Orthodontic practices near Clay Bottom
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Clay Bottom, 41 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, 0.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 0.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| Lodge Causeway Dental CentreKingswood | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (518 reviews) |
| Staple Hill Dental PracticeMangotsfield | 1.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| Dental Touch - Dentist in BristolBristol | 2.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (110 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| BRISTOL ORTHODONTICSBristol | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 2.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clay Bottom with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 0.7 miles south; the next are Kingswood (1.2 miles east) and Mangotsfield (1.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 0.7 miles south |
| Kingswood | 1 | 1.2 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 1.8 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 4.1 miles north |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 5.3 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clay Bottom
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), 2.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-west |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 4.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clay Bottom 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,247 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 42.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,798 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 23 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 17th closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The City Academy Bristol — 0.9 miles Bristol Metropolitan Academy — 0.9 miles Bristol Brunel Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 20,909 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 | Church Road Dental Practice, Bristol — under a mile Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 1 miles Staple Hill Dental Practice, Mangotsfield — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 64 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BS5 |
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 Clay Bottom
Clay Bottom has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 64.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Clay Bottom list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Clay Bottom are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clay Bottom
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Practice signals around Clay Bottom
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Clay Bottom. The nearest we do hold are Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, under a mile away; Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about a mile away; and Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, about 2 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Clay Hill, Crofts End, Upper Eastville, Redfield, Russell Town, and Burchells Green can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Clay Bottom in numbers
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Clay Hill, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Clay Bottom
Clay Bottom — 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. Clay Bottom's under-16 share sits at 19.6%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 2,247 residents in Clay Bottom's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (23), Clay Bottom has more choice than 93% 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 Clay Bottom are The City Academy Bristol (0.9 miles) and Bristol Metropolitan Academy (0.9 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. Clay Bottom's Local Authority area covers 168 schools and 69,339 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Clay Bottom is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clay Bottom is about 2 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Orthodontic Treatments in Clay Bottom
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Clay Bottom has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Clay Bottom
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 Clay Bottom practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Clay Bottom
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Clay Bottom helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Clay Bottom
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Clay Bottom — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clay Bottom. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clay Bottom
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Clay Bottom, City of Bristol. Related nearby location pages such as Clay Hill, Crofts End, Upper Eastville, Redfield, Russell Town, and Burchells Green can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Clay Bottom
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clay Bottom often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clay Bottom?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clay Bottom is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, about 0.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles) and Staple Hill Dental Practice (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clay Bottom?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Clay Bottom, 41 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clay Bottom?
The nearest practice to Clay Bottom that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, about 0.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles) and Staple Hill Dental Practice (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clay Bottom, City of Bristol?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Clay Bottom, City of Bristol?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.