Orthodontic practices near TA18
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of TA18, 4 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 0.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
| Smile Dental LaboratoryYeovil | 7.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 7.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (352 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 15.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 15.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 16.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 16.5 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 TA18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 0.3 miles west; the next are Yeovil (7.5 miles north-east) and Henlade (15.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 0.3 miles west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 7.5 miles north-east |
| Henlade | 1 | 15.3 miles north-west |
| Taunton | 3 | 15.3 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 TA18
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), 15.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 15.3 miles north-west |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| Yeovil HospitalYeovil | 3.8 (352 reviews) | 7.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TA18
The nearest practice to TA18 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Confident Orthodontics (15.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TA18 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TA18 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 15.3 miles away.
TA18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,374 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 761 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wadham School — 0.4 miles Beaminster School — 5.1 miles Stanchester Academy — 5.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 763 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — under a mile Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 8 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA16, TA17, TA13, DT8, TA14, TA12, TA15, 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.
Starting your orthodontic search in TA18
Patients in the TA18 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for TA18 is Crewkerne.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA18 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Yeovil Dental Access Centre (7.5 miles) and Smile Dental Laboratory (7.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA18?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of TA18, 4 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA18?
The nearest practice to TA18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 15.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (15.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA18 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA18 include Crewkerne, Broadshard, Furringdons Cross, Merriottsford, Puddle Town, Merriott, Roundham and North Perrott.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA18 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Crewkerne, Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near TA18?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Crewkerne, Somerset 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.