Costs in Nye at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 3.5 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 3.5 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 4 within 10, 71 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22% aged 25 to 49 of 1,725 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within North Somerset | 37th closest to a practice of 114 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 near Nye that list payment plans
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Nye, 4 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 3.5 miles west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, 3.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 3.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 4.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 4.5 miles west | – | ✓ | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 5.1 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 12.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 12.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Nye with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Weston-super-Mare, 3.5 miles west; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (12.2 miles north-east) and Bristol (12.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 3.5 miles west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 12.2 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 16 | 12.7 miles north-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 13.2 miles south-east |
| Penarth | 2 | 15.2 miles north-west |
| Cardiff | 2 | 16.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Nye
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff (5.0 from 76 reviews), 16.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 12.8 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 12.8 miles north-east |
| Cardiff Bay DentalCardiff | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 16.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Nye, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, the nearest practice on our register (3.5 miles away, about 4.6 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £1,540 to £3,580 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £2,040 to £4,580 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £4,040 to £8,080 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £1,525 to £5,540 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £2,525 to £5,540 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Nye
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (4.5 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (5.1 miles); Clifton Dental Studio (12.7 miles) | 7 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare (3.5 miles) | Clifton Dental Studio (12.7 miles); Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (12.8 miles) | 13 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (4.5 miles) | Smile Solution (12.2 miles); Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (12.8 miles) | 19 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare (3.5 miles) | Weston Orthodontic Centre (4.5 miles); The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (4.5 miles) | 29 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (4.5 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (5.1 miles); Smile Solution (12.2 miles) | 21 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (4.5 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (5.1 miles); Smile Solution (12.2 miles) | 19 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Nye — the range is genuinely wide. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Nye
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Nye offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
What Each Treatment Costs in Nye
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Nye:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Nye. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Nye — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Nye
Private full fixed brace treatment in Nye typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Nye — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Nye sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.7% of Nye's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Nye, 6.5% of the 1,725 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Nye has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Nye attend schools such as Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (1.9 miles) and Priory Community School (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 84 schools and 32,275 pupils in Nye's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Nye's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Nye is about 13 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. See local practice availability in Nye → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What affects clear aligner cost in Nye?
What you pay for clear aligners in Nye reflects the case, not just the brand. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Indicative Clear Aligner Costs in Nye
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Nye falls into these bands:
Affordable clear aligners in Nye
Lower-cost clear aligners in Nye are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
How to Find Genuine Value in Nye
Good value in Nye comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Nye
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Nye?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Nye is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 3.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (4.5 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Nye?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Nye, 4 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Nye offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Nye that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 3.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Clifton Dental Studio (12.7 miles) and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (12.8 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Nye?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How many families live in Nye?
14.7% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How deprived is Nye compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Nye is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Nye well served by schools?
DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Nye's Local Authority.
How much does Invisalign cost?
Roughly £2,500 for Invisalign Lite on mild cases up to £5,500 for Comprehensive full-arch treatment. The fee should cover ClinCheck planning, all trays, refinements and retainers.
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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