Orthodontic practices near Bedminster
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Bedminster, 30 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is The Bristol Dental Practice, 0.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 0.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 1.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 1.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bedminster with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 0.8 miles north; the next are Kingswood (4.0 miles north-east) and Easton-in-Gordano (4.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 0.8 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 4.0 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.6 miles north-west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 6.2 miles north |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 8.3 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 Bedminster
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), 10.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 1.1 miles north |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 1.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bedminster 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 | 8.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,498 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 51.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 45.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,862 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 22nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 2.4% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School — 0.7 miles Oasis Academy Temple Quarter — 0.7 miles Bristol Cathedral Choir School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 16 schools, about 17,418 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 | The Bristol Dental Practice, Bristol — under a mile Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 4 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 64 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BS3, BS99 |
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 Bedminster
Bedminster has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Bristol Dental Practice is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 64.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Bristol Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Bedminster list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Bedminster are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Bristol Dental Practice, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 1 mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bedminster
City of Bristol12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Bedminster
Orthodontist in Bedminster: People weighing up braces or aligners in Bedminster can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It connects local orthodontic research in Bedminster with the wider City of Bristol area.
Area profile for Bedminster
Bedminster is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. With just 8.6% of residents under 16, Bedminster skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.4% of the 1,498 residents in Bedminster's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (20), Bedminster has more choice than 91% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Bedminster attend schools such as St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (0.7 miles) and Oasis Academy Temple Quarter (0.7 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 168 schools and 69,339 pupils in Bedminster's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Bedminster falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bedminster is about 1 mile from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Keep exploring nearby
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Canon's Marsh, Novers Park, Lower Knowle, Ashton Gate, Bristol, and Inn's Court.
Where Bedminster sits locally
Novers Park is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Bedminster.
Useful local orthodontic context for Bedminster
There is no orthodontist on our records in Bedminster itself. The nearest we do hold are The Bristol Dental Practice, under a mile away; Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 4 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bedminster
Patients in Bedminster have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Bedminster — Local Context
Not every practice near Bedminster offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Bedminster is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Bedminster's under-16 share, 8.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 2.4% of the 1,498 residents in Bedminster's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Bedminster has 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Bedminster are St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (0.7 miles) and Oasis Academy Temple Quarter (0.7 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 168 schools and 69,339 pupils in Bedminster's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Bedminster falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bedminster is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 1 mile away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bedminster itself. The nearest recorded are The Bristol Dental Practice, under a mile away; Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 4 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Bedminster
Starting orthodontic treatment in Bedminster 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Bedminster
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Bedminster — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bedminster. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bedminster
If Bedminster, City of Bristol is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Nearby pages covering Canon's Marsh, Novers Park, Lower Knowle, Ashton Gate, Bristol, and Inn's Court may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bedminster
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bedminster often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bedminster?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bedminster is The Bristol Dental Practice, about 0.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Queen Square Dental Clinic (0.8 miles) and Positeeth (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bedminster?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Bedminster, 30 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bedminster?
The nearest practice to Bedminster that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Bristol Dental Practice, about 0.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (1.1 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (1.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bedminster, City of Bristol?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bedminster, City of Bristol?
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.