Orthodontic practices near Wheeler's Hill
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Wheeler's Hill; 22 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, 7.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 7.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 7.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 7.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 7.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 7.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 7.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBath | 7.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 7.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wheeler's Hill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bath, 7.4 miles north-east; the next are Frome (7.6 miles south-east) and Mendip (9.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 15 | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Frome | 4 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Mendip | 3 | 9.6 miles south-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 11.7 miles east |
| Bristol | 6 | 12.0 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 12.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wheeler's Hill
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), 7.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wheeler's Hill 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,498 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,685 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Bath and North East Somerset | 123rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 141 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Bath and North East Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norton Hill Academy — 0.8 miles Somervale Secondary School — 0.8 miles Writhlington School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,584 pupils (DfE) |
| 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 | Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 7 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 8 miles Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 10 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 | 22 within 10 miles, 57 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 Wheeler's Hill
From Wheeler's Hill the nearest practice is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, 7.4 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 22 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dentalcare Trowbridge (11.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Wheeler's Hill list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 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 Wheeler's Hill 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, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 13 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wheeler's Hill to Aquae Sulis Dental 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 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 19.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wheeler's Hill
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Teeth straightening options in Wheeler's Hill
Orthodontist in Wheeler's Hill: This page was put together for people in Wheeler's Hill who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Wheeler's Hill with the wider Bath and North East Somerset area.
Continue your local research
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Norton Hill, Fox Hills, and Hayes Park may also help.
Local treatment availability around Wheeler's Hill
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wheeler's Hill itself. The closest on record are Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 7 miles away; Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 8 miles away; and Rock House Dental Practice in Mendip, about 10 miles away.
The local picture in Wheeler's Hill
Wheeler's Hill is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Wheeler's Hill sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Wheeler's Hill's under-16 share sits at 18.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,498 residents in the neighbourhood around Wheeler's Hill, 7.4% 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 Wheeler's Hill; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Wheeler's Hill attend schools such as Norton Hill Academy (0.8 miles) and Somervale Secondary School (0.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 89 schools and 31,546 pupils in Wheeler's Hill's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Wheeler's Hill falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Wheeler's Hill is about 13 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Local context for Wheeler's Hill
Welton Hollow is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Wheeler's Hill.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wheeler's Hill
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Wheeler's Hill can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Wheeler's Hill
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Wheeler's Hill
Starting orthodontic treatment in Wheeler's Hill can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Wheeler's Hill
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Wheeler's Hill — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wheeler's Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wheeler's Hill
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Wheeler's Hill, Bath and North East Somerset with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Welton Hollow, West Hill Gardens, Clandown, Norton Hill, Fox Hills, and Hayes Park can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wheeler's Hill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wheeler's Hill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wheeler's Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wheeler's Hill is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath, about 7.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Implant Clinic (7.4 miles) and Chelsea Road Dental (7.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wheeler's Hill?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wheeler's Hill, 22 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bath, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wheeler's Hill?
The nearest practice to Wheeler's Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelsea Road Dental in Bath, about 7.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (7.8 miles) and Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant Clinic (8.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wheeler's Hill, Bath and North East Somerset?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wheeler's Hill, Bath and North East Somerset?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.