Orthodontic practices near Hester's Way
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Hester's Way, 23 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is Cheltenham Orthodontics, 1.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham OrthodonticsCheltenham | 1.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (19 reviews) |
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (319 reviews) |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Ellie LedgerCheltenham | 1.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Ormond Terrace DentalCheltenham | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice & Consulting RoomsCheltenham | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hester's Way with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cheltenham, 1.3 miles east; the next are Bishops Cleeve (3.7 miles north-east) and Gloucester (5.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 13 | 1.3 miles east |
| Bishops Cleeve | 1 | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 8.9 miles south-west |
| Stroud | 5 | 11.8 miles south |
| Stonehouse | 2 | 12.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hester's Way
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), 13.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 13.2 miles south-west |
| Cheltenham & Cotswold DentalCheltenham | 5.0 (201 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hester's Way at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cheltenham |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,463 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 40.5% 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 | 2,220 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pate's Grammar School — 0.3 miles All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham — 0.5 miles Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,146 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cheltenham Orthodontics, Cheltenham — 1 miles Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve, Bishops Cleeve — 4 miles Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre, Gloucester — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 45 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 Hester's Way
The nearest practice to Hester's Way is Cheltenham Orthodontics, 1.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (6.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Hester's Way list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hester's Way are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hester's Way
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Orthodontist in Hester's Way: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Hester's Way often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Gloucestershire and the surrounding area.
The local picture in Hester's Way
ONS classifies Hester's Way as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Hester's Way. Hester's Way's under-16 share sits at 20.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,463 residents in the neighbourhood around Hester's Way, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Hester's Way has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Hester's Way are served by secondary schools including Pate's Grammar School (0.3 miles) and All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham (0.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Hester's Way sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hester's Way is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 37 miles away.
Local provider signals in Hester's Way
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Hester's Way. The nearest recorded are Cheltenham Orthodontics, about a mile away; Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve in Bishops Cleeve, about 4 miles away; and Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre in Gloucester, about 5 miles away.
A quick look at Hester's Way
The nearest other location we cover is Springbank, under 1 km to the north.
Continue your local research
Nearby location pages including Springbank, Fiddler's Green, Rowanfield, Uckington, Elmstone Hardwicke, and Hayden can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Hester's Way
The orthodontic landscape in Hester's Way offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Hester's Way — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Hester's Way. ONS classifies Hester's Way as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 20.3% of Hester's Way's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,463 residents in the neighbourhood around Hester's Way, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Hester's Way has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Hester's Way are Pate's Grammar School (0.3 miles) and All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham (0.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Hester's Way is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hester's Way is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 37 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hester's Way itself. The nearest we do hold are Cheltenham Orthodontics, about a mile away; Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve in Bishops Cleeve, about 4 miles away; and Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre in Gloucester, about 5 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
The Orthodontic Journey in Hester's Way
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hester's Way can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Hester's Way — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hester's Way. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hester's Way
If Hester's Way, Gloucestershire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can keep exploring with related pages for Springbank, Fiddler's Green, Rowanfield, Uckington, Elmstone Hardwicke, and Hayden.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hester's Way
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hester's Way often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hester's Way?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hester's Way is Cheltenham Orthodontics, about 1.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care (1.5 miles) and Illume 360 Dental Care (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hester's Way?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Hester's Way, 23 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hester's Way?
The nearest practice to Hester's Way that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, about 1.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Illume 360 Dental Care (1.6 miles) and Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hester's Way, 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 Hester's Way, Gloucestershire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.