Orthodontic practices near Epney
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Epney, 17 practices within 10 and 39 practices within 20. The closest is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, 3.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 3.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 4.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Cotteswold House Dental CareGloucester | 5.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (151 reviews) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 6.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 6.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Epney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Quedgeley, 3.1 miles north-east; the next are Stonehouse (4.1 miles south-east) and Gloucester (5.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Quedgeley | 1 | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Stroud | 5 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham | 13 | 12.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Epney
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 4.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham & Cotswold DentalCheltenham | 5.0 (201 reviews) | 14.0 miles north-east |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 6.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Epney at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,823 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 82 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 179th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Severn Vale School — 2.8 miles Holmleigh Park High School — 3.9 miles Maidenhill School — 4.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,350 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 3 miles Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, Stonehouse — 4 miles The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, Gloucester — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 39 within 20 miles |
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 Epney
Epney is 3.1 miles from St.James Dental in Quedgeley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 39.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (5.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (6.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Epney list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Epney are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Epney
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Orthodontist in Epney: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Epney keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Gloucestershire.
The local picture in Epney
Officially, Epney is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Epney falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Epney's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,823 residents in the neighbourhood around Epney, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Epney has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Epney are served by secondary schools including Severn Vale School (2.8 miles) and Holmleigh Park High School (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Epney's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Epney is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Wicks Green, Moreton Valence, Framilode, Whitminster, Boxbush, and Frampton on Severn.
Local treatment availability around Epney
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Epney. The nearest we do hold are St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 3 miles away; Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, about 4 miles away; and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, about 6 miles away.
Facts about Epney
Wicks Green is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north of Epney.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Epney
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Epney has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Epney
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Epney
Many people in Epney delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Epney
Not every practice near Epney offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Epney is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Epney falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,823 residents in the neighbourhood around Epney, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Epney has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Epney attend schools such as Severn Vale School (2.8 miles) and Holmleigh Park High School (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Epney among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Epney is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Epney. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Epney
These local links are here for anyone comparing Epney, Gloucestershire against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Wicks Green, Moreton Valence, Framilode, Whitminster, Boxbush, and Frampton on Severn follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Epney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Epney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Epney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Epney is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 3.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (4.1 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Epney?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Epney, 17 practices within 10 miles and 39 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Epney?
The nearest practice to Epney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, about 4.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Optimal Dental Care (4.5 miles) and HRS Dental Care (5.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Epney, Gloucestershire?
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 Epney, Gloucestershire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.