Orthodontic practices near Upper Radford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Upper Radford; 20 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, 5.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBath | 6.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 6.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Radford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 5.9 miles north-east; the next are Frome (9.2 miles south-east) and Bristol (9.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Frome | 4 | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Bristol | 8 | 9.9 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 10.6 miles north |
| Mendip | 2 | 10.7 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Radford
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), 6.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 6.0 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The orthodontic landscape in Upper Radford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Upper Radford offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Treatment Options in Upper Radford — Local Context
Not every practice near Upper Radford offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Upper Radford sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,503 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Radford, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Upper Radford; the nearest is about 6 miles away. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Upper Radford are served by secondary schools including Somervale Secondary School (2.5 miles) and Norton Hill Academy (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Upper Radford's Local Authority. Upper Radford sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upper Radford is about 11 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upper Radford. The nearest recorded are The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, about 6 miles away; Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 9 miles away; and BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, about 10 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
As a guide, private orthodontic treatment in Upper Radford usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Radford
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
If NHS eligibility is your priority
Metal fixed braces are the only NHS-funded option, available only to qualifying under-18s via the IOTN scale. NHS provision in Upper Radford is delivered by contracted practices — your GP or dentist can refer you. Expect a waiting list. The clinical outcomes are equivalent to private treatment.
If discretion is your priority
Lingual braces (invisible from front) or clear aligners (virtually invisible) are the options. Lingual braces handle more complex cases but cost more and require specialist fitting. Clear aligners require consistent daily wear. Ceramic braces are a mid-point — much less visible than metal but not hidden.
If budget is your primary concern
On price, metal fixed braces in Upper Radford are the cheapest private starting point at around £1,500 up, and entry-level aligner systems can compete for mild cases — ceramic and lingual braces sit at the premium end.
If case complexity is high
Complex bite corrections, severe crowding or significant tooth rotation are better matched to a fixed brace — metal, ceramic or lingual. Aligners can stretch to moderate complexity but do have real clinical limits, so a specialist assessment matters more the harder the case.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments in Upper Radford
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Radford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Radford is The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Chelsea Road Dental (6.0 miles) and Aquae Sulis Dental (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Radford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upper Radford, 20 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bath, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Radford?
The nearest practice to Upper Radford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 6.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (6.3 miles) and Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant Clinic (6.7 miles).
Is Upper Radford rural or urban?
ONS classifies Upper Radford as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is Upper Radford well served by schools?
DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Upper Radford's Local Authority.
How's children's dental health in Upper Radford's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What NHS area is Upper Radford in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board.
Can I switch treatment mid-way?
It's possible, but usually means extra cost and re-planning — much better to get the choice right from the start. Raise any concerns with your orthodontist early rather than waiting.
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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