mid-Wessex Orthodontics (9.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SP3?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SP3, 6 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Salisbury, 9.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SP3?
The nearest practice to SP3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, about 9.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Salisbury Orthodontics Ltd (9.8 miles) and INSPIRE ORTHODONTICS (10.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SP3 postcode district?
Places in or next to SP3 include Teffont Magna, Teffont Evias, Chilmark, Bapton, Sutton Mandeville, Chicksgrove, Sutton Row and Codford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SP3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Teffont Magna, Wiltshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SP3?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Teffont Magna, Wiltshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.