NHS Treatment in Ham 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 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of 1,907 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — under a mile; 17 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Katherine's School — 0.5 miles Oasis Academy Brightstowe — 0.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% 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 Ham Green
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Ham Green, 25 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 0.6 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution, 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ham Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Easton-in-Gordano, 0.6 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (2.8 miles east) and Kingswood (6.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 12 | 2.8 miles east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.8 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 6.9 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 7.3 miles east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 9.4 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 Ham 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), 11.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 11.2 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.2 miles south-east |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Ham Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Nordea Dental Clinique, 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 Solution, Easton-in-Gordano, under a mile 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 4 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Ham 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Ham Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
How the NHS Route Works in Ham Green
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Ham Green runs like this:
- 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 Ham Green.
- 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Ham Green
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in Ham Green costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Ham 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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in North Somerset depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ham Green. By national deprivation ranking, Ham Green sits among the less deprived areas of England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Ham Green, 7.6% of the 1,907 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ham Green is about 4 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Ham Green is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.8% of Ham Green's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Ham Green attend schools such as St Katherine's School (0.5 miles) and Oasis Academy Brightstowe (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Ham Green's Local Authority. Ham Green has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ham Green. The nearest we do hold are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, under a mile away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 2 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 6 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Ham Green
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Parents in Ham Green increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Ham Green
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Ham Green
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Ham Green comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across North Somerset to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
How Eligibility Is Scored
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across North Somerset.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Ham Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ham Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ham Green is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (2.0 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ham Green?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Ham Green, 25 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ham Green?
The nearest practice to Ham Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (2.8 miles) and WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.8 miles).
What county is Ham Green in?
Ham Green is in North Somerset.
Which NHS body covers Ham Green for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Ham Green falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Ham Green?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Is Ham Green well served by schools?
Ham Green's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data).
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS orthodontic contracts require reasonable attendance. Repeatedly missing adjustment appointments can lead to treatment being discontinued, as it extends the course and ties up limited NHS capacity. If you're struggling to attend, tell the practice rather than simply not turning up.
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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