Orthodontic practices near Lower Failand
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Lower Failand, 24 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 2.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 3.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 3.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 3.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 3.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 3.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 3.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 3.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lower Failand with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 2.2 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (3.2 miles north-east) and Stoke Gifford (7.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 3.2 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 7.7 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 8.3 miles east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 10.8 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 Lower Failand
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 12.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 12.6 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 4.1 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 3.9 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lower Failand 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 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,654 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% 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 | 110 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.8% 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 | 21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Katherine's School — 1.3 miles Oasis Academy Brightstowe — 2.5 miles Nailsea School — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,717 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 | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 2 miles Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 3 miles Charlton Dental Bristol, Stoke Gifford — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 66 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 Lower Failand
The nearest practice to Lower Failand is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 2.2 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 66.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (4.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Lower Failand list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lower Failand are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lower Failand
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Orthodontist in Lower Failand: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Lower Failand? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across North Somerset.
What official data says about Lower Failand
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Lower Failand sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.5% of Lower Failand's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Lower Failand, 7.4% of the 1,654 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lower Failand 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. Secondary-age pupils near Lower Failand attend schools such as St Katherine's School (1.3 miles) and Oasis Academy Brightstowe (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Lower Failand's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Lower Failand among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Lower Failand is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Lower Failand
There is no orthodontist on our records in Lower Failand itself. The nearest recorded are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 2 miles away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 3 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 7 miles away.
Where Lower Failand sits locally
The nearest other location we cover is Portbury, around 2 km to the north-west.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Easton-in-Gordano, Lodway, Failand, Pill, Portbury, and Ham Green.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lower Failand
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Lower Failand has the full spectrum of options. 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 Lower Failand 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.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Lower Failand
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Lower Failand helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lower Failand
Not every practice near Lower Failand offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Lower Failand is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Lower Failand sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Lower Failand's under-16 share sits at 16.5%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,654 residents in the neighbourhood around Lower Failand, 7.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Lower Failand has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Lower Failand are served by secondary schools including St Katherine's School (1.3 miles) and Oasis Academy Brightstowe (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Lower Failand's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Lower Failand among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Lower Failand is about 4 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lower Failand. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lower Failand
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Lower Failand, North Somerset within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Easton-in-Gordano, Lodway, Failand, Pill, Portbury, and Ham Green may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Lower Failand
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lower Failand often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lower Failand?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lower Failand is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (3.2 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lower Failand?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Lower Failand, 24 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lower Failand?
The nearest practice to Lower Failand that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (3.5 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lower Failand, North Somerset?
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 Lower Failand, North Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.