Retainers in Clevedon at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 7.3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 6.3 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 9.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.7% of 1,367 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 5 within 10, 77 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 19.8% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,216 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 near Clevedon listing retainers
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Clevedon; 5 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.3 miles south-west. The nearest listing retainers is Weston Orthodontic Centre, 7.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 7.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 10.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 10.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 10.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 11.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clevedon with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Weston-super-Mare, 7.3 miles south-west; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (8.7 miles north-east) and Bristol (10.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 1 | 7.3 miles south-west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 10.6 miles east |
| Newport | 1 | 11.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clevedon
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), 11.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| Newport Orthodontic CentreNewport | 4.9 (812 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 11.5 miles east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 10.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Clevedon
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (7.3 miles) | Smile Solution (8.7 miles); Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (10.6 miles) | 11 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare (6.3 miles) | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (10.1 miles); Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (10.6 miles) | 7 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol (10.1 miles) | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (10.6 miles); Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11 miles) | 5 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The result you paid for is only as durable as your commitment to retainers. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Clevedon treatment result lasts.
Retainer Services in Clevedon
Not every practice near Clevedon offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Clevedon is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 9.1% of Clevedon's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Clevedon, 3.7% of the 1,367 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Clevedon usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Clevedon are served by secondary schools including Clevedon School (0.9 miles) and Gordano School (4.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Clevedon's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Clevedon falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clevedon is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 12 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Clevedon → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Clevedon to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Clevedon can usually provide replacement retainers.
Types of Retainer Available in Clevedon
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Clevedon now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Because a fixed retainer removes the compliance question entirely, it's the surest safeguard against long-term drift.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Clevedon
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Clevedon, protecting the result begins. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for.
Long-Term Retention in Clevedon
Retention is lifelong. Teeth experience continuous biological pressure to drift throughout life. Removable retainers should be worn full-time for the first 3-6 months, then nights only indefinitely. The previous guidance of stopping after 2 years has been updated — consistent long-term wear is what prevents relapse.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Clevedon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clevedon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clevedon is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (7.3 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clevedon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Clevedon, 5 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 6.3 miles away.
Where can I get a retainer near Clevedon?
The nearest practice to Clevedon that lists retainers is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 7.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Smile Solution (8.7 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (10.6 miles).
What towns are near Clevedon?
Nearby towns include Norton's Wood, Walton Down, Kenn.
What kind of area is Clevedon?
ONS classifies Clevedon as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How's children's dental health in Clevedon's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Which county covers Clevedon?
Clevedon falls within North Somerset.
Can I get retainers if my teeth have already shifted?
For minor shifting, a new retainer made to your current position will stop further movement. For significant shift, a short retreatment course with aligners or braces may come first — an orthodontist assessment will confirm which applies.
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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