Orthodontic practices near Sea Mills
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Sea Mills, 25 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, 0.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 0.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 1.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 2.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 2.3 miles south-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 Sea Mills with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 0.7 miles east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (1.2 miles north-west) and Stoke Gifford (4.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 0.7 miles east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 1.2 miles north-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 5.5 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 5.9 miles east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 8.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Sea Mills
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 11.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 11.3 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Sea Mills at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bristol, City of |
| 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 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,326 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,967 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 17th closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Brightstowe — 1.1 miles St Katherine's School — 1.3 miles St Bede's Catholic College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 11,888 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 168 schools, 69,339 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — under a mile Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 1 miles Charlton Dental Bristol, Stoke Gifford — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 63 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 Sea Mills
Sea Mills has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Sea Mills list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Sea Mills 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, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Sea Mills
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Orthodontist in Sea Mills: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Sea Mills keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City of Bristol.
Local snapshot of Sea Mills
The nearest other location we cover is Sneyd Park, around 1 km to the east.
Sea Mills in context
Sea Mills — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Sea Mills's under-16 share sits at 14.5%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,326 residents in the neighbourhood around Sea Mills, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), Sea Mills has more choice than 89% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Sea Mills attend schools such as Oasis Academy Brightstowe (1.1 miles) and St Katherine's School (1.3 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 168 schools and 69,339 pupils across Sea Mills's Local Authority. Sea Mills falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Sea Mills is about 3 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Sneyd Park, Stoke Bishop, Abbots Leigh, Ham Green, Leigh Woods, and Shirehampton may also help.
What local practice data suggests in Sea Mills
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Sea Mills. The nearest recorded are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, under a mile away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about a mile away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Sea Mills
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Sea Mills has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Sea Mills
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Sea Mills
Orthodontic treatment in Sea Mills 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Sea Mills follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Sea Mills. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Sea Mills
This section helps connect Sea Mills, City of Bristol to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Sneyd Park, Stoke Bishop, Abbots Leigh, Ham Green, Leigh Woods, and Shirehampton can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Sea Mills
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Sea Mills often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sea Mills?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sea Mills is Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 0.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Smile Solution (1.2 miles) and WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sea Mills?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Sea Mills, 25 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sea Mills?
The nearest practice to Sea Mills that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 1.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.5 miles) and Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (1.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Sea Mills, City of Bristol?
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 Sea Mills, City of Bristol?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.