Orthodontic practices near TA22
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of TA22; 6 practices within 20. The closest is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, 12.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 12.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 14.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 18.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 19.2 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 19.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 19.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Goodbody Clinic - Confident OrthodonticsHenlade | 20.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 20.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (247 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TA22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is South Molton, 12.8 miles west; the next are Langford Budville (14.6 miles east) and Taunton (18.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| South Molton | 1 | 12.8 miles west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 14.6 miles east |
| Taunton | 5 | 18.6 miles east |
| Henlade | 1 | 20.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TA22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville (4.9 from 200 reviews), 14.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 14.6 miles east |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 12.8 miles west |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 19.4 miles east |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 4.0 (479 reviews) | 18.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TA22
The nearest practice to TA22 is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, 12.8 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. 6 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (19.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TA22 list clear aligners, the nearest 14.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TA22 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 14.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TA22 to Whitehall Dental Practice 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 330 to 670 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £150 to £300 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 330 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TA22 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,924 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.5% aged 16 to 24 and 20.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 41 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 35 miles |
| 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 | Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 13 miles Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 15 miles Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton — 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, 6 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX16, TA24, TA23, EX36, EX15, TA4, EX17, TA21 |
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 TA22
People searching from TA22 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 TA22 is Battleton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA22 is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 12.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Wellington Dental Practice (14.6 miles) and Musgrove Park Hospital (18.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA22?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TA22, 0 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in South Molton, 12.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA22?
The nearest practice to TA22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 14.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Goodbody Clinic - Confident Orthodontics (20.8 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (20.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA22 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA22 include Battleton, Dulverton, Brushford, Exebridge, Bridgetown, Waddicombe, Oldways End and East Anstey.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA22 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Battleton, 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 TA22 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.