Orthodontic practices near Long Ashton
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Long Ashton, 24 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 2.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 3.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 3.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Long Ashton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 2.9 miles north-east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (4.1 miles north) and Kingswood (6.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.1 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 7.8 miles north-east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 10.6 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 Long Ashton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 12.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 12.2 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 12.1 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 3.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Long Ashton 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 5,254 |
| Residents under 16 | 21.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,170 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 452 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within North Somerset | 32nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.3% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ashton Park School — 1.5 miles Bedminster Down School — 1.8 miles E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,504 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 | Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, Bristol — 3 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 4 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Long Ashton
The nearest practice to Long Ashton is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Long Ashton list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Long Ashton are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Long Ashton
North Somerset12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Long Ashton
Orthodontist in Long Ashton: Before booking anything in Long Ashton, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Long Ashton with the wider North Somerset area. Long Ashton — a small town with a population of around 5,254 — is covered on this page specifically.
Facts about Long Ashton
Long Ashton has a population of around 5,254, making it a small town within North Somerset. Yanley is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-east of Long Ashton.
The local picture in Long Ashton
ONS classifies Long Ashton as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Long Ashton. Census data puts 21.7% of Long Ashton's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,170 residents in the neighbourhood around Long Ashton, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Long Ashton is better served than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Long Ashton are served by secondary schools including Ashton Park School (1.5 miles) and Bedminster Down School (1.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Long Ashton's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Long Ashton falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Long Ashton is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Long Ashton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Long Ashton itself. The closest on record are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 3 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 7 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Pages for Yanley, Ashton Watering, Barrow Common, Barrow Gurney, Leigh Woods, and Abbots Leigh follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Long Ashton
Many people in Long Ashton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Long Ashton
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Long Ashton — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Long Ashton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Long Ashton can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Long Ashton — Local Context
No orthodontic practice covers Long Ashton directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Long Ashton is classified as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 21.7% of Long Ashton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,170 residents in the neighbourhood around Long Ashton, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Long Ashton has more choice than 87% 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 Long Ashton attend schools such as Ashton Park School (1.5 miles) and Bedminster Down School (1.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Long Ashton's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Long Ashton among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Long Ashton is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Long Ashton. The closest on record are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 3 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 7 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Long Ashton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Long Ashton
These local links are here for anyone comparing Long Ashton, North Somerset against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Yanley, Ashton Watering, Barrow Common, Barrow Gurney, Leigh Woods, and Abbots Leigh follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Long Ashton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Long Ashton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Long Ashton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Long Ashton is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Clifton Dental Studio (2.9 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Long Ashton?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Long Ashton, 24 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Long Ashton?
The nearest practice to Long Ashton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (2.9 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Long Ashton, North Somerset?
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 Long Ashton, North Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.