Orthodontic practices near Walton in Gordano
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Walton in Gordano; 16 practices within 10 and 80 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 7.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 7.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 7.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 8.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 8.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 8.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 9.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 9.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 9.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Walton in Gordano with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 7.2 miles east; the next are Weston-super-Mare (7.5 miles south-west) and Bristol (8.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 7.2 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Bristol | 16 | 8.7 miles east |
| Newport | 7 | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 12.4 miles north-east |
| Kingswood | 1 | 13.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Walton in Gordano
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) | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Newport Orthodontic CentreNewport | 4.9 (812 reviews) | 12.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Walton in Gordano 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 | 100th 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 — 0.6 miles Gordano School — 3.1 miles Nailsea School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,390 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, 80 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 in Gordano
From Walton in Gordano the nearest practice is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 7.2 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 80.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Weston Orthodontic 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 in Gordano list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 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 in Gordano 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, 7.2 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 Walton in Gordano 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 190 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 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 in Gordano
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Orthodontist in Walton in Gordano: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Walton in Gordano keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It connects local orthodontic research in Walton in Gordano with the wider North Somerset area.
What official data says about Walton in Gordano
Walton in Gordano's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Walton in Gordano sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 12.8% of Walton in Gordano's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Walton in Gordano, 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 in Gordano has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Walton in Gordano attend schools such as Clevedon School (0.6 miles) and Gordano School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Walton in Gordano's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Walton in Gordano among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Walton in Gordano is about 10 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
What local practice data suggests in Walton in Gordano
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walton in Gordano itself. The nearest recorded 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.
A quick look at Walton in Gordano
The nearest other location we cover is Norton's Wood, under 1 km to the east.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Norton's Wood, Walton Down, East Clevedon, Walton St Mary, Weston Down, and Clapton Wick if you are weighing up more than one location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Walton in Gordano
Patients in Walton in Gordano have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Walton in Gordano — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Walton in Gordano — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Walton in Gordano sits within NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 12.8% of Walton in Gordano's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,904 residents in the neighbourhood around Walton in Gordano, 5.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Walton in Gordano; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Walton in Gordano are served by secondary schools including Clevedon School (0.6 miles) and Gordano School (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 84 schools and 32,275 pupils in Walton in Gordano's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Walton in Gordano among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Walton in Gordano is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 10 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Walton in Gordano itself. The nearest we do hold 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. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Walton in Gordano
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Walton in Gordano helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Walton in Gordano
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Walton in Gordano
Treatment in Walton in Gordano runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Walton in Gordano. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Walton in Gordano
This part of the page places Walton in Gordano, North Somerset in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Norton's Wood, Walton Down, East Clevedon, Walton St Mary, Weston Down, and Clapton Wick follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Walton in Gordano
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Walton in Gordano often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Walton in Gordano?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Walton in Gordano is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre (7.5 miles) and Weston Orthodontic Centre (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Walton in Gordano?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Walton in Gordano, 16 practices within 10 miles and 80 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Easton-in-Gordano, 7.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Walton in Gordano?
The nearest practice to Walton in Gordano that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 7.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Weston Orthodontic Centre (8.6 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (9.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Walton in Gordano, North Somerset?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Walton in Gordano, North Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.