Orthodontic practices near Nailsworth
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Nailsworth, 9 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, 3.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Dental Group StroudStroud | 3.7 miles north | – | – | – | 3.2 (64 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 3.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| Brockley House DentalStroud | 3.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (500 reviews) |
| Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional TherapyStroud | 3.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 4.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 4.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 4.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Nailsworth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stroud, 3.7 miles north; the next are Stonehouse (4.1 miles north-west) and Quedgeley (9.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud | 5 | 3.7 miles north |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 9.8 miles north |
| Gloucester | 8 | 10.8 miles north |
| Cirencester | 3 | 10.9 miles east |
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 12.9 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 Nailsworth
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), 4.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 12.0 miles north |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
| Cirencester Dental PracticeCirencester | 4.9 (413 reviews) | 10.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Nailsworth at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 5,394 |
| Residents under 16 | 12.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,545 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 4.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 928 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 219th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.8% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Marling School — 3.9 miles Stroud High School — 3.9 miles Sir William Romney's School — 4.0 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Imperial Dental Group Stroud, Stroud — 4 miles HRS Dental Care, Stonehouse — 4 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 57 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 Nailsworth
The nearest practice to Nailsworth is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: HRS Dental Care (4.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (12 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Nailsworth list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 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 Nailsworth are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, 3.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 23 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Nailsworth
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Orthodontist in Nailsworth: This page was put together for people in Nailsworth who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Gloucestershire and the surrounding area. Nailsworth — a small town with a population of around 5,394 — is covered on this page specifically.
What we know about practices near Nailsworth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Nailsworth. The nearest recorded are Imperial Dental Group Stroud, about 4 miles away; HRS Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 4 miles away; and St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 10 miles away.
Area profile for Nailsworth
Nailsworth's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Nailsworth falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Nailsworth has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.5% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,545 residents in the neighbourhood around Nailsworth, 4.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Nailsworth has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. Regionally, 17.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Nailsworth attend schools such as Marling School (3.9 miles) and Stroud High School (3.9 miles). Nailsworth's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Nailsworth is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 23 miles away.
Nearby location pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Harleywood, Millbottom, Rockness, Barton End, Walkleywood, and Watledge as well as this one.
About Nailsworth
Nailsworth has a population of around 5,394, making it a small town within Gloucestershire. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Harleywood, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Nailsworth
Orthodontic treatment in Nailsworth is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Nailsworth
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Nailsworth runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Nailsworth Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Nailsworth has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Nailsworth
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Nailsworth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Nailsworth
If Nailsworth, Gloucestershire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Harleywood, Millbottom, Rockness, Barton End, Walkleywood, and Watledge.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Nailsworth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Nailsworth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Nailsworth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Nailsworth is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, about 3.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Rowcroft Dental Centre (3.8 miles) and Brockley House Dental (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Nailsworth?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Nailsworth, 9 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Nailsworth?
The nearest practice to Nailsworth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, about 3.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include HRS Dental Care (4.1 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.