Teeth Whitening in Upper Knowle at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 2 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Queen Square Dental Clinic, Bristol — 2 miles; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Church Road Dental Practice, Bristol — 2.1 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Queen Square Dental Clinic, Bristol — 2 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 of 1,637 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within City of Bristol | 43rd closest to a practice of 55 places in the county; the county median is 0.9 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 Upper Knowle
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Upper Knowle, 41 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 2.0 miles north-west. The nearest listing private treatment is Queen Square Dental Clinic, 2.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Upper Knowle with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Bristol, 2.0 miles north-west; the next are Kingswood (3.3 miles north-east) and Mangotsfield (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 15 | 2.0 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 6.8 miles north |
| Bath | 4 | 7.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Knowle
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 8.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 8.0 miles south-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-west |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Whitening supplied by a registered dental professional uses far stronger gel than anything sold over the counter. Patients across Upper Knowle choose it because the shade lift is calibrated to their teeth and sensitivity. Results can appear in a single in-chair session or build gradually over two to three weeks at home.
Teeth Whitening in Upper Knowle — Local Context
Professional teeth whitening in Upper Knowle typically costs £300–£700 for in-chair treatment, and £200–£450 for a custom take-home tray kit from a dental practice. Provision in Upper Knowle varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Census 2021 counts 1,637 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Knowle: 34.8% aged 25 to 49 and 9.1% aged 16 to 24. With 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, Upper Knowle is better served than 90% of towns in England. Upper Knowle is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Upper Knowle's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upper Knowle is about 2 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Census data puts 14.8% of Upper Knowle's population at under 16. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. DfE figures put 168 schools and 69,339 pupils across Upper Knowle's Local Authority. See local practice availability in Upper Knowle →
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.
Professional Whitening Choices in Upper Knowle
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening is done at the practice in one 60–90 minute appointment. A high-concentration gel is applied and activated with a light or laser, giving immediate results — typically a 4–8 shade lift, depending on your starting point.
Take-home tray whitening gives you custom-fitted trays to wear at home for a couple of weeks; the slower build tends to be gentler on sensitivity while reaching the same end shade.
Combined whitening pairs a fast in-chair kick-start with trays for maintenance — a popular route in Upper Knowle for people who want quick results that last.
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.
Understanding Tooth Shade — The VITA Scale
Colour is tracked on the VITA scale — A1 at the light end through to C4 at the dark. Untreated teeth usually fall around A2–B3 in Upper Knowle patients, with whitening moving them several grades lighter.
Response depends on the cause of the staining — surface and yellow discolouration whiten well, developmental and grey staining resist it, and any crowns or composite won't shift, so mismatches are worth discussing first.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Upper Knowle
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Knowle?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Knowle is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 2.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Church Road Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and The Bristol Dental Practice (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Knowle?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Upper Knowle, 41 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Upper Knowle?
The nearest practice to Upper Knowle that lists private treatment is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 2.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Church Road Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and The Bristol Dental Practice (2.1 miles).
Is Upper Knowle well served by schools?
Upper Knowle's Local Authority has 168 schools educating 69,339 pupils (DfE data).
Is Upper Knowle a family area?
Census data puts 14.8% of Upper Knowle's population at under 16.
What county is Upper Knowle in?
Upper Knowle falls within City of Bristol.
Which NHS body covers Upper Knowle for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Upper Knowle falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
How soon after braces can I whiten my teeth?
It's usually best to wait a few weeks after braces are removed so the gums settle and any residual bonding is cleaned off. Whitening after orthodontics is very common — many patients treat it as the finishing touch — but your dentist will confirm the right timing for your case.
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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