Orthodontic practices near Stanton Drew
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stanton Drew; 36 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is The Bristol Dental Practice, 5.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 5.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 5.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 5.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 5.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 5.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 6.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 6.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stanton Drew with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 5.6 miles north; the next are Kingswood (7.6 miles north-east) and Mangotsfield (8.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 5.6 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 7.6 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 2 | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Bath | 9 | 8.7 miles east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 8.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stanton Drew
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), 8.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 8.8 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 8.7 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 5.9 miles north |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 6.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Stanton Drew 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,461 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 92 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 89th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chew Valley School — 1.6 miles Bridge Learning Campus — 2.6 miles E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,382 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 | The Bristol Dental Practice, Bristol — 6 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 8 miles Staple Hill Dental Practice, Mangotsfield — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 56 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 Stanton Drew
From Stanton Drew the nearest practice is The Bristol Dental Practice, 5.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Bristol Dental Practice (5.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Stanton Drew list clear aligners, the nearest 5.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Stanton Drew are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Bristol Dental Practice, 5.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Stanton Drew to The Bristol Dental Practice is roughly 10 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 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 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 4.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Stanton Drew
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Orthodontic treatment options in Stanton Drew
Orthodontist in Stanton Drew: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Stanton Drew, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Bath and North East Somerset.
Where Stanton Drew sits locally
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Norton Hawkfield, the closest linked location.
Stanton Drew in context
Officially, Stanton Drew is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. 17.1% of Stanton Drew's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,461 residents in the neighbourhood around Stanton Drew, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Stanton Drew; the nearest is about 6 miles away. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Stanton Drew are Chew Valley School (1.6 miles) and Bridge Learning Campus (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Stanton Drew's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Stanton Drew sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Stanton Drew is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 6 miles away.
Useful local orthodontic context for Stanton Drew
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Stanton Drew. The nearest we do hold are The Bristol Dental Practice, about 6 miles away; Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 8 miles away; and Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, about 8 miles away.
More local pages to browse
Related pages for Norton Hawkfield, Chew Magna, Belluton, North Wick, Upper Stanton Drew, and Norton Malreward are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The Orthodontic Journey in Stanton Drew
Many people in Stanton Drew delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Stanton Drew
Practices serving Stanton Drew differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Stanton Drew is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Stanton Drew falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. 17.1% of Stanton Drew's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,461 residents in the neighbourhood around Stanton Drew, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Stanton Drew; the nearest is about 6 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Stanton Drew are Chew Valley School (1.6 miles) and Bridge Learning Campus (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Stanton Drew's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 31,546 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Stanton Drew among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Stanton Drew is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 6 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Stanton Drew
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Stanton Drew 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 Stanton Drew
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 Stanton Drew practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Stanton Drew. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Stanton Drew
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Stanton Drew, Bath and North East Somerset with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Norton Hawkfield, Chew Magna, Belluton, North Wick, Upper Stanton Drew, and Norton Malreward can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Stanton Drew
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Stanton Drew often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stanton Drew?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stanton Drew is The Bristol Dental Practice, about 5.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Queen Square Dental Clinic (5.6 miles) and Positeeth (5.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stanton Drew?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stanton Drew, 36 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bristol, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stanton Drew?
The nearest practice to Stanton Drew that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Bristol Dental Practice, about 5.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (5.9 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (5.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Stanton Drew, Bath and North East Somerset?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Stanton Drew, 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.