Orthodontic practices near Winford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Winford; 20 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 5.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 5.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 5.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 5.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 5.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 5.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 5.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Winford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 5.6 miles north-east; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (7.5 miles north) and Kingswood (8.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 5.6 miles north-east |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 7.5 miles north |
| Kingswood | 1 | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 11.0 miles north |
| Bath | 5 | 11.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Winford
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), 11.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 11.8 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 11.7 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 5.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Winford 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,165 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,397 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 135 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Somerset | 70th closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chew Valley School — 2.2 miles E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 3.0 miles Bedminster Down School — 3.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,180 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 | Queen Square Dental Clinic, Bristol — 6 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 8 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 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 | 20 within 10 miles, 58 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 6 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 Winford
From Winford the nearest practice is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 5.6 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (5.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Winford list clear aligners, the nearest 5.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Winford are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, 5.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Winford to Queen Square Dental 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 150 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Winford
North Somerset12 nearby locationsOrthodontic treatment options in Winford
Orthodontist in Winford: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Winford understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across North Somerset, not just Winford. Winford — a small village with a population of around 1,165 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Winford
By ONS classification, Winford falls under 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 Winford. Winford's under-16 share sits at 16.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,397 residents in the neighbourhood around Winford, 5.7% 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 Winford; the nearest is about 6 miles away. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Winford attend schools such as Chew Valley School (2.2 miles) and E-ACT Bristol Academy South (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Winford's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. Winford's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Winford is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Winford
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Winford. The nearest recorded are Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 6 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 8 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 9 miles away.
A quick look at Winford
Winford has a population of around 1,165, making it a small village within North Somerset. Heading south-east for around 1 km brings you to Hounsley Batch, the closest linked location.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Hounsley Batch, Regil, Kingdown, Dundry, Barrow Common, and Maiden Head are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Winford
Many people in Winford delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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 Winford
- 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
Treatment in Winford runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Winford
Patients in Winford have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Winford
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Winford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Winford
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Winford, North Somerset, these local links help you keep browsing. You can keep exploring with related pages for Hounsley Batch, Regil, Kingdown, Dundry, Barrow Common, and Maiden Head.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Winford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Winford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Winford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Winford is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 5.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (5.7 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (5.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Winford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Winford, 20 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bristol, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Winford?
The nearest practice to Winford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 5.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (5.7 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (5.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Winford, North Somerset?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Winford, North Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.