Orthodontic practices near Backwell Common
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Backwell Common, 20 practices within 10 and 74 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 4.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 5.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 5.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 5.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 5.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 6.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 6.1 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 Backwell Common with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 4.9 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (5.8 miles north-east) and Weston-super-Mare (9.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.9 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 5.8 miles north-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 9.5 miles south-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 9.8 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 10.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Backwell Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 6.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Backwell Common 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,211 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,973 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within North Somerset | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Nailsea School — 0.7 miles Backwell School — 1.0 miles Gordano School — 3.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,792 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 | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 5 miles Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield, Bristol — 6 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 74 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BS48 |
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 Backwell Common
Backwell Common is 4.9 miles from Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 74.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Backwell Common list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 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 Backwell Common are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 4.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Backwell Common
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The local picture in Backwell Common
By ONS classification, Backwell Common falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Backwell Common falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.5% of Backwell Common's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,211 residents in the neighbourhood around Backwell Common, 7.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.2% average across North Somerset. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Backwell Common attend schools such as Nailsea School (0.7 miles) and Backwell School (1.0 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Backwell Common's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Backwell Common's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Backwell Common is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Backwell Common
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Wraxall, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Backwell Common
There is no orthodontist on our records in Backwell Common itself. The closest on record are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5 miles away; Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, about 6 miles away; and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 10 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Backwell Common
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Which Treatment Is Right for You?
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The Orthodontic Journey in Backwell Common
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Areas We Cover Around Backwell Common
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Frequently Asked Questions in Backwell Common
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Backwell Common often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Backwell Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Backwell Common is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (5.8 miles) and Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (5.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Backwell Common?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Backwell Common, 20 practices within 10 miles and 74 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Backwell Common?
The nearest practice to Backwell Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (5.8 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (5.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Backwell Common, North Somerset?
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 Backwell Common, North Somerset?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.