Orthodontic practices near Fox Hills
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Fox Hills; 19 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 7.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 7.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 7.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 7.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 7.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 7.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fox Hills with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 6.9 miles south-east; the next are Bath (7.0 miles north-east) and Mendip (10.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 4 | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Bath | 15 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 10.3 miles south-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 10.8 miles east |
| Bristol | 6 | 12.1 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 12.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fox Hills
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 12.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fox Hills at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,573 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,701 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 114th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Writhlington School — 0.8 miles Somerset Studio School — 0.8 miles Norton Hill Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,584 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 7 miles Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 7 miles Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 57 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 Fox Hills
From Fox Hills the nearest practice is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 6.9 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (10.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Fox Hills list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 Fox Hills are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 7.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 13 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fox Hills to Grants House Dentistry is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fox Hills
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Orthodontic care near Fox Hills
Orthodontist in Fox Hills: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Fox Hills, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in Fox Hills with the wider Bath and North East Somerset area.
Local orthodontic signals in Fox Hills
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fox Hills. The nearest we do hold are Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 7 miles away; Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 7 miles away; and Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 10 miles away.
Local snapshot of Fox Hills
Radstock is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Fox Hills.
What official data says about Fox Hills
By ONS classification, Fox Hills falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Fox Hills falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Fox Hills's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 1,573 residents in Fox Hills's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. People in Fox Hills usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Fox Hills are Writhlington School (0.8 miles) and Somerset Studio School (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 89 schools and 31,546 pupils in Fox Hills's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Fox Hills is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Fox Hills is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Radstock, Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Wheeler's Hill, and Writhlington if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Fox Hills
Many people in Fox Hills delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Fox Hills follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Fox Hills
Patients in Fox Hills have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Fox Hills
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Fox Hills practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fox Hills. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fox Hills
If Fox Hills, Bath and North East Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Radstock, Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Wheeler's Hill, and Writhlington may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fox Hills
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fox Hills often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fox Hills?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fox Hills is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 6.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (6.9 miles) and Aquae Sulis Dental (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fox Hills?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fox Hills, 19 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fox Hills?
The nearest practice to Fox Hills that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 7.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Portway Dental Practice (7.3 miles) and ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fox Hills, Bath and North East Somerset?
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 Fox Hills, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.