Braces in Naunton at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of 1,913 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cotswold Academy — 3.4 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Oriel Villas Dental Surgery, Cheltenham — 10.5 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic, Cheltenham — 10.2 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 40 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way, to Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 564th closest to a practice of 612 places in the county; the county median is 4.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces near Naunton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Naunton; 1 practice within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, 9.6 miles west. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Oriel Villas Dental Surgery, 10.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oriel Villas Dental SurgeryCheltenham | 10.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (344 reviews) |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s CleeveBishops Cleeve | 10.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (163 reviews) |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 10.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 11.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Evesham OrthodonticsEvesham | 13.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Witney Brace PlaceWitney | 17.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Naunton with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Cheltenham, 10.5 miles west; the next are Bishops Cleeve (10.6 miles west) and Evesham (13.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 3 | 10.5 miles west |
| Bishops Cleeve | 1 | 10.6 miles west |
| Evesham | 1 | 13.5 miles north |
| Witney | 1 | 17.2 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 3 | 17.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Naunton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Naiz Khan in Gloucester (5.0 from 70 reviews), 17.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 17.8 miles west |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 10.6 miles west |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 18.0 miles west |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s CleeveBishops Cleeve | 4.9 (163 reviews) | 10.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bracket-and-wire braces have quietly evolved into lighter, faster, more comfortable systems. Residents of Naunton have a genuine choice of brace type, and the best option is the one matched to your clinical needs. They work continuously and need no compliance beyond routine cleaning, which makes them dependable for complex movements. Typical treatment spans roughly one to two years, depending on complexity.
NHS vs Private Braces in Naunton
Eligible under-18s in Naunton can receive NHS braces free of charge if their IOTN grade meets the threshold; adults rarely qualify unless there is a severe functional need. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS waiting times in Gloucestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Private care is open to any age and starts within weeks. Indicative Naunton costs are £1,500+ for metal, £2,000+ for ceramic and £4,000+ for lingual, often spread over interest-free instalments.
Local Context for Naunton
Not every practice near Naunton offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Naunton is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.6% of Naunton's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,913 residents in Naunton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. People in Naunton usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Naunton attend schools such as The Cotswold Academy (3.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Naunton is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Naunton is about 40 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Naunton itself. The closest on record are Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, about 10 miles away; Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve in Bishops Cleeve, about 11 miles away; and Evesham Orthodontics, about 14 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
NHS waiting times in Gloucestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace in Naunton typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
What to Look For in an Orthodontic Practice in Naunton
When comparing practices in Naunton, look for GDC-registered clinicians with orthodontic training, clear written plans before you commit, and fees that include retainers rather than adding them later.
Specialist orthodontists hold the MOrth qualification — three years of postgraduate training beyond dental school — and are worth it for complex cases; a trained general dentist can be a good fit for straightforward crowding.
Teenage Orthodontic Treatment in Naunton
Teenage orthodontics in Naunton spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. It can have a lasting positive impact on confidence, dental health and facial development. A photo assessment is a low-pressure first step for a hesitant teenager.
Teen Orthodontics in Naunton — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Gloucestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Crowding, Bites & Spacing in Naunton
What looks like a purely cosmetic issue often carries real functional consequences. Left untreated, some of these problems worsen and become harder to correct. This guide explains the common problems, their causes, and how each is corrected.
Orthodontic Problems in Naunton — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Naunton. Officially, Naunton is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Naunton. Naunton's under-16 share, 13.6%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Naunton, 5.2% of the 1,913 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Naunton has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. Regionally, 17.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Naunton attend schools such as The Cotswold Academy (3.4 miles). National deprivation data puts Naunton close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Naunton is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 40 miles away. Crowding is the most common presenting problem across the UK. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
TMJ, Underbite & Jaw Surgery in Naunton
Not all orthodontic problems are purely about tooth position. Patients in Naunton with jaw pain, significant bite issues or visible asymmetry should seek specialist assessment. Early specialist assessment is always the right starting point.
Jaw Treatment in Naunton — Local Context
What's available in Naunton depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Naunton — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Naunton has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.6% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,913 residents in Naunton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. People in Naunton usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Naunton are The Cotswold Academy (3.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Naunton is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Naunton is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 40 miles away. They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Naunton
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Naunton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Naunton is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, about 9.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic (10.2 miles) and Cambray Dental (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Naunton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Naunton, 1 practice within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cheltenham, 9.6 miles away.
Where can I get braces near Naunton?
The nearest practice to Naunton that mentions fixed braces is Oriel Villas Dental Surgery in Cheltenham, about 10.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve (10.6 miles) and Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic (10.6 miles).
Is Naunton rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Naunton falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many families live in Naunton?
13.6% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is Naunton in?
Naunton falls within Gloucestershire.
What towns are near Naunton?
Nearby towns include Farmington, Guiting Power, Cold Aston.
What is the difference between ceramic and metal braces?
Mechanically they're the same — brackets bonded to each tooth. Metal is silver and the cheapest option; ceramic uses tooth-coloured or clear brackets for much less visibility, at a slightly higher price and with more care needed to avoid staining.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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