Orthodontic practices near Upper Kilcott
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Upper Kilcott; 3 practices within 10 and 72 practices within 20. The closest is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury | 5.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (28 reviews) |
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 8.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 10.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 10.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 10.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Dr Michael Frain Ltd- Hathaway Dental PracticeChippenham | 10.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.5 (153 reviews) |
| Hathaway Medical CentreChippenham | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.1 (279 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Kilcott with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chipping Sodbury, 5.6 miles south-west; the next are Iron Acton (8.6 miles south-west) and Mangotsfield (10.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 5.6 miles south-west |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 8.6 miles south-west |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 10.1 miles south-west |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 10.5 miles north |
| Chippenham | 6 | 10.9 miles south-east |
| Stroud | 5 | 11.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Kilcott
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), 10.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 10.8 miles north |
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 12.1 miles south-east |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 11.2 miles north |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 14.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Kilcott at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,221 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 84 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gloucestershire | 358th closest to an orthodontic practice of 612 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.1% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Gloucestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Katharine Lady Berkeley's School — 4.0 miles Chipping Sodbury School — 5.6 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ridge Dental, Chipping Sodbury — 6 miles Frampton Dental Surgery, Iron Acton — 9 miles Teodora Todorova, Mangotsfield — 10 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 72 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 Upper Kilcott
From Upper Kilcott the nearest practice is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, 5.6 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 72.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Teodora Todorova (10.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Upper Kilcott list clear aligners, the nearest 5.6 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 Upper Kilcott are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, 8.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upper Kilcott to Ridge Dental 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 150 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Kilcott
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Orthodontist in Upper Kilcott: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Upper Kilcott? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Gloucestershire and the surrounding area.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Lower Kilcott, Hawkesbury Upton, Petty France, Tresham, Little Badminton, and The Barton.
Practice data for Upper Kilcott
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upper Kilcott itself. The nearest recorded are Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 6 miles away; Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 9 miles away; and Teodora Todorova in Mangotsfield, about 10 miles away.
What official data says about Upper Kilcott
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Upper Kilcott sits within NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Upper Kilcott's under-16 share sits at 20.3%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Kilcott, 9.1% of the 2,221 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Upper Kilcott has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Upper Kilcott are Katharine Lady Berkeley's School (4.0 miles) and Chipping Sodbury School (5.6 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Upper Kilcott sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Upper Kilcott is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Local snapshot of Upper Kilcott
The nearest other location we cover is Lower Kilcott, around 1 km to the north-west.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Upper Kilcott
Patients in Upper Kilcott have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Kilcott
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Upper Kilcott
Many people in Upper Kilcott delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upper Kilcott
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Upper Kilcott — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Upper Kilcott is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 20.3% of Upper Kilcott's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.1% of the 2,221 residents in Upper Kilcott's census neighbourhood, above the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. People in Upper Kilcott usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Upper Kilcott are served by secondary schools including Katharine Lady Berkeley's School (4.0 miles) and Chipping Sodbury School (5.6 miles). Upper Kilcott falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Kilcott is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 16 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 Upper Kilcott. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Kilcott
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Upper Kilcott, Gloucestershire alone. If you're still deciding, related pages for Lower Kilcott, Hawkesbury Upton, Petty France, Tresham, Little Badminton, and The Barton may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Kilcott
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Kilcott often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Kilcott?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Kilcott is Ridge Dental in Chipping Sodbury, about 5.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Yate Dental Surgery (5.9 miles) and Frampton Dental Surgery (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Kilcott?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upper Kilcott, 3 practices within 10 miles and 72 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Chipping Sodbury, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Kilcott?
The nearest practice to Upper Kilcott that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Frampton Dental Surgery in Iron Acton, about 8.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include HRS Dental Care (10.5 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (10.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Kilcott, Gloucestershire?
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 Upper Kilcott, Gloucestershire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.