NHS Treatment in Earthcott Green 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of 1,639 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton — 2.7 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Marlwood School — 2.3 miles Bradley Stoke Community School — 3.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 9 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% 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 Earthcott Green
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Earthcott Green, 28 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, 2.7 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Frampton Dental Surgery, 2.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Staple Hill Dental PracticeMangotsfield | 6.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| Lodge Causeway Dental CentreKingswood | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (518 reviews) |
| BRISTOL ORTHODONTICSBristol | 7.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Earthcott Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Iron Acton, 2.7 miles south; the next are Stoke Gifford (3.1 miles south-west) and Mangotsfield (6.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Acton | 1 | 2.7 miles south |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 6.1 miles south |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.9 miles south |
| Bristol | 12 | 7.4 miles south |
| Chepstow | 1 | 9.0 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 Earthcott Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 9.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 9.1 miles south-west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 9.4 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 Earthcott Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is My Dentist, 6.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton, 2.7 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 9 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Earthcott Green 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.
For families in Earthcott Green, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Earthcott Green plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Earthcott Green
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Earthcott Green typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Earthcott Green
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in South Gloucestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Earthcott Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Earthcott Green falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,639 residents in Earthcott Green's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. The nearest university dental hospital to Earthcott Green is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. For NHS dental services, Earthcott Green falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Earthcott Green is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. 14.9% of Earthcott Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Families in Earthcott Green are served by secondary schools including Marlwood School (2.3 miles) and Bradley Stoke Community School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Earthcott Green's Local Authority area covers 121 schools and 41,884 pupils, according to DfE figures. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Earthcott Green is better served than 64% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Earthcott Green. The nearest we do hold are Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 3 miles away; Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, about 3 miles away; and Yate Dental Surgery in Chipping Sodbury, 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 Earthcott Green?
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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Earthcott Green
Children's orthodontics in Earthcott Green covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Children's Orthodontics in Earthcott Green — Local Context
Practices serving Earthcott Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. 14.9% of Earthcott Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,639 residents in Earthcott Green's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. Secondary-age pupils near Earthcott Green attend schools such as Marlwood School (2.3 miles) and Bradley Stoke Community School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Earthcott Green's Local Authority has 121 schools educating 41,884 pupils (DfE data). 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Earthcott Green — smaller rural: 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. By national deprivation ranking, Earthcott Green sits among the less deprived areas of England. Earthcott Green has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. The nearest university dental hospital to Earthcott Green is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Earthcott Green
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Earthcott Green.
Eligibility in Earthcott Green — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in South Gloucestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Earthcott Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Earthcott Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Earthcott Green is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 2.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke (3.1 miles) and Charlton Dental Bristol (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Earthcott Green?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Earthcott Green, 28 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Earthcott Green?
The nearest practice to Earthcott Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 2.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke (3.1 miles) and Staple Hill Dental Practice (6.1 miles).
What kind of area is Earthcott Green?
By ONS classification, Earthcott Green falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Earthcott Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Earthcott Green is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Earthcott Green?
Nearby towns include Lower Hazel, Tytherington, The Hacket.
How many schools are in Earthcott Green's area?
There are 121 schools and 41,884 pupils in Earthcott Green's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Frequently the same specialist, sometimes even the same practice, provides both. The clinical skill doesn't change — what differs between the two routes is appliance choice, waiting time and how personalised the experience is.
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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