Orthodontic practices near Boxbush
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Boxbush, 17 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, 3.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 3.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 5.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 6.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
| ROGER MOORE DENTALGloucester | 6.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 6.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 6.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Boxbush with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Quedgeley, 3.8 miles east; the next are Gloucester (5.9 miles east) and Stonehouse (6.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Quedgeley | 1 | 3.8 miles east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 5.9 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 6.0 miles south-east |
| Stroud | 5 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham | 12 | 12.9 miles north-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 14.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Boxbush
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 6.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 6.3 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 13.6 miles north-east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Boxbush at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Forest of Dean |
| NHS dental services | NHS 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,394 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% 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 | 52 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 228th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Severn Vale School — 3.5 miles Holmleigh Park High School — 4.6 miles The Crypt School — 5.2 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 4 miles The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, Gloucester — 6 miles Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, Stonehouse — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 38 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 Boxbush
Boxbush is 3.8 miles from St.James Dental in Quedgeley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Phoenix Orthodontics (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (6.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Boxbush list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 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 Boxbush are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, 5.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 27 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Boxbush
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Orthodontist in Boxbush: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Boxbush keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is relevant to searches focused on both Boxbush and the wider Gloucestershire area.
Local orthodontic signals in Boxbush
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Boxbush. The closest on record are St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 4 miles away; The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, about 6 miles away; and Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, about 6 miles away.
Facts about Boxbush
Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Chaxhill, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Boxbush
Boxbush's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,394 residents in the neighbourhood around Boxbush, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Boxbush are Severn Vale School (3.5 miles) and Holmleigh Park High School (4.6 miles). Boxbush'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 Boxbush is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 27 miles away.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Chaxhill, Stantway, Wicks Green, Lower Ley, Framilode, and Priding if you are weighing up more than one location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Boxbush
The orthodontic landscape in Boxbush offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Boxbush
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 Boxbush practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Boxbush
Starting orthodontic treatment in Boxbush can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Boxbush
Treatment in Boxbush runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Boxbush. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Boxbush
This part of the page places Boxbush, Gloucestershire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can also browse nearby location pages including Chaxhill, Stantway, Wicks Green, Lower Ley, Framilode, and Priding.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Boxbush
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Boxbush often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boxbush?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boxbush is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 3.8 miles to the east. The next closest are The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (5.9 miles) and Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Boxbush?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Boxbush, 17 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Boxbush?
The nearest practice to Boxbush that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, about 5.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (6.0 miles) and Phoenix Orthodontics (6.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Boxbush, Gloucestershire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Boxbush, Gloucestershire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.