Orthodontic practices near Wall Mead
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Wall Mead; 24 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, 5.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 5.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBath | 5.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wall Mead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 5.1 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (9.3 miles north) and Frome (9.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 9 | 9.3 miles north |
| Frome | 4 | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 10.0 miles north |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 10.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wall Mead
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), 5.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 5.2 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 6.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wall Mead at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| 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) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,129 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 367 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 79th closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.5% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Somervale Secondary School — 3.3 miles Writhlington School — 3.4 miles Somerset Studio School — 3.4 miles |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Implant Clinic, Bath — 5 miles BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, Bristol — 9 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 9 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 | 24 within 10 miles, 58 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 Wall Mead
The nearest practice to Wall Mead is The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, 5.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Bristol Dental Practice (9.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (10.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Wall Mead list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Wall Mead are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 10 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wall Mead to The Dental Implant Clinic 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wall Mead
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Research orthodontic options in Wall Mead
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Wall Mead, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Bath and North East Somerset.
Local treatment availability around Wall Mead
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wall Mead itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, about 5 miles away; BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, about 9 miles away; and Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 9 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Meadgate East, Greenvale, Timsbury, Upper Radford, Farmborough, and Wicklane.
Area profile for Wall Mead
Wall Mead is classified as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Wall Mead falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Wall Mead has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.5% of the 1,129 residents in Wall Mead's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Wall Mead; the nearest is about 5 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 15% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Wall Mead are Somervale Secondary School (3.3 miles) and Writhlington School (3.4 miles). There are 89 schools and 31,546 pupils in Wall Mead's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Wall Mead's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wall Mead is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 10 miles away.
Facts about Wall Mead
The nearest other location we cover is Meadgate East, under 1 km to the east.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Wall Mead
Orthodontic treatment in Wall Mead is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Wall Mead — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wall Mead
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Wall Mead has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Wall Mead
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Wall Mead practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wall Mead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wall Mead
This section helps connect Wall Mead, Bath and North East Somerset to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for Meadgate East, Greenvale, Timsbury, Upper Radford, Farmborough, and Wicklane.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wall Mead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wall Mead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wall Mead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wall Mead is The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, about 5.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Chelsea Road Dental (5.2 miles) and Aquae Sulis Dental (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wall Mead?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wall Mead, 24 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bath, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wall Mead?
The nearest practice to Wall Mead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 5.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (5.5 miles) and Circus Dental (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wall Mead, Bath and North East Somerset?
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 Wall Mead, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.