Orthodontic practices near BS40
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BS40; 20 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 8.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Dental ClinicBristol | 8.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (333 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (689 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 8.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| PositeethBristol | 8.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 8.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 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 BS40
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), 8.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BS40
The nearest practice to BS40 is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, 8.3 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 54.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (8.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around BS40 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BS40 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, 8.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BS40 to Queen Square Dental Clinic is roughly 20 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 220 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BS40 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,955 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 74 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chew Valley School — 3.1 miles Churchill Academy & Sixth Form — 5.2 miles Backwell School — 5.2 miles |
| 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 — 8 miles Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 10 miles Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 54 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS41, BS48, BS13, BS27, BS49, BS3, BS8, BS25 |
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.
Teeth straightening near BS40
A typical orthodontic search around BS40 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BS40 is Butcombe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS40
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS40?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS40 is Queen Square Dental Clinic in Bristol, about 8.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (8.4 miles) and Clifton Orthodontics (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS40?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BS40, 20 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bristol, 8.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS40?
The nearest practice to BS40 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants, about 8.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Clifton Orthodontics (8.4 miles) and Dr Nik Gogna (8.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS40 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS40 include Butcombe, Nempnett Thrubwell, Strode, Kingdown, Ubley, Lye Hole, Blagdon and Regil.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS40 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Butcombe, North Somerset, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BS40?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.