Teeth Whitening in Uphill at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | King Square Dental Practice — 13.2 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Twenty 2 Dental, Weston-super-Mare — 2.1 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 3.5 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 3.5 miles |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.3% aged 25 to 49 of 1,462 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Access within North Somerset | 18th closest to a practice of 114 places in the county; the county median is 4.9 miles |
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.
Private practices near Uphill
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Uphill, 4 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, 2.1 miles north. The nearest listing private treatment is Twenty 2 Dental, 2.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 2.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 3.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Smile Studio PenarthPenarth | 11.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (92 reviews) |
| Wellwood Dentistry & AestheticsPenarth | 11.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Uphill with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Weston-super-Mare, 2.1 miles north; the next are Penarth (11.6 miles north-west) and Dinas Powys (12.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 2.1 miles north |
| Penarth | 2 | 11.6 miles north-west |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 12.7 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 12.8 miles south |
| Cardiff | 11 | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Barry | 3 | 13.7 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Uphill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 15.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-west |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-west |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 15.0 miles north-west |
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 14.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments there is. Patients across Uphill choose it because the shade lift is calibrated to their teeth and sensitivity. The timescale ranges from a single 90-minute visit to a fortnight of overnight tray wear.
Teeth Whitening in Uphill — Local Context
As a guide in Uphill, in-chair whitening runs £300–£700, while a take-home tray kit is usually £200–£450. Practices serving Uphill differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Census 2021 counts 1,462 residents in the neighbourhood around Uphill: 23.3% aged 25 to 49 and 9.4% aged 16 to 24. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Uphill has more choice than 56% of towns in England. By ONS classification, Uphill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. By national deprivation ranking, Uphill sits among the less deprived areas of England. NHS dental commissioning in Uphill falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Uphill is about 16 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. Census data puts 14.4% of Uphill's population at under 16. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Uphill's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). See local practice availability in Uphill →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
Whitening Options Available in Uphill
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening happens in a single visit: a strong hydrogen-peroxide gel is light-activated for immediate change, usually lifting the shade several grades in one sitting.
Take-home tray whitening uses custom trays and professional-strength gel worn daily (30 minutes to overnight) over 2–4 weeks. It builds a gradual result with less sensitivity than in-chair treatment.
Combined whitening (an in-chair session followed by take-home top-ups) is often recommended in Uphill because it maximises the initial jump and lets you maintain the shade over time.
Over-the-counter kits sold in shops are limited by law to weak gel concentrations, so they're fine for touch-ups but no substitute for dentist-led whitening.
Managing Sensitivity After Whitening
Some patients feel sensitivity during whitening, particularly in-chair. Using a potassium-nitrate or stannous-fluoride toothpaste for one to two weeks before treatment cuts this significantly, and a desensitising gel can be used between sessions.
Whitened enamel re-stains fastest in the first couple of days, so ease off coffee, tea and red wine. With sensible maintenance the shade holds for one to two years before a quick refresh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Uphill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Uphill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Uphill is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, about 2.1 miles to the north. The next closest are The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (2.4 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Uphill?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Uphill, 4 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Uphill?
The nearest practice to Uphill that lists private treatment is Twenty 2 Dental in Weston-super-Mare, about 2.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (2.4 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (2.5 miles).
How deprived is Uphill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Uphill is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Uphill?
Eastertown, Batch, Weston Village are within easy reach of Uphill.
What NHS area is Uphill in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Uphill falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Uphill?
By ONS classification, Uphill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Am I suitable for teeth whitening?
Most adults with healthy teeth and gums are suitable for professional whitening. Whitening is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for patients under 18, or for those with severe gum disease or untreated decay. Intrinsic staining (from antibiotics or fluorosis) responds poorly and should be discussed with a dentist.
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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