Orthodontic practices near Withywood
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Withywood, 26 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 3.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 3.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 3.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 3.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 3.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 3.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Withywood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bristol, 3.0 miles north; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (5.9 miles north-west) and Kingswood (6.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 17 | 3.0 miles north |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 6.0 miles north-east |
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 8.5 miles north |
| Bath | 5 | 9.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Withywood
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), 10.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 10.3 miles east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 10.1 miles east |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 3.2 miles north |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 3.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Withywood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bristol, City of |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,498 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.3% aged 16 to 24 and 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,353 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Bristol | 53rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in City of Bristol |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | E-ACT Bristol Academy South — 0.4 miles Bedminster Down School — 0.8 miles Bridge Learning Campus — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 9,862 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 168 schools, 69,339 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Queen Square Dental Clinic, Bristol — 3 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 6 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 60 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 Withywood
The nearest practice to Withywood is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Bristol Dental Practice (3.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (3.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Withywood list clear aligners, the nearest 3 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 Withywood are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Bristol Dental Practice, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Withywood
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Orthodontist in Withywood: This page was put together for people in Withywood who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City of Bristol.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Bishopsworth, East Dundry, Headley Park, Highridge, Hartcliffe, and Ashton Vale.
Withywood in context
Withywood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Withywood falls under NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Withywood's under-16 share sits at 17%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Withywood, 6.5% of the 1,498 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across City of Bristol, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Withywood is better served than 87% of towns in England. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Withywood are E-ACT Bristol Academy South (0.4 miles) and Bedminster Down School (0.8 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 168 schools and 69,339 pupils in Withywood's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Withywood sits among the more deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Withywood is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
Local provider signals in Withywood
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Withywood itself. The closest on record are Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 3 miles away; Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 6 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 6 miles away.
A quick look at Withywood
Bishopsworth is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Withywood.
Orthodontic Treatments in Withywood
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Withywood can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Withywood
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Withywood — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Withywood
Many people in Withywood delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Withywood
- 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Withywood
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Withywood — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Withywood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Withywood
This part of the page places Withywood, City of Bristol in context alongside the towns and areas around it. This page links onward to Bishopsworth, East Dundry, Headley Park, Highridge, Hartcliffe, and Ashton Vale for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Withywood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Withywood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Withywood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Withywood is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 3.0 miles to the north. The next closest are The Bristol Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Withywood?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Withywood, 26 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Withywood?
The nearest practice to Withywood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Bristol Dental Practice, about 3.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (3.2 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (3.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Withywood, City of Bristol?
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 Withywood, City of Bristol?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.