NHS Treatment in Brentry at a Glance
| 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) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 2,610 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bristol — 2.1 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bristol Free School — 0.6 miles Blaise High School — 0.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents 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 listing NHS orthodontics near Brentry
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of Brentry, 28 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, 2.1 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 3.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Brentry with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bristol, 2.1 miles south; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (3.1 miles south-west) and Stoke Gifford (3.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 12 | 2.1 miles south |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 3.2 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 5.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Brentry
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 9.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Brentry, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is My Dentist, 1.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bristol, 2.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Brentry are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Brentry follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across City of Bristol.
NHS Waiting Times in Brentry
NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Bristol vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Brentry
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Bristol vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
No orthodontic practice covers Brentry directly, though My Dentist (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. National deprivation data ranks Brentry among England's more deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 2,610 residents in the neighbourhood around Brentry, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Brentry is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away. Brentry — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 20.1% of Brentry's population at under 16. Families in Brentry are served by secondary schools including Bristol Free School (0.6 miles) and Blaise High School (0.9 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 168 schools and 69,339 pupils across Brentry's Local Authority. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Brentry has more choice than 92% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Brentry. The closest on record are WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, about 2 miles away; Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 3 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Brentry
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Brentry costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Children's Orthodontics in Brentry
Children's orthodontics in Brentry covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Brentry increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Brentry
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Brentry
Many patients in Brentry are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across City of Bristol to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Brentry — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in City of Bristol differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Brentry
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Brentry?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Brentry is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.1 miles) and Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Brentry?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of Brentry, 28 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Brentry?
The nearest practice to Brentry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, about 2.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (2.1 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (3.1 miles).
Does Brentry have a dental practice?
No orthodontic practice covers Brentry directly — the nearest dentist, My Dentist, is about 2 miles away and is a normal first stop for a referral into orthodontic care.
What NHS area is Brentry in for dental services?
Brentry sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Brentry?
ONS classifies Brentry as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What county is Brentry in?
Brentry falls within City of Bristol.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS orthodontic contracts require reasonable attendance. Repeatedly missing adjustment appointments can lead to treatment being discontinued, as it extends the course and ties up limited NHS capacity. If you're struggling to attend, tell the practice rather than simply not turning up.
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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