NHS Treatment in Compton Greenfield 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 2,353 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford — 3.1 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Blaise High School — 1.4 miles Bristol Free School — 2.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% 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 Compton Greenfield
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Compton Greenfield, 28 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, 2.1 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 4.5 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 Compton Greenfield with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke Gifford, 3.1 miles east; the next are Bristol (3.5 miles south) and Easton-in-Gordano (3.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 3.1 miles east |
| Bristol | 12 | 3.5 miles south |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 5.8 miles south-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 6.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Compton Greenfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 8.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 8.1 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 5.2 miles south |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 5.5 miles south |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 3.7 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 Compton Greenfield, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is My Dentist, 3.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford, 3.1 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 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Compton Greenfield 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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Compton Greenfield focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Compton Greenfield
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 South Gloucestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Practices serving Compton Greenfield differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Compton Greenfield's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 2,353 residents in the neighbourhood around Compton Greenfield, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Compton Greenfield is about 5 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Compton Greenfield is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 18.3% of Compton Greenfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Families in Compton Greenfield are served by secondary schools including Blaise High School (1.4 miles) and Bristol Free School (2.0 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 121 schools and 41,884 pupils in Compton Greenfield's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Compton Greenfield has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Compton Greenfield itself. The nearest recorded are Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2 miles away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 3 miles away; and Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Compton Greenfield?
Many patients in South Gloucestershire wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Compton Greenfield
The NHS pathway in Compton Greenfield is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Compton Greenfield.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Compton Greenfield
For many families in Compton Greenfield, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Parents in Compton Greenfield increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Compton Greenfield
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Compton Greenfield
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Compton Greenfield.
Eligibility in Compton Greenfield — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in South Gloucestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Compton Greenfield
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Compton Greenfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Compton Greenfield is Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 2.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke (3.1 miles) and Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Compton Greenfield?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Compton Greenfield, 28 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Compton Greenfield?
The nearest practice to Compton Greenfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, about 3.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (3.5 miles) and Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (3.5 miles).
Which county covers Compton Greenfield?
Compton Greenfield is in South Gloucestershire.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Compton Greenfield?
NHS dental commissioning in Compton Greenfield falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
How many schools are in Compton Greenfield's area?
There are 121 schools and 41,884 pupils in Compton Greenfield's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
What kind of area is Compton Greenfield?
By ONS classification, Compton Greenfield falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes, at any point — even while still on the NHS list. Plenty of patients do this to skip the wait or get access to ceramic or aligner options; you don't have to formally withdraw first, though it's polite to let the practice know.
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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