Orthodontic practices near BS4
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of BS4, 41 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 1.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 1.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| Church Road Dental PracticeBristol | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (66 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 1.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BS4
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), 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-west |
| High Street Dental ClinicBristol | 4.8 (166 reviews) | 1.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BS4
The nearest practice to BS4 is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 62.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Bristol Dental Practice (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (2.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BS4 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 BS4 are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 2 miles away.
BS4 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 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,153 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 39.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,218 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Daventry Road — 0.8 miles Oasis Academy John Williams — 1.0 miles Oasis Academy Temple Quarter — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 19,416 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 — 2 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 3 miles Staple Hill Dental Practice, Mangotsfield — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 62 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS14, BS5, BS2, BS99, BS1, BS98, BS3, BS6 |
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 BS4
People searching from BS4 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BS4 is Arno's Vale.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS4 is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 1.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Church Road Dental Practice (1.7 miles) and The Bristol Dental Practice (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS4?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of BS4, 41 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS4?
The nearest practice to BS4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Church Road Dental Practice in Bristol, about 1.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Bristol Dental Practice (1.7 miles) and High Street Dental Clinic (1.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS4 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS4 include Arno's Vale, Kensington Park, Upper Knowle, Knowle Park, Brislington, St Philip's Marsh, The Dings and Hengrove.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Arno's Vale, City of Bristol, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BS4?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.