Retainers in Latteridge at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford — 3.3 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
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| Nearest practice with emergency care | Teodora Todorova, Mangotsfield — 4.7 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton — 1.8 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of 2,262 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 7 within 5 miles, 27 within 10, 59 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 113 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 near Latteridge listing retainers
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Latteridge, 27 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, 1.8 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, 3.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 3.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 4.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 8.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dental Touch - Dentist in BristolBristol | 8.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (110 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 8.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Latteridge with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Stoke Gifford, 3.3 miles south-west; the next are Mangotsfield (4.7 miles south) and Bristol (7.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 3.3 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 4.7 miles south |
| Bristol | 8 | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 9.7 miles south-west |
| Chepstow | 1 | 10.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Latteridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 10.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-west |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Latteridge
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford (3.3 miles) | Teodora Todorova (4.7 miles); Church Road Dental Practice (7.6 miles) | 12 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Teodora Todorova, Mangotsfield (4.7 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton (1.8 miles) | Charlton Dental Bristol (4.5 miles); Church Road Dental Practice (7.6 miles) | 8 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford (3.3 miles) | Teodora Todorova (4.7 miles); Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (6.4 miles) | 8 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Teeth are under constant biological pressure to move, and retainers are the only reliable counter. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Latteridge treatment result lasts.
Types of Retainer Available in Latteridge
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are clear thermoplastic trays much like aligners, removed for eating and cleaning. They're discreet and comfortable but can warp with heat and typically need replacing every 1–3 years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Latteridge now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Services in Latteridge
Not every practice near Latteridge offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Latteridge's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Latteridge falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 2,262 residents in Latteridge's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. Latteridge has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Latteridge attend schools such as Brimsham Green School (2.4 miles) and Winterbourne Academy (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 121 schools and 41,884 pupils across Latteridge's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Latteridge is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Latteridge is about 9 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. See local practice availability in Latteridge → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Latteridge usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Latteridge can usually provide replacement retainers.
Looking After Retainers in Latteridge
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Latteridge can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
After Your Braces Come Off in Latteridge
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Latteridge. The de-bond appointment, retainer fitting, whitening timing and retention habits all decide whether your result lasts. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Ongoing Check-ups After Treatment
Routine 6-monthly dental check-ups remain important after orthodontic treatment. Your dentist will check fixed retainer integrity, gum health around bonded wires, removable retainer fit, and early signs of tooth movement. Contact your orthodontist promptly if: your removable retainer no longer fits easily, a fixed retainer wire appears to have moved, or you notice teeth changing position.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Latteridge
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Latteridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Latteridge is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 1.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Yate Dental Surgery (3.2 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Latteridge?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Latteridge, 27 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Latteridge?
The nearest practice to Latteridge that lists retainers is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, about 3.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Teodora Todorova (4.7 miles) and Church Road Dental Practice (7.6 miles).
How's children's dental health in Latteridge's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Which county covers Latteridge?
Latteridge is in South Gloucestershire.
Is Latteridge well served by schools?
There are 121 schools and 41,884 pupils in Latteridge's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
How deprived is Latteridge compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Latteridge is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What is the difference between a fixed and removable retainer?
A fixed (bonded) retainer is a thin wire bonded permanently to the back of your teeth — no effort required. A removable retainer (Essix or Hawley) is taken out for eating and cleaning but must be worn consistently. Many patients have both: a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable tray for overnight wear.
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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