Retainers in Upton St Leonards at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, Gloucester — 2.3 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Cotteswold House Dental Care, Gloucester — 1.5 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of 2,003 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 9 within 5 miles, 30 within 10, 35 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 95 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 near Upton St Leonards listing retainers
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Upton St Leonards, 30 practices within 10 and 35 practices within 20. The closest is Cotteswold House Dental Care in Gloucester, 1.5 miles north-west. The nearest listing retainers is The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 7.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upton St Leonards with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Gloucester, 2.3 miles north-west; the next are Quedgeley (3.4 miles west) and Cheltenham (7.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester | 2 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 3.4 miles west |
| Cheltenham | 1 | 7.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upton St Leonards
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Naiz Khan in Gloucester (5.0 from 70 reviews), 2.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-west |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-east |
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 4.8 (373 reviews) | 3.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Upton St Leonards
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (2.3 miles) | Dr Naiz Khan (2.8 miles); St.James Dental (3.4 miles) | 4 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Cotteswold House Dental Care, Gloucester (1.5 miles) | The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (2.3 miles); Dr Naiz Khan (2.8 miles) | 7 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Cotteswold House Dental Care, Gloucester (1.5 miles) | The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (2.3 miles); Dr Naiz Khan (2.8 miles) | 4 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Practices across Upton St Leonards usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Services in Upton St Leonards
What's available in Upton St Leonards depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Upton St Leonards is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 14.7% of Upton St Leonards's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,003 residents in the neighbourhood around Upton St Leonards, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Upton St Leonards has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Upton St Leonards attend schools such as Gloucester Academy (1.3 miles) and Barnwood Park School (1.9 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Upton St Leonards sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upton St Leonards is about 31 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. See local practice availability in Upton St Leonards → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Upton St Leonards typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Upton St Leonards can usually provide replacement retainers.
Retainer Options in Upton St Leonards
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers look just like a clear aligner and are the most common removable choice after aligner treatment. Discreet and easy, but treat them gently with heat and expect a replacement every couple of years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Upton St Leonards now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Looking After Retainers in Upton St Leonards
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Upton St Leonards can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Life After Braces in Upton St Leonards
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Upton St Leonards, protecting the result begins. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Aftercare Services in Upton St Leonards
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Upton St Leonards. Upton St Leonards is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. 14.7% of Upton St Leonards's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 2,003 residents in Upton St Leonards's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Upton St Leonards has more choice than 72% of towns in England. 17.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Upton St Leonards are served by secondary schools including Gloucester Academy (1.3 miles) and Barnwood Park School (1.9 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Upton St Leonards's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upton St Leonards is about 31 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Upton St Leonards
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upton St Leonards?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upton St Leonards is Cotteswold House Dental Care in Gloucester, about 1.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (2.3 miles) and Diana Pana Dentist (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upton St Leonards?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Upton St Leonards, 30 practices within 10 miles and 35 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Upton St Leonards?
The nearest practice to Upton St Leonards that lists retainers is The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dr Naiz Khan (2.8 miles) and St.James Dental (3.4 miles).
What kind of area is Upton St Leonards?
By ONS classification, Upton St Leonards falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which towns are close to Upton St Leonards?
Nearby towns include Robinswood, Barnwood, Matson.
What NHS area is Upton St Leonards in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
How deprived is Upton St Leonards compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Upton St Leonards is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Can I wear a retainer if I also have aligners?
After finishing aligner treatment, your last tray can serve as a temporary retainer while a permanent one is made — some clinicians instead supply Vivera retainers, made by Align Technology specifically for post-Invisalign retention.
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.
Retainers Across Gloucestershire
Explore retainers information for other towns and cities in Gloucestershire — all with dedicated local pages and online assessment access: