Teeth Whitening in Crofts End at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | St Pauls Dental Practice — 1.8 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — under a mile; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Church Road Dental Practice, Bristol — under a mile; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Staple Hill Dental Practice, Mangotsfield — 1.5 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 42.3% aged 25 to 49 of 2,711 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 22nd closest to a practice of 55 places in the county; the county median is 0.9 miles |
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.
Private practices near Crofts End
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Crofts End, 41 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, 0.8 miles east. The nearest listing private treatment is Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, 0.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Causeway Dental CentreKingswood | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (518 reviews) |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| Staple Hill Dental PracticeMangotsfield | 1.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant CentreMangotsfield | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (210 reviews) |
| Dental Touch - Dentist in BristolBristol | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (110 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crofts End with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Kingswood, 0.8 miles east; the next are Bristol (0.9 miles south-west) and Mangotsfield (1.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kingswood | 1 | 0.8 miles east |
| Bristol | 15 | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 4.3 miles north |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crofts End
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), 3.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 3.1 miles west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 4.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For a brighter smile, professional whitening is a well-evidenced, non-invasive first step. Practices in Crofts End tailor the concentration to your natural shade rather than a one-size-fits-all gel. Some patients whiten in one appointment; others prefer the slower, gentler take-home route.
Whitening Options Available in Crofts End
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening delivers the fastest visible result — one supervised session with professional-strength gel, most patients leaving 4–8 VITA shades lighter that day.
Take-home tray whitening involves bespoke trays and dentist-supplied gel worn over roughly a fortnight — excellent, controllable results at your own pace.
Combined whitening pairs a fast in-chair kick-start with trays for maintenance — a popular route in Crofts End for people who want quick results that last.
Over-the-counter kits are the weakest option by a wide margin — useful only for very minor upkeep, never for a real shade improvement.
Teeth Whitening in Crofts End — Local Context
Professional teeth whitening in Crofts End typically costs £300–£700 for in-chair treatment, and £200–£450 for a custom take-home tray kit from a dental practice. Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Crofts End — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Census 2021 counts 2,711 residents in the neighbourhood around Crofts End: 42.3% aged 25 to 49 and 9.9% aged 16 to 24. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (23), Crofts End has more choice than 93% of towns in England. Officially, Crofts End is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. National deprivation data ranks Crofts End among England's more deprived areas. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Crofts End. The nearest university dental hospital to Crofts End is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Crofts End skews family-heavy: 22.4% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Crofts End's Local Authority area covers 168 schools and 69,339 pupils, according to DfE figures. See local practice availability in Crofts End →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
Understanding Tooth Shade — The VITA Scale
Colour is tracked on the VITA scale — A1 at the light end through to C4 at the dark. Untreated teeth usually fall around A2–B3 in Crofts End patients, with whitening moving them several grades lighter.
Yellow-toned staining lifts most readily; grey and intrinsic staining (antibiotics, fluorosis) far less so. Existing restorations stay the same shade, so front-tooth crowns or fillings may need separate planning.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Crofts End
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crofts End?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crofts End is Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 0.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Church Road Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Staple Hill Dental Practice (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crofts End?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Crofts End, 41 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Crofts End?
The nearest practice to Crofts End that lists private treatment is Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 0.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Church Road Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Staple Hill Dental Practice (1.5 miles).
What county is Crofts End in?
Crofts End falls within City of Bristol.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Crofts End?
Crofts End sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Crofts End?
ONS classifies Crofts End as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Crofts End?
Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Will whitening affect my crowns or veneers?
No, gel doesn't change the colour of crowns, veneers, bonding or fillings — which can actually create a mismatch against newly-whitened natural teeth if the restoration is on a visible front tooth. Worth flagging to your dentist beforehand.
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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