Orthodontic practices near Link
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Link; 7 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 8.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 9.0 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 9.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 9.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 9.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 9.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 10.7 miles north-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 Link with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 8.0 miles west; the next are Mendip (9.6 miles south-east) and Bristol (10.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 8.0 miles west |
| Mendip | 3 | 9.6 miles south-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 11.4 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 13.8 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 2 | 14.7 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 Link
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 10.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 10.7 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 10.8 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Link at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| 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) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,456 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 136 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 108th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Churchill Academy & Sixth Form — 2.7 miles Fairlands Middle School — 3.9 miles The Kings of Wessex Academy — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,488 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 8 miles Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 10 miles Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 55 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 Link
The nearest practice to Link is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (8.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (10.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Link list clear aligners, the nearest 8.9 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 Link are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 8.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Link to Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre is roughly 20 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 210 to 420 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £190 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Link
North Somerset12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Link
Orthodontist in Link: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Link, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of North Somerset.
Local treatment availability around Link
There is no orthodontist on our records in Link itself. The nearest we do hold are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8 miles away; Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 10 miles away; and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 11 miles away.
More local pages to browse
You can continue browsing related location pages including Burrington, Langford Green, Rickford, Havyatt Green, Upper Langford, and Langford Village if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Area profile for Link
Officially, Link is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Link falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 18.5% of Link's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 1,456 residents in Link's census neighbourhood, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Link; the nearest is about 8 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Link are Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (2.7 miles) and Fairlands Middle School (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Link's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. Link's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Link is about 11 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Local snapshot of Link
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Burrington, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Link
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Link helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Link — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Link
The orthodontic landscape in Link offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Link offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Link. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Link
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Link, North Somerset. This page links onward to Burrington, Langford Green, Rickford, Havyatt Green, Upper Langford, and Langford Village for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Link
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Link often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Link?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Link is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (8.9 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (9.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Link?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Link, 7 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 8.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Link?
The nearest practice to Link that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (9.6 miles) and Priory Dental (9.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Link, North Somerset?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Link, North Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.