Orthodontic practices near TA20
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of TA20; 1 practice within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 7.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 7.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 10.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 10.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 11.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 11.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 11.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 11.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 13.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TA20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewkerne, 7.4 miles east; the next are Henlade (10.8 miles north-west) and Taunton (10.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 1 | 7.4 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 10.8 miles north-west |
| Taunton | 5 | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 13.7 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 TA20
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), 10.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 13.7 miles north-west |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 4.6 (118 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 TA20
The nearest practice to TA20 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, 7.4 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 15.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Orthodontics (10.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TA20 list clear aligners, the nearest 10.9 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 TA20 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, 10.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TA20 to Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental is roughly 15 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 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 23.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TA20 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,521 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,173 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Holyrood Academy — 0.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,282 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) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, Crewkerne — 7 miles Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics, Henlade — 11 miles Confident Orthodontics, Taunton — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA19, EX13, TA17, TA3, DT7, TA13, TA16, TA18 |
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 TA20
A typical orthodontic search around TA20 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 TA20 is Jocelyn Park.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA20 is Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 7.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (10.8 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (10.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA20?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TA20, 1 practice within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Crewkerne, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA20?
The nearest practice to TA20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics in Henlade, about 10.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Confident Orthodontics (10.9 miles) and Wellington Dental Practice (13.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA20 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA20 include Jocelyn Park, Furnham, Chard, Crimchard, Holbear, Cuttiford's Door, Nimmer and Pudleigh.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA20 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Jocelyn Park, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near TA20 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.