Costs in Solomon Tump at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 5.9 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Phoenix Orthodontics, Gloucester — 6.4 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 10 within 10, 45 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 22.2% aged 25 to 49 of 1,683 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 379th closest to a practice of 612 places in the county; the county median is 4.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Solomon Tump that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Solomon Tump; 10 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, 5.9 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Phoenix Orthodontics, 6.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 5.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| ROGER MOORE DENTALGloucester | 6.1 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 6.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 6.5 miles east | – | ✓ | – | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 6.5 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| Gloucester Dental CareGloucester | 6.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (249 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Solomon Tump with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Quedgeley, 5.9 miles south-east; the next are Gloucester (6.1 miles east) and Stonehouse (10.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Quedgeley | 1 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 8 | 6.1 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 10.0 miles south-east |
| Stroud | 5 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham | 12 | 12.7 miles east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 14.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Solomon Tump
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 10.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 13.4 miles east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 6.5 miles east |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Solomon Tump, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to St.James Dental, the nearest practice on our register (5.9 miles away, about 7.7 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £140 | £1,570 to £3,640 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £140 | £2,070 to £4,640 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £140 | £4,070 to £8,140 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £40 to £70 | £1,540 to £5,570 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £40 to £70 | £2,540 to £5,570 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Solomon Tump
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Phoenix Orthodontics, Gloucester (6.4 miles) | Cotteswold House Dental Care (7.5 miles); HRS Dental Care (10.9 miles) | 3 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Phoenix Orthodontics, Gloucester (6.4 miles) | Gloucester Dental Care (6.6 miles); The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (6.7 miles) | 8 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Phoenix Orthodontics, Gloucester (6.4 miles) | Gloucester Dental Care (6.6 miles); The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (6.7 miles) | 14 |
| Private treatment | private fees | St.James Dental, Quedgeley (5.9 miles) | ROGER MOORE DENTAL (6.1 miles); Phoenix Orthodontics (6.4 miles) | 29 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | St.James Dental, Quedgeley (5.9 miles) | Phoenix Orthodontics (6.4 miles); Diana Pana Dentist (6.5 miles) | 15 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | St.James Dental, Quedgeley (5.9 miles) | Diana Pana Dentist (6.5 miles); Dr Naiz Khan (6.5 miles) | 9 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Solomon Tump vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Cost Context for Solomon Tump
Private full fixed brace treatment in Solomon Tump typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Solomon Tump. By ONS classification, Solomon Tump falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Solomon Tump falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.7% of Solomon Tump's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.1% of the 1,683 residents in Solomon Tump's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Solomon Tump has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Solomon Tump are served by secondary schools including Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre (3.4 miles) and Dene Magna and Sixth Form (4.3 miles). National deprivation data puts Solomon Tump close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Solomon Tump is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 30 miles away. See local practice availability in Solomon Tump → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What Each Treatment Costs in Solomon Tump
As a private-fee guide for Solomon Tump, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Solomon Tump. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Solomon Tump — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Solomon Tump
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Solomon Tump offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
Clear aligners in Solomon Tump — comparing lower-cost options
Affordable clear aligner options in Solomon Tump genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Affordable Aligner Options in Solomon Tump — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Solomon Tump. Census 2021 counts 1,683 residents in the neighbourhood around Solomon Tump: 22.2% aged 25 to 49 and 7.3% aged 16 to 24. People in Solomon Tump usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. By ONS classification, Solomon Tump falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. National deprivation data puts Solomon Tump close to the England median. NHS dental commissioning in Solomon Tump falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Solomon Tump is about 30 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Solomon Tump's under-16 share, 13.7%, is below the typical level. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
Clear aligner cost in Solomon Tump
Clear aligner cost in Solomon Tump varies considerably from case to case. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
What Drives Aligner Pricing in Solomon Tump
Case complexity sets the baseline: the number of trays and the difficulty of the movements largely decide the fee. It's assessed in person, but an online screen can give you a rough steer first.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Solomon Tump
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Solomon Tump?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Solomon Tump is St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 5.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are ROGER MOORE DENTAL (6.1 miles) and Phoenix Orthodontics (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Solomon Tump?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Solomon Tump, 10 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Quedgeley, 5.9 miles away.
Which practices near Solomon Tump offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Solomon Tump that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Phoenix Orthodontics in Gloucester, about 6.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Gloucester Dental Care (6.6 miles) and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (6.7 miles).
Which towns are close to Solomon Tump?
Upper Ley, Dursley Cross, Glasshouse are within easy reach of Solomon Tump.
How deprived is Solomon Tump compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Solomon Tump is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What NHS area is Solomon Tump in for dental services?
Solomon Tump sits within NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Which county covers Solomon Tump?
Solomon Tump is in Gloucestershire.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — two or three quotes from local practices is sensible, since fees vary with experience and overheads. Just make sure you're comparing like for like: same treatment, same arches, retainers and refinements included.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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