Orthodontic practices near Catbrain
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Catbrain, 28 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, 1.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 1.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (474 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 2.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Catbrain with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stoke Gifford, 1.8 miles east; the next are Bristol (2.8 miles south) and Easton-in-Gordano (3.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 1.8 miles east |
| Bristol | 17 | 2.8 miles south |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 4.2 miles east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 5.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Catbrain
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 8.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 8.9 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 4.2 miles south |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Catbrain at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Gloucestershire |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,353 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 33.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 114 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within South Gloucestershire | 52nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 2.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.8 miles away, closer than 71% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in South Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Blaise High School — 1.1 miles Bristol Free School — 1.3 miles Orchard School Bristol — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 9,087 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 121 schools, 41,884 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Charlton Dental Bristol, Stoke Gifford — 2 miles WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bristol — 3 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 61 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 Catbrain
Catbrain is 1.8 miles from Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (4.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Catbrain list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Catbrain are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Catbrain
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Orthodontist in Catbrain: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Catbrain. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Catbrain or another part of South Gloucestershire.
Continue your local research
For a broader view, related location pages cover Brentry, Compton Greenfield, Cribbs Causeway, Easter Compton, Henbury, and Southmead as well as this one.
What official data says about Catbrain
Catbrain — 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 figures show 18.3% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Catbrain, 6.4% of the 2,353 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (20), Catbrain 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 Catbrain attend schools such as Blaise High School (1.1 miles) and Bristol Free School (1.3 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 121 schools and 41,884 pupils across Catbrain's Local Authority. Catbrain sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Catbrain is about 4 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Catbrain at a glance
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Brentry, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Catbrain
There is no orthodontist on our records in Catbrain itself. The nearest we do hold are Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2 miles away; WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, about 3 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Catbrain
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Catbrain has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Catbrain — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Catbrain — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Catbrain — 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 18.3% of Catbrain's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,353 residents in the neighbourhood around Catbrain, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. Catbrain has 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, more 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 Catbrain attend schools such as Blaise High School (1.1 miles) and Bristol Free School (1.3 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Catbrain's Local Authority area covers 121 schools and 41,884 pupils, according to DfE figures. Catbrain sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Catbrain is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Catbrain itself. The closest on record are Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2 miles away; WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, about 3 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Catbrain
Many people in Catbrain delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Catbrain follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Catbrain. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Catbrain
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Catbrain, South Gloucestershire. You can also browse nearby location pages including Brentry, Compton Greenfield, Cribbs Causeway, Easter Compton, Henbury, and Southmead.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Catbrain
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Catbrain often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Catbrain?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Catbrain is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 1.8 miles to the east. The next closest are WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.8 miles) and Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Catbrain?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Catbrain, 28 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Catbrain?
The nearest practice to Catbrain that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bristol, about 2.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (2.8 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Catbrain, South Gloucestershire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Catbrain, South Gloucestershire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.