Orthodontic practices near TA23
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of TA23; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 13.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 14.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (479 reviews) |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 14.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoworldTaunton | 14.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 14.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 15.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 15.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 15.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TA23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Langford Budville, 13.7 miles south-east; the next are Taunton (14.5 miles south-east) and Bridgwater (15.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Langford Budville | 1 | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Taunton | 4 | 14.5 miles south-east |
| Bridgwater | 3 | 15.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TA23
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), 13.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 15.3 miles east |
| Taunton Dental and Implant CentreTaunton | 4.8 (143 reviews) | 14.9 miles south-east |
| Musgrove Park HospitalTaunton | 4.0 (479 reviews) | 14.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TA23
From TA23 the nearest practice is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 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. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Taunton Dental and Implant Centre (14.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around TA23 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TA23 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TA23 to Wellington 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 360 to 710 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £320 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TA23 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,109 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 20.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 75 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School — 1.3 miles West Somerset College — 5.3 miles Minehead Middle School — 5.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school (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 | Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 14 miles Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton — 14 miles Cornhill Dental Practice, Bridgwater — 15 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, 15 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA4, TA24, TA21, TA22, CF62, TA5, CF63, CF61 |
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 TA23
Most TA23 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 TA23 is Washford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA23 is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 13.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Musgrove Park Hospital (14.5 miles) and Confident Orthodontics (14.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TA23, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Langford Budville, 13.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA23?
The nearest practice to TA23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 13.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include East Quay Medical Centre (15.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA23 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA23 include Washford, Stream, Saint Decumans, Beggearn Huish, Yarde, Watchet, Old Cleeve and Williton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Washford, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.