Orthodontic practices near BS48
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BS48; 18 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 5.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 6.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 6.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 6.4 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BS48 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Easton-in-Gordano, 5.4 miles north-east; the next are Bristol (6.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 7 | 6.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BS48
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is DentaQuest in Bristol (5.0 from 33 reviews), 6.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 6.3 miles east |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 4.9 (150 reviews) | 5.4 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 BS48
From BS48 the nearest practice is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.4 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 18 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clifton Dental Studio (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BS48 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 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 BS48 are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BS48 to Smile Solution 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BS48 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,947 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,548 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Nailsea School — 0.5 miles Backwell School — 0.7 miles Gordano School — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,792 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 | Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 5 miles Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield, Bristol — 6 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 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 | 18 within 10 miles, 76 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS20, BS49, BS41, BS40, BS21, BS11, BS25, BS8 |
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 BS48
Patients in the BS48 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 BS48 is Backwell Common.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS48
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS48?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS48 is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (6.2 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS48?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BS48, 18 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Easton-in-Gordano, 5.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS48?
The nearest practice to BS48 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution in Easton-in-Gordano, about 5.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (6.2 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (6.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS48 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS48 include Backwell Common, Nailsea, Nailsea and Backwell, West Town, Backwell Green, Wraxall, Chelvey and Stone-edge Batch.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS48 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Backwell Common, North Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near BS48 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.