Orthodontic practices near TA8
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of TA8; 8 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, 7.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 7.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 7.5 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 7.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 7.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 8.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 8.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 9.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TA8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 7.3 miles north; the next are Bridgwater (7.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 7.3 miles north |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 7.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TA8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cornhill Dental Practice in Bridgwater (4.9 from 62 reviews), 8.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 4.9 (62 reviews) | 8.1 miles south |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (135 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 4.7 (28 reviews) | 7.3 miles north |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.6 (40 reviews) | 7.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TA8
From TA8 the nearest practice is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, 7.3 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. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Twenty 2 Dental (7.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TA8 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TA8 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, 7.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 20 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TA8 to Twenty 2 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 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 15% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TA8 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 9.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,675 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 | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,758 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The King Alfred School — 1.4 miles Broadoak Academy — 5.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,269 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 | Twenty 2 Dental, Weston-super-Mare — 7 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 8 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 15 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 32 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA9, BS23, BS24, TA6, BS22, TA7, BS26, TA5 |
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 TA8
Most TA8 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 TA8 is Burnham-on-Sea.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TA8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TA8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TA8 is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, about 7.3 miles to the north. The next closest are The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (7.5 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TA8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TA8, 8 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 7.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TA8?
The nearest practice to TA8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 7.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Weston Orthodontic Centre (7.6 miles) and Quantock View Dental Centre (9.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the TA8 postcode district?
Places in or next to TA8 include Burnham-on-Sea, Highbridge, Brent Knoll, Edithmead, Huntspill, Battleborough, Lympsham and East Brent.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TA8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near TA8?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.