Orthodontic practices near Barrow Gurney
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Barrow Gurney, 22 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 4.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 4.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 4.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 4.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 4.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Barrow Gurney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 4.5 miles north-east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (5.4 miles north) and Kingswood (8.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 4.5 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.4 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 8.0 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 8.8 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 3 | 11.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barrow Gurney
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), 4.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 4.5 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 9.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Barrow Gurney 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 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,485 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 26.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 116 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England |
| Access within North Somerset | 54th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Backwell School — 2.6 miles Bedminster Down School — 2.7 miles E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,907 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 | Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, Bristol — 4 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 5 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 60 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 4 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 Barrow Gurney
The nearest practice to Barrow Gurney is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 4.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (4.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Barrow Gurney list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 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 Barrow Gurney 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, 4.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Barrow Gurney
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Orthodontist in Barrow Gurney: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Barrow Gurney. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across North Somerset, not just Barrow Gurney.
Barrow Gurney in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Ashton Watering, around 1 km to the north.
What local practice data suggests in Barrow Gurney
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Barrow Gurney itself. The nearest recorded are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 4 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 8 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
You can continue browsing related location pages including Ashton Watering, Cambridge Batch, Long Ashton, Lulsgate Bottom, Potters Hill, and Barrow Common if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
What official data says about Barrow Gurney
Barrow Gurney is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Barrow Gurney falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Barrow Gurney's under-16 share sits at 20.7%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,485 residents in Barrow Gurney's census neighbourhood, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Barrow Gurney has more choice than 77% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Barrow Gurney are served by secondary schools including Backwell School (2.6 miles) and Bedminster Down School (2.7 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Barrow Gurney's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Barrow Gurney among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Barrow Gurney is about 5 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Barrow Gurney
Patients in Barrow Gurney have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Barrow Gurney
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Barrow Gurney
Starting orthodontic treatment in Barrow Gurney 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.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Barrow Gurney
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Barrow Gurney — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Barrow Gurney. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Barrow Gurney
These links help widen your research beyond Barrow Gurney, North Somerset if you're open to travelling a little further. This page links onward to Ashton Watering, Cambridge Batch, Long Ashton, Lulsgate Bottom, Potters Hill, and Barrow Common for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Barrow Gurney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Barrow Gurney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barrow Gurney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barrow Gurney is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 4.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Clifton Dental Studio (4.5 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Barrow Gurney?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Barrow Gurney, 22 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barrow Gurney?
The nearest practice to Barrow Gurney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 4.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (4.5 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (4.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barrow Gurney, 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 Barrow Gurney, North Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.