Orthodontic practices near Thornbury
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Thornbury; 12 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, 5.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 5.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 6.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (474 reviews) |
| Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury | 6.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (28 reviews) |
| Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury | 6.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 7.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (151 reviews) |
| Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant CentreMangotsfield | 7.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (210 reviews) |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 8.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Thornbury with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stoke Gifford, 5.2 miles south; the next are Iron Acton (5.5 miles south) and Chipping Sodbury (6.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 5.2 miles south |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 5.5 miles south |
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 6.6 miles south-east |
| Chepstow | 1 | 7.0 miles west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 7.6 miles south |
| Kingswood | 1 | 9.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Thornbury
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), 13.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 13.9 miles north-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 7.0 miles west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 11.3 miles south |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 11.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Thornbury at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Gloucestershire |
| 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) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 11,687 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,458 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,565 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within South Gloucestershire | 116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 2.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in South Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Castle School — 0.4 miles Marlwood School — 1.4 miles Bradley Stoke Community School — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,926 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 121 schools, 41,884 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, Stoke Gifford — 5 miles Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton — 6 miles Yate Dental Surgery, Chipping Sodbury — 7 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 | 12 within 10 miles, 60 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 Thornbury
From Thornbury the nearest practice is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, 5.2 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 12 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Teodora Todorova (8.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (11.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Thornbury list clear aligners, the nearest 5.2 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 Thornbury are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, 5.2 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 Thornbury to Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke 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 140 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Thornbury
South Gloucestershire12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Thornbury
Orthodontist in Thornbury: People weighing up braces or aligners in Thornbury can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across South Gloucestershire. Thornbury — a market town with a population of around 11,687 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Thornbury
There is no orthodontist on our records in Thornbury itself. The nearest recorded are Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke, about 5 miles away; Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 6 miles away; and Yate Dental Surgery in Chipping Sodbury, about 7 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Gillingstool, Sibland, Duckhole, The Hacket, Alveston, and Alveston Down may also help.
Thornbury in context
Thornbury is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Thornbury sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.2% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,458 residents in Thornbury's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across South Gloucestershire. Thornbury has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Thornbury are served by secondary schools including The Castle School (0.4 miles) and Marlwood School (1.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Thornbury's Local Authority has 121 schools educating 41,884 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Thornbury sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Thornbury is about 11 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
About Thornbury
Thornbury is home to around 11,687 people, classing it as a market town within South Gloucestershire. Gillingstool is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Thornbury.
Orthodontic Treatments in Thornbury
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Thornbury can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Thornbury
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 Thornbury practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Thornbury
Many people in Thornbury 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Thornbury — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Thornbury. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Thornbury
If Thornbury, South Gloucestershire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. This page links onward to Gillingstool, Sibland, Duckhole, The Hacket, Alveston, and Alveston Down for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Thornbury
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Thornbury often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Thornbury?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Thornbury is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, about 5.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Frampton Dental Surgery (5.5 miles) and Charlton Dental Bristol (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Thornbury?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Thornbury, 12 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stoke Gifford, 5.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Thornbury?
The nearest practice to Thornbury that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley Stoke in Stoke Gifford, about 5.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Frampton Dental Surgery (5.5 miles) and Smile Solution Chepstow (7.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Thornbury, South 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 Thornbury, South Gloucestershire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.