Orthodontic practices near Saltford
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Saltford, 38 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics in Bath, 3.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OrthodonticsBath | 3.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 3.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 3.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (135 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Saltford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 3.0 miles east; the next are Bristol (4.7 miles north-west) and Kingswood (5.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 3.0 miles east |
| Bristol | 11 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 5.6 miles north-west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 6.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Saltford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 7.3 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Saltford at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 4,073 |
| Residents under 16 | 12.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,415 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 577 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 45th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wellsway School — 1.4 miles IKB Academy — 1.4 miles Oldfield School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,330 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontics, Bath — 3 miles BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, Bristol — 5 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 38 within 10 miles, 58 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 Saltford
Saltford is 3 miles from Orthodontics in Bath, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (5.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (7.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Saltford list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 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 Saltford are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT in Bath, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Saltford
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Orthodontic services in Saltford
Orthodontist in Saltford: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Saltford? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Bath and North East Somerset. Saltford — a small town with a population of around 4,073 — is covered on this page specifically.
Saltford in context
Saltford — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 12.5% of residents under 16, Saltford skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,415 residents in the neighbourhood around Saltford, 5.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Saltford is better served than 87% of towns in England. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Saltford are Wellsway School (1.4 miles) and IKB Academy (1.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Saltford's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 31,546 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Saltford among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Saltford is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
What we know about practices near Saltford
There is no orthodontist on our records in Saltford itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontics in Bath, about 3 miles away; BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, about 5 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 6 miles away.
About Saltford
Around 4,073 people live in Saltford, which is a small town within Bath and North East Somerset. The nearest other location we cover is Burnett, around 2 km to the south-west.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Bitton, Burnett, Corston, Swineford, Kelston, and Stanton Prior may also help.
All Orthodontic Options in Saltford Explained
Patients in Saltford have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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 Saltford
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Saltford
Orthodontic treatment in Saltford is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Saltford
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Saltford
Not every practice near Saltford offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Saltford's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Saltford falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. With just 12.5% of residents under 16, Saltford skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Saltford, 5.8% of the 1,415 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Saltford is better served than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Saltford are Wellsway School (1.4 miles) and IKB Academy (1.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 89 schools and 31,546 pupils in Saltford's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Saltford sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Saltford is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 7 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 Saltford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Saltford
This section helps connect Saltford, Bath and North East Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Bitton, Burnett, Corston, Swineford, Kelston, and Stanton Prior may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Saltford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Saltford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saltford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saltford is Orthodontics in Bath, about 3.0 miles to the east. The next closest are ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (3.0 miles) and Chelsea Road Dental (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Saltford?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Saltford, 38 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saltford?
The nearest practice to Saltford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT in Bath, about 3.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Chelsea Road Dental (3.2 miles) and Circus Dental (4.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Saltford, Bath and North East Somerset?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Saltford, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.