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Orthodontic practices near The Wrangle

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of The Wrangle; 3 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 6.5 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Somerset OrthodontistMendip6.5 miles south✓✓✓4.4 (19 reviews)
Rock House Dental PracticeMendip6.5 miles south–––4.9 (112 reviews)
Priory DentalMendip6.5 miles south✓–✓4.9 (94 reviews)
The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol10.8 miles north✓✓✓4.9 (689 reviews)
Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol10.8 miles north–✓✓4.7 (333 reviews)
Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol11.0 miles north✓✓✓4.9 (142 reviews)
Clifton OrthodonticsBristol11.0 miles north✓✓✓4.7 (107 reviews)
Dr Nik GognaBristol11.0 miles north✓✓✓5.0 (44 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to The Wrangle with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 6.5 miles south; the next are Bristol (10.8 miles north) and Weston-super-Mare (12.3 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Mendip36.5 miles south
Bristol1710.8 miles north
Weston-super-Mare312.3 miles west
Easton-in-Gordano113.0 miles north
Bath513.1 miles north-east
Kingswood113.2 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 The Wrangle

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), 13.2 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Aquae Sulis DentalBath5.0 (167 reviews)13.2 miles north-east
The Dental Implant ClinicBath5.0 (47 reviews)13.1 miles north-east
Dr Nik GognaBristol5.0 (44 reviews)11.0 miles north
DentaQuestBristol5.0 (33 reviews)11.2 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

The Wrangle at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSomerset
NHS dental servicesNHS Somerset Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1614.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,007 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre36 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Bath and North East Somerset108th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.2% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset
Nearest university dental hospitalBristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 11 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsChew Valley School — 4.4 miles
Fairlands Middle School — 5.1 miles
The Kings of Wessex Academy — 5.4 miles
Schools in council area303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay20.2% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesSomerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 6 miles
The Bristol Dental Practice, Bristol — 11 miles
Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 12 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles3 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 The Wrangle

The nearest practice to The Wrangle is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 6.5 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 57.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Bristol Dental Practice (10.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around The Wrangle list clear aligners, the nearest 6.5 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around The Wrangle are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 6.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 11 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from The Wrangle to Somerset Orthodontist is roughly 15 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 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

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What we know about practices near The Wrangle

No orthodontic practice is recorded in The Wrangle. The closest on record are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 6 miles away; The Bristol Dental Practice, about 11 miles away; and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 12 miles away.

The local picture in The Wrangle

The Wrangle's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in The Wrangle. The Wrangle's under-16 share sits at 14.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,007 residents in the neighbourhood around The Wrangle, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. The Wrangle has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near The Wrangle attend schools such as Chew Valley School (4.4 miles) and Fairlands Middle School (5.1 miles). DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across The Wrangle's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, The Wrangle is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to The Wrangle is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

The Wrangle in numbers

Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Compton Martin, the closest linked location.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in The Wrangle

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, The Wrangle has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

How to Choose in The Wrangle

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 The Wrangle practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Wrangle

Many people in The Wrangle 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in The Wrangle

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in The Wrangle

Provision in The Wrangle varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. The Wrangle — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 14.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,007 residents in the neighbourhood around The Wrangle, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. People in The Wrangle usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to The Wrangle are Chew Valley School (4.4 miles) and Fairlands Middle School (5.1 miles). The Wrangle's Local Authority area covers 303 schools and 79,343 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, The Wrangle is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to The Wrangle is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Wrangle. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in The Wrangle

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Wrangle often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Wrangle?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Wrangle is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 6.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (6.5 miles) and Priory Dental (6.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near The Wrangle?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of The Wrangle, 3 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 6.5 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Wrangle?

The nearest practice to The Wrangle that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 6.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Priory Dental (6.5 miles) and The Bristol Dental Practice (10.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Wrangle, Bath and North East Somerset?

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 The Wrangle, Bath and North East Somerset?

Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.

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TitleThe Wrangle, Bath and North East Somerset Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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