Orthodontic practices near Little Dean
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Little Dean; 4 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, 8.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 8.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 9.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 9.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 9.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| ROGER MOORE DENTALGloucester | 10.4 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 10.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 10.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 10.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Little Dean with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Quedgeley, 8.5 miles east; the next are Monmouth (9.7 miles west) and Stonehouse (9.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Quedgeley | 1 | 8.5 miles east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 9.7 miles west |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 10.4 miles east |
| Stroud | 5 | 12.3 miles south-east |
| Chepstow | 1 | 14.8 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 Little Dean
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), 9.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 14.8 miles south-west |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 18.0 miles east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 10.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Little Dean at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Forest of Dean |
| 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 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,148 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 786 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 511th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | SGS Forest High School — 0.8 miles Dene Magna and Sixth Form — 2.7 miles Five Acres High School — 5.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 8 miles Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, Stonehouse — 10 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 10 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 8 miles |
| Postcode districts | GL14 |
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 Dean
From Little Dean the nearest practice is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, 8.5 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: HRS Dental Care (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (10.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Little Dean list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 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 Little Dean are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, 9.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Little Dean to St.James Dental 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 220 to 440 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Little Dean
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Orthodontist in Little Dean: This page was put together for people in Little Dean who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Gloucestershire.
What local practice data suggests in Little Dean
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Little Dean. The nearest we do hold are St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 8 miles away; Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, about 10 miles away; and The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 10 miles away.
A quick look at Little Dean
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The local picture in Little Dean
Little Dean is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.4% of Little Dean's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,148 residents in the neighbourhood around Little Dean, 8.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. People in Little Dean usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Regionally, 17.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Little Dean are served by secondary schools including SGS Forest High School (0.8 miles) and Dene Magna and Sixth Form (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Little Dean close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Little Dean is about 25 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Double View, Littledean Hill, Grange Village, Cinderford, Green Bottom, and Pope's Hill.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Little Dean
Starting orthodontic treatment in Little Dean can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Little Dean
There's no orthodontist on record in Little Dean itself; the nearest dentist, Bupa Dental Care, is about 8 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Officially, Little Dean is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Little Dean falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Little Dean's under-16 share sits at 21.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,148 residents in the neighbourhood around Little Dean, 8.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. People in Little Dean usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Regionally, 17.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Little Dean are SGS Forest High School (0.8 miles) and Dene Magna and Sixth Form (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Little Dean close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Little Dean is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Little Dean
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Little Dean has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Little Dean
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 Little Dean practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Little Dean. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Little Dean
These local links are here for anyone comparing Little Dean, Gloucestershire against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Double View, Littledean Hill, Grange Village, Cinderford, Green Bottom, and Pope's Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Little Dean
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Little Dean often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Little Dean?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Little Dean is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 8.5 miles to the east. The next closest are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre (9.7 miles) and Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Little Dean?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Little Dean, 4 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Quedgeley, 8.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Little Dean?
The nearest practice to Little Dean that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire, about 9.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Optimal Dental Care (9.9 miles) and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (10.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Little Dean, Gloucestershire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Little Dean, Gloucestershire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.