Orthodontic practices near Stony Littleton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stony Littleton; 20 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Bath Spa Dentistry, 5.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 5.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 5.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Circus House Dental and Implant CentreBath | 5.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (277 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stony Littleton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 5.1 miles north; the next are Frome (6.1 miles south-east) and Trowbridge (8.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 5.1 miles north |
| Frome | 4 | 6.1 miles south-east |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 8.1 miles east |
| Bristol | 6 | 11.6 miles north-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 12.1 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 12.5 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 Stony Littleton
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), 5.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 5.1 miles north |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 5.1 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 13.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Stony Littleton 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 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,160 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 59 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 79th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Writhlington School — 2.4 miles Somerset Studio School — 2.4 miles Saint Gregory's Catholic College — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,046 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 | Bath Spa Dentistry, Bath — 5 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 6 miles Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 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 | 20 within 10 miles, 57 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 Stony Littleton
From Stony Littleton the nearest practice is Bath Spa Dentistry, 5.1 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (8.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Stony Littleton list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles 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 Stony Littleton are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 14 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Stony Littleton to Bath Spa Dentistry 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Stony Littleton
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Orthodontic services in Stony Littleton
Orthodontist in Stony Littleton: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Stony Littleton? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Bath and North East Somerset and the surrounding area.
Stony Littleton in context
Stony Littleton is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.3% of Stony Littleton's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,160 residents in the neighbourhood around Stony Littleton, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Stony Littleton; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Stony Littleton are served by secondary schools including Writhlington School (2.4 miles) and Somerset Studio School (2.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Stony Littleton's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 31,546 pupils (DfE data). Stony Littleton falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Stony Littleton is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 14 miles away.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Double Hill, Shoscombe, Faulkland, Wellow, White Ox Mead, and Upper Baggeridge are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local provider signals in Stony Littleton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Stony Littleton itself. The nearest recorded are Bath Spa Dentistry, about 5 miles away; Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 6 miles away; and Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 8 miles away.
About Stony Littleton
The nearest other location we cover is Double Hill, around 1 km to the west.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Stony Littleton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Stony Littleton can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Stony Littleton
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 Stony Littleton practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Stony Littleton
Many people in Stony Littleton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Stony Littleton
Treatment in Stony Littleton runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Stony Littleton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Stony Littleton
This section helps connect Stony Littleton, Bath and North East Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Double Hill, Shoscombe, Faulkland, Wellow, White Ox Mead, and Upper Baggeridge may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Stony Littleton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Stony Littleton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stony Littleton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stony Littleton is Bath Spa Dentistry, about 5.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Aquae Sulis Dental (5.1 miles) and The Dental Implant Clinic (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stony Littleton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stony Littleton, 20 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bath, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stony Littleton?
The nearest practice to Stony Littleton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 5.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Circus Dental (5.4 miles) and Circus Orthodontics (5.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Stony Littleton, Bath and North East Somerset?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Stony Littleton, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.