Orthodontic practices near Walton Down
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Walton Down; 16 practices within 10 and 82 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 7.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 8.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 9.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 9.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 9.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 9.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 9.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Walton Down with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 7.0 miles east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (8.1 miles south-west) and Bristol (8.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 7.0 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 8.1 miles south-west |
| Bristol | 16 | 8.6 miles east |
| Newport | 8 | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 12.1 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 Walton Down
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 9.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 9.7 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 9.5 miles east |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 4.9 (813 reviews) | 11.7 miles north-west |
| Newport Orthodontic CentreNewport | 4.9 (812 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Walton Down at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,904 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 19.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 96 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 96th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Clevedon School — 1.1 miles Gordano School — 2.7 miles Nailsea School — 3.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 3,419 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 7 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 8 miles Stoke Bishop Dental Centre, Bristol — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 82 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 Walton Down
From Walton Down the nearest practice is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 7 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 16 practices, and within 20 there are 82.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (8.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (9.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Walton Down list clear aligners, the nearest 7 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 Walton Down are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 7 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 Walton Down to Smile Solution is roughly 15 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Walton Down
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Orthodontist in Walton Down: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Walton Down? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of North Somerset.
Local orthodontic signals in Walton Down
There is no orthodontist on our records in Walton Down itself. The closest on record are Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7 miles away; Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 8 miles away; and Stoke Bishop Dental Centre in Bristol, about 9 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Walton in Gordano, Norton's Wood, East Clevedon, Walton St Mary, Weston Down, and Redcliffe Bay.
Walton Down in context
Walton Down is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Walton Down. With just 12.8% of residents under 16, Walton Down skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Walton Down, 5.1% of the 1,904 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Walton Down has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Walton Down attend schools such as Clevedon School (1.1 miles) and Gordano School (2.7 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 84 schools and 32,275 pupils in Walton Down's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Walton Down among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Walton Down is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 10 miles away.
Facts about Walton Down
Just around 1 km south, Walton in Gordano is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Walton Down
The orthodontic landscape in Walton Down offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Walton Down
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 Walton Down practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Walton Down
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Walton Down helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Walton Down
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Walton Down follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Walton Down. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Walton Down
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Walton Down, North Somerset, these local links help you keep browsing. This page links onward to Walton in Gordano, Norton's Wood, East Clevedon, Walton St Mary, Weston Down, and Redcliffe Bay for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Walton Down
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Walton Down often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Walton Down?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Walton Down is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7.0 miles to the east. The next closest are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre (8.1 miles) and Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Walton Down?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Walton Down, 16 practices within 10 miles and 82 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Easton-in-Gordano, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Walton Down?
The nearest practice to Walton Down that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (9.1 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (9.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Walton Down, North Somerset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Walton Down, North Somerset?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.