Orthodontic practices near Abbots Leigh
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Abbots Leigh, 25 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, 1.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 1.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 2.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 2.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 2.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Abbots Leigh with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 1.8 miles east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (2.1 miles north) and Kingswood (6.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 1.8 miles east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 2.1 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.0 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 6.1 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 6.6 miles east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 9.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Abbots Leigh
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 12.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 12.6 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.4 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Abbots Leigh at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,432 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 139 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within North Somerset | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.8 miles away, closer than 71% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Katherine's School — 1.2 miles Ashton Park School — 1.8 miles Oasis Academy Brightstowe — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,487 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield, Bristol — 2 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 2 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Abbots Leigh
The nearest practice to Abbots Leigh is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (1.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Abbots Leigh list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 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 Abbots Leigh are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Abbots Leigh
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Orthodontist in Abbots Leigh: Before booking anything in Abbots Leigh, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of North Somerset.
Area profile for Abbots Leigh
Abbots Leigh — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Abbots Leigh's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,432 residents in the neighbourhood around Abbots Leigh, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Abbots Leigh is better served than 88% of towns in England. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Abbots Leigh attend schools such as St Katherine's School (1.2 miles) and Ashton Park School (1.8 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Abbots Leigh's Local Authority. Abbots Leigh falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Abbots Leigh is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 3 miles away.
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Practice data for Abbots Leigh
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Abbots Leigh. The closest on record are Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, about 2 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 2 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 6 miles away.
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Just around 2 km south-east, Leigh Woods is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Abbots Leigh
Orthodontic treatment in Abbots Leigh is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Abbots Leigh
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Abbots Leigh
What's available in Abbots Leigh depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Abbots Leigh is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Abbots Leigh. Census data puts 15.8% of Abbots Leigh's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Abbots Leigh, 6.4% of the 1,432 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Abbots Leigh is better served than 88% of towns in England. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Abbots Leigh are St Katherine's School (1.2 miles) and Ashton Park School (1.8 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 84 schools and 32,275 pupils in Abbots Leigh's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Abbots Leigh falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Abbots Leigh is about 3 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Abbots Leigh
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Abbots Leigh can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Abbots Leigh
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Abbots Leigh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Abbots Leigh
These local links are here for anyone comparing Abbots Leigh, North Somerset against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Leigh Woods, Sea Mills, Ham Green, Long Ashton, Bower Ashton, and Failand.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Abbots Leigh
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Abbots Leigh often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Abbots Leigh?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Abbots Leigh is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, about 1.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (1.8 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Abbots Leigh?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Abbots Leigh, 25 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Abbots Leigh?
The nearest practice to Abbots Leigh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, about 1.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (1.8 miles) and Smile Solution (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Abbots Leigh, North Somerset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Abbots Leigh, North Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.