Orthodontic practices near TA24
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of TA24; 8 practices within 20. The closest is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 17.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Dental CentreBarry | 17.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (16 reviews) |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 18.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| The Waterfront Dental SurgeryBarry | 18.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (39 reviews) |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 18.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 18.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (278 reviews) |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 19.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (157 reviews) |
| Cowbridge Dental SpecialistsCowbridge | 19.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (40 reviews) |
| COWBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS LTDCowbridge | 19.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TA24 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barry, 17.7 miles north-east; the next are South Molton (18.3 miles south-west) and Langford Budville (18.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barry | 3 | 17.7 miles north-east |
| South Molton | 1 | 18.3 miles south-west |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 18.6 miles south-east |
| Cowbridge | 3 | 19.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TA24
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Advance Dental Care in Barry (5.0 from 278 reviews), 18.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 18.7 miles north-east |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 5.0 (157 reviews) | 19.5 miles north |
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 4.9 (200 reviews) | 18.6 miles south-east |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 18.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TA24
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of TA24; the nearest is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 17.7 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 8 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Waterfront Dental Surgery (18.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around TA24 list clear aligners, the nearest 17.7 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 TA24 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 17.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 26 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TA24 to Holton Dental Centre is roughly 40 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 460 to 920 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £205 to £415 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 280 to 460 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TA24 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 | 10.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,989 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 19.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 33 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Minehead Middle School — 2.1 miles West Somerset College — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,315 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 | Holton Dental Centre, Barry — 18 miles Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 18 miles Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 19 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 8 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA22, TA23, CF61, EX16, TA4, CF71, CF62, EX35 |
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 TA24
A typical orthodontic search around TA24 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 TA24 is Wootton Courtenay.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA24
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA24?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA24 is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 17.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Whitehall Dental Practice (18.3 miles) and The Waterfront Dental Surgery (18.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA24?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TA24, 0 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Barry, 17.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA24?
The nearest practice to TA24 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 17.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Wellington Dental Practice (18.6 miles) and Advance Dental Care (18.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA24 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA24 include Wootton Courtenay, Tivington, Wydon, West Myne, Cutcombe, Selworthy, Luccombe and Wheddon Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA24 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Wootton Courtenay, Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near TA24?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.