Orthodontic practices near Tickenham
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Tickenham; 20 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 6.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 6.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 7.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 7.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 8.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 8.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 8.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tickenham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 6.4 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (7.7 miles east) and Weston-super-Mare (7.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 17 | 7.7 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 11.6 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 12.2 miles east |
| Mangotsfield | 2 | 12.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tickenham
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), 8.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 8.4 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 8.3 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 8.9 miles east |
| Charlton Dental BristolStoke Gifford | 4.9 (474 reviews) | 11.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Tickenham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 585 |
| Residents under 16 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,904 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 19.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 96 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 86th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Clevedon School — 1.9 miles Nailsea School — 2.0 miles Gordano School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 4,616 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 6 miles Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 8 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 84 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 Tickenham
The nearest practice to Tickenham is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 6.4 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (7.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (8.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Tickenham list clear aligners, the nearest 6.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Tickenham are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 6.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Tickenham to Smile Solution 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 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £150 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 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Tickenham
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Orthodontist in Tickenham: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Tickenham understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across North Somerset and the surrounding area. Tickenham — a small village with a population of around 585 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local provider signals in Tickenham
There is no orthodontist on our records in Tickenham itself. The nearest we do hold are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 6 miles away; Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 8 miles away; and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8 miles away.
The local picture in Tickenham
Tickenham — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Tickenham has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.8% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,904 residents in the neighbourhood around Tickenham, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. People in Tickenham usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Tickenham attend schools such as Clevedon School (1.9 miles) and Nailsea School (2.0 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 84 schools and 32,275 pupils across Tickenham's Local Authority. Tickenham falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tickenham is about 9 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
A quick look at Tickenham
Around 585 people live in Tickenham, which is a small village within North Somerset. The nearest other location we cover is Clapton Wick, around 1 km to the north.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Clapton Wick, Weston in Gordano, Norton's Wood, Stone-edge Batch, Walton in Gordano, and Weston Down can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tickenham
Many people in Tickenham 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Tickenham runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Tickenham
Patients in Tickenham have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Tickenham
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 Tickenham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tickenham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Tickenham
This section helps connect Tickenham, North Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for Clapton Wick, Weston in Gordano, Norton's Wood, Stone-edge Batch, Walton in Gordano, and Weston Down.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Tickenham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tickenham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tickenham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tickenham is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 6.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (7.7 miles) and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre (7.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tickenham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Tickenham, 20 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Easton-in-Gordano, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tickenham?
The nearest practice to Tickenham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 6.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (8.0 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (8.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tickenham, North Somerset?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tickenham, North Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.