Retainers in Backwell Common at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 4.9 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Teodora Todorova, Mangotsfield — 12.2 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield, Bristol — 5.8 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of 1,211 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 1 within 5 miles, 20 within 10, 74 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,973 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Backwell Common listing retainers
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. The nearest listing retainers is Smile Solution, 4.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (150 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) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 6.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 6.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 6.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 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 practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Easton-in-Gordano, 4.9 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (5.8 miles north-east) and Weston-super-Mare (10.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.9 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 5.8 miles north-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 1 | 10.7 miles south-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 11.1 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 12.2 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 |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 5.9 miles east |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 4.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Backwell Common
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano (4.9 miles) | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (5.8 miles); Clifton Dental Studio (5.9 miles) | 12 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Teodora Todorova, Mangotsfield (12.2 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield, Bristol (5.8 miles) | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (5.8 miles); Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6 miles) | 9 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol (5.8 miles) | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (5.8 miles); Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6 miles) | 8 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Any orthodontic practice in Backwell Common can fit, replace or repair them if you need it.
Retainer Services in Backwell Common
Provision in Backwell Common varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Backwell Common is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Backwell Common falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Backwell Common's under-16 share sits at 16.5%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Backwell Common, 7.4% of the 1,211 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Backwell Common are 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). By national deprivation ranking, Backwell Common sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Backwell Common is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 7 miles away. See local practice availability in Backwell Common → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Backwell Common to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Backwell Common can usually provide replacement retainers.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Backwell Common?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in Backwell Common now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Backwell Common
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Backwell Common can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Backwell Common
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Backwell Common is a milestone — but not the end of the process. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Teeth Whitening After Braces in Backwell Common
Many patients want to whiten their teeth immediately after braces come off. Wait at least 4 weeks before starting whitening — enamel is temporarily more porous after de-bonding and needs time to remineralise. Professional whitening after this period produces excellent results on freshly straightened teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Backwell Common
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.
Where can I get a retainer near Backwell Common?
The nearest practice to Backwell Common that lists retainers is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (5.8 miles) and Clifton Dental Studio (5.9 miles).
Which county covers Backwell Common?
Backwell Common falls within North Somerset.
Which towns are close to Backwell Common?
Nailsea, Flax Bourton, Clapton in Gordano are within easy reach of Backwell Common.
How deprived is Backwell Common compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Backwell Common is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What kind of area is Backwell Common?
By ONS classification, Backwell Common falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What happens if I stop wearing my retainer?
Teeth begin to drift back toward their original positions without retainer support. The speed of drift varies — some patients see movement within weeks, others take months. If your removable retainer stops fitting, do not force it in. Contact your orthodontist for assessment — early intervention is far less costly than waiting.
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.
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