Orthodontic practices near Ashton Vale
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Ashton Vale, 25 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 2.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 2.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 2.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 2.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ashton Vale with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 2.1 miles north-east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (4.5 miles north-west) and Kingswood (5.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.5 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 6.2 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 7.3 miles north |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 9.7 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 Ashton Vale
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 11.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 10.8 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ashton Vale at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bristol, City of |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,133 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 35.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,412 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 45th closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ashton Park School — 0.7 miles Bedminster Down School — 0.7 miles E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 10,763 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 168 schools, 69,339 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, Bristol — 2 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 4 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 63 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Ashton Vale
Ashton Vale is 2.1 miles from Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Ashton Vale list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ashton Vale are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ashton Vale
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Orthodontist in Ashton Vale: People weighing up braces or aligners in Ashton Vale can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City of Bristol.
What official data says about Ashton Vale
ONS classifies Ashton Vale as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 19% of Ashton Vale's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 2,133 residents in Ashton Vale's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ashton Vale 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 Ashton Vale attend schools such as Ashton Park School (0.7 miles) and Bedminster Down School (0.7 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Ashton Vale's Local Authority has 168 schools educating 69,339 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Ashton Vale among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ashton Vale is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 2 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Bower Ashton, Highridge, Ashton Gate, Bishopsworth, Headley Park, and Hotwells.
Local orthodontic signals in Ashton Vale
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ashton Vale itself. The nearest we do hold are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 2 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 5 miles away.
Ashton Vale at a glance
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Bower Ashton, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in Ashton Vale Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Ashton Vale offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ashton Vale
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ashton Vale
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ashton Vale can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Ashton Vale
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ashton Vale
No orthodontic practice covers Ashton Vale directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Ashton Vale is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Ashton Vale falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 19% of Ashton Vale's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,133 residents in the neighbourhood around Ashton Vale, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Ashton Vale has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Ashton Vale attend schools such as Ashton Park School (0.7 miles) and Bedminster Down School (0.7 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 168 schools and 69,339 pupils in Ashton Vale's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Ashton Vale sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Ashton Vale is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ashton Vale. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ashton Vale
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Ashton Vale, City of Bristol, these local links help you keep browsing. You can also browse nearby location pages including Bower Ashton, Highridge, Ashton Gate, Bishopsworth, Headley Park, and Hotwells.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ashton Vale
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ashton Vale often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ashton Vale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ashton Vale is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 2.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Clifton Dental Studio (2.1 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ashton Vale?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Ashton Vale, 25 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ashton Vale?
The nearest practice to Ashton Vale that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 2.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (2.1 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ashton Vale, City of Bristol?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ashton Vale, City of Bristol?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.