NHS Treatment in Stoke Bishop at a Glance
| 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) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 8.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.7% of 3,461 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Whitetree Orthodontic Centre, Bristol — under a mile; 17 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Redland Green School — 1.2 miles Cotham School — 1.7 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 2 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Stoke Bishop
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Stoke Bishop, 25 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, 0.2 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Whitetree Orthodontic Centre, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetree Orthodontic CentreBristol | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBristol | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Dental Touch - Dentist in BristolBristol | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (110 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stoke Bishop with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bristol, 0.6 miles east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (2.0 miles west) and Kingswood (4.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 12 | 0.6 miles east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 2.0 miles west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 4.7 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 5.1 miles east |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 5.2 miles north-east |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 7.5 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 Stoke Bishop
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 11.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 11.4 miles north |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 2.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Stoke Bishop, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Nordea Dental Clinique, 1.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Whitetree Orthodontic Centre, Bristol, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 2 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Stoke Bishop are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Stoke Bishop funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Waiting Times in Stoke Bishop
NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Bristol vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Stoke Bishop
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in City of Bristol differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Provision in Stoke Bishop varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By national deprivation ranking, Stoke Bishop sits among the less deprived areas of England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Stoke Bishop, 3.7% of the 3,461 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across City of Bristol, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Stoke Bishop is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Stoke Bishop sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Stoke Bishop is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Stoke Bishop's under-16 share, 8.6%, is below the typical level. Secondary-age pupils near Stoke Bishop attend schools such as Redland Green School (1.2 miles) and Cotham School (1.7 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Stoke Bishop's Local Authority has 168 schools educating 69,339 pupils (DfE data). Stoke Bishop has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Stoke Bishop itself. The closest on record are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, under a mile away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 2 miles away; and Charlton Dental Bristol in Stoke Gifford, about 4 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Stoke Bishop
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Stoke Bishop trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
Children's Orthodontics in Stoke Bishop
Children's orthodontics in Stoke Bishop covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Stoke Bishop
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Stoke Bishop
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in City of Bristol apply the same national criteria consistently. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Stoke Bishop — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in City of Bristol differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Stoke Bishop
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stoke Bishop?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stoke Bishop is Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Whitetree Orthodontic Centre (0.6 miles) and WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stoke Bishop?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Stoke Bishop, 25 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stoke Bishop?
The nearest practice to Stoke Bishop that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Whitetree Orthodontic Centre in Bristol, about 0.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include WHITETREE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (0.7 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (1.1 miles).
How deprived is Stoke Bishop compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Stoke Bishop is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many schools are in Stoke Bishop's area?
Stoke Bishop's Local Authority has 168 schools educating 69,339 pupils (DfE data).
Is Stoke Bishop rural or urban?
ONS classifies Stoke Bishop as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What NHS area is Stoke Bishop in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
Almost always metal fixed braces — ceramic, lingual and aligner treatment aren't NHS options. A less visible appliance means going private.
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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