Orthodontic practices near SP8
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SP8; 10 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 13.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 13.1 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 13.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 13.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 13.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 16.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 16.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 16.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 19.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SP8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 13.1 miles north; the next are Yeovil (16.2 miles south-west) and Mendip (19.4 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 SP8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome (4.9 from 198 reviews), 13.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 13.6 miles north |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 13.5 miles north |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 4.4 (19 reviews) | 19.4 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 SP8
From SP8 the nearest practice is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 13.1 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. 10 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around SP8 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.6 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 SP8 are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 13.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SP8 to Southwest Dental Laboratory 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 12.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SP8 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,589 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 223 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gillingham School — 1.0 miles Shaftesbury School — 4.9 miles King Arthur's School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school (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 | Southwest Dental Laboratory, Frome — 13 miles Yeovil Hospital, Yeovil — 16 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 19 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, 10 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DT10, SP7, BA9, BA8, BA12, BA10, BA11, DT11 |
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 SP8
A typical orthodontic search around SP8 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SP8 is Eccliffe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SP8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SP8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SP8 is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 13.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (13.2 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (13.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SP8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SP8, 0 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 13.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SP8?
The nearest practice to SP8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 13.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (19.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the SP8 postcode district?
Places in or next to SP8 include Eccliffe, Lodbourne, Colesbrook, Peacemarsh, Milton on Stour, Bowridge Hill, Bugley and Madjeston.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SP8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Eccliffe, Dorset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SP8?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Eccliffe, Dorset can start an assessment today.
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.