NHS Treatment in Temple Cloud at a Glance
| 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) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of 1,518 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Chelsea Road Dental, Bath — 7.9 miles; 17 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Somervale Secondary School — 3.4 miles Norton Hill Academy — 3.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% 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 Temple Cloud
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Temple Cloud; 28 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 7.9 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental, 7.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 7.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 8.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 8.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (135 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 8.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 8.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Temple Cloud with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bath, 7.9 miles north-east; the next are Mendip (9.2 miles south-west) and Bristol (9.4 miles north).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Temple Cloud
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 9.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 9.8 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 8.8 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 9.4 miles north |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Temple Cloud, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 9.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental, Bath, 7.9 miles 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 10 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Temple Cloud are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Temple Cloud, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Temple Cloud plan around realistic waiting times.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Temple Cloud?
Many patients in Bath and North East Somerset wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Temple Cloud
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Temple Cloud costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Temple Cloud
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Bath and North East Somerset depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Not every practice near Temple Cloud offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Temple Cloud's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Temple Cloud, 6.3% of the 1,518 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Temple Cloud is about 10 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Temple Cloud — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 18.6% of Temple Cloud's population at under 16. The closest secondary schools to Temple Cloud are Somervale Secondary School (3.4 miles) and Norton Hill Academy (3.8 miles). Temple Cloud's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 31,546 pupils, according to DfE figures. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Temple Cloud; the nearest is about 8 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Temple Cloud itself. The nearest we do hold are Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 8 miles away; Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 9 miles away; and Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 9 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Temple Cloud
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Bath and North East Somerset to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Temple Cloud — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Bath and North East Somerset differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Temple Cloud
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
The Age-7 Assessment
British Orthodontic Society guidance points to age 7 for an assessment where there's a noticeable concern — by then most children have their first permanent molars and incisors through, which is enough for an orthodontist to judge jaw relationships, arch development, bite and likely future crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Temple Cloud
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Temple Cloud?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Temple Cloud is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 7.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Implant Clinic (7.9 miles) and Aquae Sulis Dental (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Temple Cloud?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Temple Cloud, 28 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bath, 7.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Temple Cloud?
The nearest practice to Temple Cloud that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 7.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (8.1 miles) and Bath Dental Clinic (8.8 miles).
What towns are near Temple Cloud?
Clutton, Clutton Hill, High Littleton are within easy reach of Temple Cloud.
What county is Temple Cloud in?
Temple Cloud is in Bath and North East Somerset.
How many schools are in Temple Cloud's area?
DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Temple Cloud's Local Authority.
What kind of area is Temple Cloud?
By ONS classification, Temple Cloud falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is NHS orthodontic treatment as good as private?
Clinically, yes — specialist-delivered NHS treatment gets excellent results. The real differences are appliance choice and speed: NHS means metal braces and a wait, private opens up ceramic, aligner and lingual options straight away.
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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