Orthodontic practices near Stroud
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Stroud, 17 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Nuno Bento | Osteopath in Stroud, 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
| Brockley House DentalStroud | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (500 reviews) |
| Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional TherapyStroud | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Imperial Dental Group StroudStroud | 0.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.2 (64 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 0.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stroud with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stroud, 0.6 miles west; the next are Stonehouse (3.0 miles west) and Quedgeley (6.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud | 5 | 0.6 miles west |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 3.0 miles west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 6.3 miles north-west |
| Gloucester | 8 | 6.7 miles north |
| Cirencester | 3 | 10.1 miles east |
| Cheltenham | 10 | 11.0 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 Stroud
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), 3.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 3.5 miles west |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-east |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 8.0 miles north |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 3.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Stroud at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| NHS dental services | NHS 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 60,155 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,470 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,249 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stroud High School — 1.4 miles Marling School — 1.5 miles Archway School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,997 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 5 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 40 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 Stroud
Stroud has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Nuno Bento | Osteopath in Stroud is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Stroud list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Stroud are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Stroud
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Orthodontist in Stroud: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Stroud keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Gloucestershire. Stroud — a large town with a population of around 60,155 — is covered on this page specifically.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Bowbridge, Uplands, Stroud Hill, Badbrook, Beeches Green, and Far Thrupp.
Area profile for Stroud
Stroud — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Stroud's under-16 share sits at 16.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 2,470 residents in Stroud's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Stroud has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Stroud are served by secondary schools including Stroud High School (1.4 miles) and Marling School (1.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Stroud close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Stroud is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
Local orthodontic signals in Stroud
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 5 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Stroud or nearby searches; 2 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 include NHS signals and 6 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 0, and evening or weekend availability from 0. Nearby practice records include Brockley House Dental, Imperial Dental Group Stroud, Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional Therapy, Nuno Bento | Osteopath, and Rowcroft Dental Centre.
Facts about Stroud
Stroud has a population of around 60,155, making it a large town within Gloucestershire. Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Uplands, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Stroud
Orthodontic treatment in Stroud is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Uplands, Bowbridge and Stroud Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Stroud.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Stroud
Every case in Stroud follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Stroud
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Stroud can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Uplands, Bowbridge and Stroud Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Stroud.
Treatment Options in Stroud — Local Context
5 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Stroud. Stroud — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Stroud's under-16 share sits at 16.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Stroud, 6.5% of the 2,470 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Stroud has more choice than 69% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 17.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Stroud are served by secondary schools including Stroud High School (1.4 miles) and Marling School (1.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Stroud is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Stroud is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away. Looking at the 5 practices listed around Stroud, NHS provision is recorded at 1 and private treatment at 6; 2 advertise clear aligners; and 1 mentions payment plans or finance. On practical access, 1 mentions parking. They reflect what practices state publicly, which is a useful shortlist but not a substitute for asking directly. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone. People from Uplands, Bowbridge, and Stroud Hill regularly make use of Stroud's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Stroud. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Stroud
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Stroud, Gloucestershire with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Bowbridge, Uplands, Stroud Hill, Badbrook, Beeches Green, and Far Thrupp.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Stroud
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Stroud often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stroud?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stroud is Nuno Bento | Osteopath in Stroud, about 0.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Brockley House Dental (0.7 miles) and Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional Therapy (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stroud?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Stroud, 17 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stroud?
The nearest practice to Stroud that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include HRS Dental Care (3.0 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Stroud, Gloucestershire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Stroud, Gloucestershire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.