NHS Treatment in Upper Baggeridge 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 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,160 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bath — 5.2 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saint Gregory's Catholic College — 3.2 miles Writhlington School — 3.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 14 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% 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 Upper Baggeridge
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Baggeridge, 20 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Bath Spa Dentistry, 5.0 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, 5.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBath | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Circus DentalBath | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (277 reviews) |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (135 reviews) |
| Dr G EdwardsBath | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Baggeridge with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bath, 5.2 miles north; the next are Frome (6.0 miles south) and Trowbridge (6.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 8 | 5.2 miles north |
| Frome | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 6.8 miles east |
| Bristol | 4 | 12.2 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 13.1 miles north-west |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 13.5 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 Upper Baggeridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bath Dental Clinic (5.0 from 12 reviews), 5.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 5.3 miles north |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 14.1 miles north-west |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 5.3 miles north |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 4.9 (135 reviews) | 5.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Upper Baggeridge, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 13.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bath, 5.2 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 14 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Upper Baggeridge 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Upper Baggeridge follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Upper Baggeridge
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Upper Baggeridge typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Waiting Times in Upper Baggeridge
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Bath and North East Somerset vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Upper Baggeridge
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.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Upper Baggeridge. National deprivation data ranks Upper Baggeridge among England's less deprived areas. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Baggeridge, 6.6% of the 1,160 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, Upper Baggeridge is about 14 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. NHS dental commissioning in Upper Baggeridge falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Upper Baggeridge's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 15.3% of Upper Baggeridge's population at under 16. The closest secondary schools to Upper Baggeridge are Saint Gregory's Catholic College (3.2 miles) and Writhlington School (3.4 miles). Upper Baggeridge'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 Upper Baggeridge; the nearest is about 5 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upper Baggeridge itself. The nearest we do hold are Bath Spa Dentistry, about 5 miles away; Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 6 miles away; and Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 7 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Upper Baggeridge
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Upper Baggeridge comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Bath and North East Somerset apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Upper Baggeridge.
What Is IOTN?
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Bath and North East Somerset.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Upper Baggeridge
Children's orthodontics in Upper Baggeridge covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Treatment for Children in Upper Baggeridge
Eligible children under 18 in Upper Baggeridge are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Upper Baggeridge
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Baggeridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Baggeridge is Bath Spa Dentistry, about 5.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant Clinic (5.2 miles) and Bath Orthodontics (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Baggeridge?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Baggeridge, 20 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Baggeridge?
The nearest practice to Upper Baggeridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bath, about 5.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Circus Dental (5.3 miles) and Circus Orthodontics (5.3 miles).
How many families live in Upper Baggeridge?
15.3% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What towns are near Upper Baggeridge?
Faulkland, Combe Hay, Norton St Philip are within easy reach of Upper Baggeridge.
What county is Upper Baggeridge in?
Upper Baggeridge falls within Bath and North East Somerset.
What kind of area is Upper Baggeridge?
By ONS classification, Upper Baggeridge falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private treatment.
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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