Orthodontic practices near Knockdown
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Knockdown; 4 practices within 10 and 82 practices within 20. The closest is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 7.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury | 7.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury | 8.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (28 reviews) |
| Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental PracticeChippenham | 9.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.5 (153 reviews) |
| Hathaway Medical CentreChippenham | 9.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.1 (279 reviews) |
| PerioWorld Dental Suites.Chippenham | 10.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (182 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 10.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| The High Street Dental Practice - Chippenham (Not accepting new NHS patients)Chippenham | 10.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 10.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (221 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Knockdown with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chipping Sodbury, 7.8 miles south-west; the next are Chippenham (9.5 miles south-east) and Stonehouse (10.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Chippenham | 6 | 9.5 miles south-east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 10.5 miles north |
| Stroud | 5 | 10.7 miles north |
| Corsham | 1 | 11.0 miles south |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 11.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Knockdown
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), 11.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 11.0 miles north |
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 10.6 miles south-east |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 11.3 miles north |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 14.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Knockdown at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,393 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 472nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sir William Romney's School — 5.2 miles Malmesbury School — 5.6 miles |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ridge Dental, Chipping Sodbury — 8 miles Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice, Chippenham — 10 miles HRS Dental Care, Stonehouse — 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 82 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 Knockdown
The nearest practice to Knockdown is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 7.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 82.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: HRS Dental Care (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 12 of the practices around Knockdown list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Knockdown are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hathaway Medical Centre in Chippenham, 9.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 18 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Knockdown to Ridge Dental 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 200 to 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Knockdown
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Knockdown, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Gloucestershire.
What official data says about Knockdown
By ONS classification, Knockdown falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Knockdown falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. 15.6% of Knockdown's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,393 residents in the neighbourhood around Knockdown, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Knockdown has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Knockdown are Sir William Romney's School (5.2 miles) and Malmesbury School (5.6 miles). Knockdown's Local Authority has 263 schools educating 74,539 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Knockdown among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Knockdown is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
About Knockdown
The nearest other location we cover is Oldbury on the Hill, around 1 km to the west.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Oldbury on the Hill, Didmarton, Sopworth, Willesley, Easton Town, and Leighterton.
What we know about practices near Knockdown
There is no orthodontist on our records in Knockdown itself. The nearest we do hold are Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 8 miles away; Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice in Chippenham, about 10 miles away; and HRS Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 10 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Knockdown
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Knockdown has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Knockdown
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 Knockdown practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Knockdown
Orthodontic treatment in Knockdown is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Knockdown follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Knockdown. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Knockdown
This part of the page places Knockdown, Gloucestershire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Oldbury on the Hill, Didmarton, Sopworth, Willesley, Easton Town, and Leighterton may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Knockdown
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Knockdown often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Knockdown?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Knockdown is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 7.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Yate Dental Surgery (8.2 miles) and Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Knockdown?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Knockdown, 4 practices within 10 miles and 82 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Chipping Sodbury, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Knockdown?
The nearest practice to Knockdown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hathaway Medical Centre in Chippenham, about 9.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include PerioWorld Dental Suites. (10.2 miles) and HRS Dental Care (10.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Knockdown, Gloucestershire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Knockdown, Gloucestershire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.