Orthodontic practices near Brinsea
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Brinsea; 4 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 5.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 5.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 6.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 6.7 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 7.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 11.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 11.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 11.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 11.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Brinsea with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 5.6 miles west; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (11.0 miles north-east) and Bristol (11.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 5.6 miles west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 11.0 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 11.1 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 11.9 miles south-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 14.6 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 2 | 15.4 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 Brinsea
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), 11.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 11.1 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 11.2 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 15.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Brinsea 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,886 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 175 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 70th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Churchill Academy & Sixth Form — 1.0 miles Priory Community School — 4.8 miles Backwell School — 5.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,488 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 | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 6 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 11 miles Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 71 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 Brinsea
The nearest practice to Brinsea is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 5.6 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 71.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (6.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Brinsea list clear aligners, the nearest 6.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Brinsea are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 12 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Brinsea to Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre 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 150 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Brinsea
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Orthodontist in Brinsea: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Brinsea? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of North Somerset.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Honey Hall, Doleberrow, Churchill, Congresbury, Iwood, and Udley if you are weighing up more than one location.
Brinsea in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Honey Hall, under 1 km to the west.
Practice signals around Brinsea
There is no orthodontist on our records in Brinsea itself. The nearest recorded are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 11 miles away; and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 11 miles away.
The local picture in Brinsea
Brinsea is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Brinsea falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 16.2% of Brinsea's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,886 residents in the neighbourhood around Brinsea, 8.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Brinsea has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Brinsea are served by secondary schools including Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (1.0 miles) and Priory Community School (4.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Brinsea's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Brinsea sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Brinsea is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 12 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Brinsea
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Brinsea can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Brinsea
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Brinsea — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Brinsea
Starting orthodontic treatment in Brinsea 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Brinsea
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Brinsea — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Brinsea. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Brinsea
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Brinsea, North Somerset. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Honey Hall, Doleberrow, Churchill, Congresbury, Iwood, and Udley.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Brinsea
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Brinsea often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Brinsea?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Brinsea is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 5.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (6.7 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Brinsea?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Brinsea, 4 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Brinsea?
The nearest practice to Brinsea that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Smile Solution (11.0 miles) and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Brinsea, North Somerset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Brinsea, North Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.