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Orthodontic practices near Badminton

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Badminton; 11 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.4 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury5.4 miles west––✓4.9 (140 reviews)
Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury5.7 miles west–––4.0 (28 reviews)
Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental PracticeChippenham7.8 miles south-east–––3.5 (153 reviews)
Hathaway Medical CentreChippenham7.9 miles south-east✓––3.1 (279 reviews)
Clove House Dental & Implant CentreCorsham8.3 miles south-east–––4.8 (454 reviews)
Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton8.6 miles west✓––3.3 (44 reviews)
PerioWorld Dental Suites.Chippenham8.8 miles south-east✓––4.8 (182 reviews)
The High Street Dental Practice - Chippenham (Not accepting new NHS patients)Chippenham9.0 miles south-east✓––4.8 (106 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Badminton with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chipping Sodbury, 5.4 miles west; the next are Chippenham (7.8 miles south-east) and Corsham (8.3 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Chipping Sodbury25.4 miles west
Chippenham67.8 miles south-east
Corsham18.3 miles south-east
Iron Acton18.6 miles west
Mangotsfield39.0 miles west
Bristol111.0 miles south-west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Badminton

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (5.0 from 221 reviews), 9.1 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham5.0 (221 reviews)9.1 miles south-east
Aquae Sulis DentalBath5.0 (167 reviews)11.7 miles south-west
Bath Dental ClinicBath5.0 (12 reviews)11.2 miles south
Circus OrthodonticsBath4.9 (277 reviews)11.2 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Badminton at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSouth Gloucestershire
NHS dental servicesNHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Population271
Residents under 1615% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,690 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre35 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within South Gloucestershire122nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 2.7 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in South Gloucestershire
Nearest university dental hospitalBristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsChipping Sodbury School — 5.0 miles
Yate Academy — 5.8 miles
Schools in council area121 schools, 41,884 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay19.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesRidge Dental, Chipping Sodbury — 5 miles
Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice, Chippenham — 8 miles
Clove House Dental & Implant Centre, Corsham — 8 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles11 within 10 miles, 65 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 Badminton

From Badminton the nearest practice is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.4 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 11 practices, and within 20 there are 65.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Teodora Todorova (9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 13 of the practices around Badminton list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 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 Badminton are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hathaway Medical Centre in Chippenham, 7.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Badminton to Ridge Dental is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

Orthodontic Treatment In Badminton

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Orthodontic treatment options in Badminton

Orthodontist in Badminton: This page was put together for people in Badminton who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in South Gloucestershire. Badminton — a small village with a population of around 271 — is covered on this page specifically.

Practice data for Badminton

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Badminton. The nearest we do hold are Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 5 miles away; Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice in Chippenham, about 8 miles away; and Clove House Dental & Implant Centre in Corsham, about 8 miles away.

What official data says about Badminton

Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Badminton sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15% of Badminton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Badminton, 6.7% of the 1,690 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Badminton; the nearest is about 5 miles away. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Badminton attend schools such as Chipping Sodbury School (5.0 miles) and Yate Academy (5.8 miles). DfE figures put 121 schools and 41,884 pupils across Badminton's Local Authority. Badminton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Badminton is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.

Keep exploring nearby

For a broader view, related location pages cover Acton Turville, Little Badminton, Luckington, West Kington, Petty France, and Sopworth as well as this one.

Badminton at a glance

With a population of roughly 271, Badminton is a small village within South Gloucestershire. Acton Turville is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Badminton.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Badminton

Patients in Badminton have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

How to Choose in Badminton

The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Badminton practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Badminton

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Badminton helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Badminton

Every case in Badminton follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Badminton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Badminton

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Badminton often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Badminton?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Badminton is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 5.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Yate Dental Surgery (5.7 miles) and Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice (7.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Badminton?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Badminton, 11 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Chipping Sodbury, 5.4 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Badminton?

The nearest practice to Badminton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hathaway Medical Centre in Chippenham, about 7.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Frampton Dental Surgery (8.6 miles) and PerioWorld Dental Suites. (8.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Badminton, South Gloucestershire?

The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Badminton, South Gloucestershire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleBadminton, South Gloucestershire Teeth Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
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