Orthodontic practices near Portishead
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Portishead, 18 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 4.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 5.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 6.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 6.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 7.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 7.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Portishead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 4.2 miles east; the next are Bristol (5.8 miles east) and Stoke Gifford (9.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 4.2 miles east |
| Bristol | 17 | 5.8 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 9.2 miles east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 10.7 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 3 | 10.7 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 2 | 11.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Portishead
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 12.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 12.0 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 7.3 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 7.1 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 7.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Portishead 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 23,699 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,790 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,010 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within North Somerset | 50th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gordano School — 0.4 miles Nailsea School — 3.5 miles Clevedon School — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,029 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 — 4 miles Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 6 miles Charlton Dental Bristol, Stoke Gifford — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 84 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 Portishead
Portishead is 4.2 miles from Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (7.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Portishead list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Portishead 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, 4.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Portishead
North Somerset12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Portishead
Orthodontist in Portishead: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Portishead often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across North Somerset. Portishead — a market town with a population of around 23,699 — is covered on this page specifically.
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Nearby location pages including Dry Hill, Clapton in Gordano, Sheepway, Weston in Gordano, Redcliffe Bay, and Stone-edge Batch can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local provider signals in Portishead
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Portishead. The nearest recorded are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4 miles away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 6 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 9 miles away.
Portishead in numbers
Around 23,699 people live in Portishead, which is a market town within North Somerset. The nearest other location we cover is Dry Hill, around 1 km to the north-west.
Portishead in context
Portishead is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Portishead. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,790 residents in the neighbourhood around Portishead, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Portishead are served by secondary schools including Gordano School (0.4 miles) and Nailsea School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Portishead's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Portishead among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Portishead is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 8 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Portishead
Patients in Portishead have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Portishead
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Portishead — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Portishead
Starting orthodontic treatment in Portishead can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Portishead
What's available in Portishead depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Portishead sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Portishead, 7.9% of the 1,790 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Portishead are served by secondary schools including Gordano School (0.4 miles) and Nailsea School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Portishead's Local Authority. Portishead falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Portishead is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Portishead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Portishead
If Portishead, North Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Dry Hill, Clapton in Gordano, Sheepway, Weston in Gordano, Redcliffe Bay, and Stone-edge Batch may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Portishead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Portishead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Portishead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Portishead is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (5.8 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Portishead?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Portishead, 18 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Portishead?
The nearest practice to Portishead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 4.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (6.6 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (6.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Portishead, North Somerset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Portishead, North Somerset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.