Orthodontic practices near Lulsgate Bottom
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Lulsgate Bottom; 19 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 6.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 6.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 6.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 6.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lulsgate Bottom with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 6.1 miles north-east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (6.9 miles north) and Kingswood (9.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 6.1 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 6.9 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 10.1 miles west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 10.3 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 11.1 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 Lulsgate Bottom
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), 6.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 6.1 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 11.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lulsgate Bottom 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,397 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 135 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 80th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Backwell School — 2.5 miles Nailsea School — 3.7 miles Chew Valley School — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,595 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 — 6 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 7 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 6 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 Lulsgate Bottom
From Lulsgate Bottom the nearest practice is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 6.1 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 19 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Lulsgate Bottom list clear aligners, the nearest 6.1 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 Lulsgate Bottom 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, 6.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Lulsgate Bottom to Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants is roughly 15 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lulsgate Bottom
North Somerset12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Lulsgate Bottom
Orthodontist in Lulsgate Bottom: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Lulsgate Bottom? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across North Somerset and the surrounding area.
The local picture in Lulsgate Bottom
Lulsgate Bottom — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Lulsgate Bottom's under-16 share sits at 16.1%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,397 residents in Lulsgate Bottom's census neighbourhood, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Lulsgate Bottom has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Lulsgate Bottom are Backwell School (2.5 miles) and Nailsea School (3.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Lulsgate Bottom's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Lulsgate Bottom is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Lulsgate Bottom is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Lulsgate Bottom
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lulsgate Bottom. The closest on record are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 6 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 10 miles away.
Facts about Lulsgate Bottom
The nearest other location we cover is Potters Hill, under 1 km to the north.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for Potters Hill, Barrow Gurney, Kingdown, Cambridge Batch, Flax Bourton, and Ashton Watering are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lulsgate Bottom
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Lulsgate Bottom 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lulsgate Bottom
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Lulsgate Bottom
Many people in Lulsgate Bottom delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Lulsgate Bottom
- 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Lulsgate Bottom — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lulsgate Bottom. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lulsgate Bottom
These local links are here for anyone comparing Lulsgate Bottom, North Somerset against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Potters Hill, Barrow Gurney, Kingdown, Cambridge Batch, Flax Bourton, and Ashton Watering follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lulsgate Bottom
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lulsgate Bottom often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lulsgate Bottom?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lulsgate Bottom is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 6.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Clifton Dental Studio (6.1 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lulsgate Bottom?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Lulsgate Bottom, 19 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bristol, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lulsgate Bottom?
The nearest practice to Lulsgate Bottom that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 6.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (6.1 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (6.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lulsgate Bottom, 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 Lulsgate Bottom, North Somerset?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.