Orthodontic practices near Redcliffe Bay
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Redcliffe Bay; 17 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 5.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 7.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 8.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 8.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 8.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 8.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 8.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 8.8 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 Redcliffe Bay with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 5.9 miles east; the next are Bristol (7.6 miles east) and Weston-super-Mare (9.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.9 miles east |
| Bristol | 16 | 7.6 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 9.7 miles south-west |
| Newport | 7 | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 10.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Redcliffe Bay
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), 9.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 9.0 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 8.8 miles east |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 4.9 (813 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-west |
| Newport Orthodontic CentreNewport | 4.9 (812 reviews) | 11.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Redcliffe Bay 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,762 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,708 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gordano School — 1.8 miles Clevedon School — 2.7 miles Nailsea School — 4.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 3,419 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 — 6 miles Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 8 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 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 | 17 within 10 miles, 77 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 Redcliffe Bay
The nearest practice to Redcliffe Bay is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (7.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Redcliffe Bay list clear aligners, the nearest 5.9 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 Redcliffe Bay 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, 5.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Redcliffe Bay to Smile Solution 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 150 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Redcliffe Bay
North Somerset12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Redcliffe Bay
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Redcliffe Bay, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of North Somerset.
Local provider signals in Redcliffe Bay
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Redcliffe Bay. The closest on record are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 6 miles away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 8 miles away; and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 10 miles away.
What official data says about Redcliffe Bay
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Redcliffe Bay sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Redcliffe Bay's under-16 share sits at 15.3%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Redcliffe Bay, 6.4% of the 1,762 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Redcliffe Bay; the nearest is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Redcliffe Bay are Gordano School (1.8 miles) and Clevedon School (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Redcliffe Bay's Local Authority. Redcliffe Bay's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Redcliffe Bay is about 9 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Weston Down, Weston in Gordano, Walton Down, Clapton Wick, Dry Hill, and Norton's Wood follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local snapshot of Redcliffe Bay
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Weston Down, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Redcliffe Bay
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Redcliffe Bay helps you ask the right questions. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Redcliffe Bay — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Redcliffe Bay
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Redcliffe Bay can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Redcliffe Bay
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Redcliffe Bay practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Redcliffe Bay. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Redcliffe Bay
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Redcliffe Bay, North Somerset alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Weston Down, Weston in Gordano, Walton Down, Clapton Wick, Dry Hill, and Norton's Wood.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Redcliffe Bay
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Redcliffe Bay often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Redcliffe Bay?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Redcliffe Bay is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (7.6 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (8.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Redcliffe Bay?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Redcliffe Bay, 17 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Redcliffe Bay?
The nearest practice to Redcliffe Bay that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (8.3 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (8.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Redcliffe Bay, North Somerset?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Redcliffe Bay, North Somerset?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.