Orthodontic practices near Shirehampton
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Shirehampton, 25 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 0.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 0.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 2.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 3.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 3.7 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 Shirehampton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 0.3 miles south-east; the next are Bristol (2.1 miles east) and Stoke Gifford (5.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 0.3 miles south-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 2.1 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.9 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 7.0 miles east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 9.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shirehampton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 10.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 10.5 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 4.0 miles south-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 4.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shirehampton 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,597 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 37.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,961 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Brightstowe — 0.4 miles St Katherine's School — 1.2 miles St Bede's Catholic College — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,955 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 | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — under a mile Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 2 miles Charlton Dental Bristol, Stoke Gifford — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 66 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BS11 |
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 Shirehampton
The nearest practice to Shirehampton is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 66.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Shirehampton 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 Shirehampton 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, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shirehampton
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Orthodontist in Shirehampton: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Shirehampton? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City of Bristol and the surrounding area.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Ham Green, Pill, Avonmouth, Easton-in-Gordano, Lodway, and Sea Mills.
Useful local orthodontic context for Shirehampton
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shirehampton itself. The closest on record are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, under a mile away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 2 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 5 miles away.
Area profile for Shirehampton
Officially, Shirehampton is categorised 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 Shirehampton. Census figures show 21.5% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,597 residents in Shirehampton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Shirehampton is better served than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Shirehampton attend schools such as Oasis Academy Brightstowe (0.4 miles) and St Katherine's School (1.2 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 168 schools and 69,339 pupils in Shirehampton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Shirehampton among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shirehampton is about 4 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
About Shirehampton
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Ham Green, the closest linked location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Shirehampton
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Shirehampton helps you ask the right questions. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Shirehampton runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Shirehampton Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Shirehampton can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Treatment Options in Shirehampton — Local Context
Practices serving Shirehampton differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Shirehampton — 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. Shirehampton's under-16 share sits at 21.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,597 residents in Shirehampton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across City of Bristol. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Shirehampton is better served than 87% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Shirehampton are served by secondary schools including Oasis Academy Brightstowe (0.4 miles) and St Katherine's School (1.2 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Shirehampton's Local Authority area covers 168 schools and 69,339 pupils, according to DfE figures. Shirehampton falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Shirehampton is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Shirehampton itself. The nearest recorded are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, under a mile away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 2 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 5 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shirehampton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shirehampton
This section helps connect Shirehampton, City of Bristol to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. If you're still deciding, related pages for Ham Green, Pill, Avonmouth, Easton-in-Gordano, Lodway, and Sea Mills may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shirehampton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shirehampton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shirehampton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shirehampton is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (2.1 miles) and WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shirehampton?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Shirehampton, 25 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shirehampton?
The nearest practice to Shirehampton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.9 miles) and Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shirehampton, 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 Shirehampton, City of Bristol?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.