Orthodontic practices near Little Badminton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Little Badminton; 8 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury | 5.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury | 5.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.0 (28 reviews) |
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 8.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental PracticeChippenham | 9.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.5 (153 reviews) |
| Hathaway Medical CentreChippenham | 9.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.1 (279 reviews) |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 9.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Clove House Dental & Implant CentreCorsham | 9.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (454 reviews) |
| PerioWorld Dental Suites.Chippenham | 10.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (182 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Little Badminton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chipping Sodbury, 5.1 miles west; the next are Iron Acton (8.3 miles west) and Chippenham (9.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 5.1 miles west |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 8.3 miles west |
| Chippenham | 6 | 9.1 miles south-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 11.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Little Badminton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (5.0 from 221 reviews), 10.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 12.4 miles south |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 12.3 miles west |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 12.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Little Badminton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Gloucestershire |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,191 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 | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 45 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within South Gloucestershire | 115th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 2.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in South Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chipping Sodbury School — 4.8 miles Yate Academy — 5.6 miles Brimsham Green School — 5.9 miles |
| Schools in council area | 121 schools, 41,884 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ridge Dental, Chipping Sodbury — 5 miles Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton — 8 miles Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice, Chippenham — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 66 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | GL9 |
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 Little Badminton
From Little Badminton the nearest practice is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.1 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 66.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Teodora Todorova (9.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 13 of the practices around Little Badminton list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Little Badminton are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, 8.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Little Badminton to Ridge Dental is roughly 10 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Little Badminton
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Orthodontist in Little Badminton: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Little Badminton, 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 South Gloucestershire.
Local snapshot of Little Badminton
Heading north-west for around 2 km brings you to Petty France, the closest linked location.
Little Badminton in context
ONS classifies Little Badminton as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Little Badminton sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Little Badminton's under-16 share sits at 17.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,191 residents in the neighbourhood around Little Badminton, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Little Badminton; the nearest is about 5 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Little Badminton are Chipping Sodbury School (4.8 miles) and Yate Academy (5.6 miles). Little Badminton's Local Authority has 121 schools educating 41,884 pupils (DfE data). Little Badminton falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Little Badminton is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 15 miles away.
Widen your local search
For a broader view, related location pages cover Badminton, Petty France, Acton Turville, Upper Kilcott, Didmarton, and Hawkesbury Upton as well as this one.
Local provider signals in Little Badminton
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Little Badminton itself. The nearest we do hold are Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 5 miles away; Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 8 miles away; and Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental Practice in Chippenham, about 9 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Little Badminton Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Little Badminton can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Little Badminton 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.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Little Badminton
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Little Badminton 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Little Badminton
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Little Badminton
Every case in Little Badminton 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 Little Badminton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Little Badminton
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Little Badminton, South Gloucestershire, these local links help you keep browsing. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Badminton, Petty France, Acton Turville, Upper Kilcott, Didmarton, and Hawkesbury Upton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Little Badminton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Little Badminton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Little Badminton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Little Badminton is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 5.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Yate Dental Surgery (5.5 miles) and Frampton Dental Surgery (8.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Little Badminton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Little Badminton, 8 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Chipping Sodbury, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Little Badminton?
The nearest practice to Little Badminton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 8.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Hathaway Medical Centre (9.1 miles) and PerioWorld Dental Suites. (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Little Badminton, South Gloucestershire?
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 Little Badminton, South Gloucestershire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.