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Orthodontist Near TA16

This page focuses on orthodontic options for the TA16 postcode district and the Merriottsford, Somerset area around it. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. A short photo assessment gives you an early steer before committing to an appointment.

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Orthodontic practices near TA16

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of TA16, 4 practices within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 1.7 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne1.7 miles south–––4.6 (118 reviews)
Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil6.8 miles east–––4.8 (9 reviews)
Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil7.1 miles east––✓3.7 (3 reviews)
Yeovil HospitalYeovil7.4 miles east–––3.8 (352 reviews)
Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade14.0 miles north-west✓–––
Confident OrthodonticsTaunton14.0 miles north-west✓✓✓4.9 (247 reviews)
OrthoworldTaunton15.3 miles north-west–––5.0 (1 review)
Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton15.3 miles north-west––✓4.8 (143 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to TA16 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 1.7 miles south; the next are Yeovil (6.8 miles east) and Henlade (14.0 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Crewkerne11.7 miles south
Yeovil36.8 miles east
Henlade114.0 miles north-west
Taunton314.0 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 TA16

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton (4.9 from 247 reviews), 14.0 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Confident OrthodonticsTaunton4.9 (247 reviews)14.0 miles north-west
Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton4.8 (143 reviews)15.3 miles north-west
Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne4.6 (118 reviews)1.7 miles south
Yeovil HospitalYeovil3.8 (352 reviews)7.4 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from TA16

The nearest practice to TA16 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 1.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 15.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (14 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TA16 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.1 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 TA16 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 14 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 39 miles away.

TA16 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSomerset
NHS dental servicesNHS Somerset Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1612.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,519 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car8.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre129 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalBristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 39 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsWadham School — 1.5 miles
Stanchester Academy — 4.2 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 763 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay20.2% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesOrchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 2 miles
Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 7 miles
Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 14 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles4 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsTA18, TA13, TA17, TA14, TA12, TA15, DT8, TA19

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 TA16

A typical orthodontic search around TA16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.

The nearest town page for TA16 is Merriottsford.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA16

Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA16?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA16 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 1.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (6.8 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (7.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near TA16?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of TA16, 4 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA16?

The nearest practice to TA16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 14.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (14.0 miles).

Which places are in or near the TA16 postcode district?

Places in or next to TA16 include Merriottsford, Merriott, Broadshard, Furringdons Cross, Wigborough, Crewkerne, Pound and Yeabridge.

How do I find an orthodontist near the TA16 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Merriottsford, Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.

Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near TA16 online?

Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a 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.

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