Orthodontic practices near BS16
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of BS16, 42 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, 0.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staple Hill Dental PracticeMangotsfield | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
| Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant CentreMangotsfield | 0.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (210 reviews) |
| Lodge Causeway Dental CentreKingswood | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (518 reviews) |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 1.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| BRISTOL ORTHODONTICSBristol | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 2.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 3.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Bradley StokeStoke Gifford | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BS16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mangotsfield, 0.4 miles south; the next are Kingswood (1.2 miles south-west) and Bristol (1.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mangotsfield | 3 | 0.4 miles south |
| Kingswood | 1 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Bristol | 2 | 1.7 miles south |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 3.5 miles north |
| Stoke Gifford | 1 | 3.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BS16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Mangotsfield (4.7 from 210 reviews), 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant CentreMangotsfield | 4.7 (210 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Teodora TodorovaMangotsfield | 4.7 (31 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 4.5 (66 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-west |
| Staple Hill Dental PracticeMangotsfield | 4.3 (46 reviews) | 0.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BS16
The nearest practice to BS16 is Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 42 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around BS16 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BS16 are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 4 miles away.
BS16 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,990 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,233 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Downend School — 0.8 miles Mangotsfield School — 1.2 miles Bristol Metropolitan Academy — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 13,951 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 | Staple Hill Dental Practice, Mangotsfield — under a mile Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 1 miles BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, Bristol — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 55 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS15, BS36, BS5, BS30, BS34, BS7, BS4, BS32 |
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.
Orthodontic research around BS16
Patients in the BS16 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BS16 is Fishponds.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS16 is Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Smile Orchard - Dental Practice and Implant Centre (0.9 miles) and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS16?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of BS16, 42 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS16?
The nearest practice to BS16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Staple Hill Dental Practice in Mangotsfield, about 0.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Lodge Causeway Dental Centre (1.2 miles) and BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS (1.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS16 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS16 include Fishponds, Hopewell Hill, Chester Park, Hillfields, Two Mile Hill, Burchells Green, Potterswood and Whiteway.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS16 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Fishponds, City of Bristol, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.