Orthodontic practices near BS8
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of BS8, 25 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Clifton Dental Studio in Bristol, 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 0.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite SheffieldBristol | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (271 reviews) |
| Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in CliftonBristol | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| DentaQuestBristol | 0.6 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| Clifton OrthodonticsBristol | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (107 reviews) |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (44 reviews) |
| Dental Touch - Dentist in BristolBristol | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (110 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 BS8
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), 0.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 0.7 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 0.5 miles east |
| Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental ImplantsBristol | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 0.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BS8
The nearest practice to BS8 is Clifton Dental Studio in Bristol, 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 25 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clifton Dental Studio (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BS8 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BS8 are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 1 mile away.
BS8 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 | 11.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,995 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 23.5% aged 16 to 24 and 41.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,185 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cotham School — 1.0 miles Bristol Cathedral Choir School — 1.0 miles Ashton Park School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 13,206 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 | Clifton Dental Studio, Bristol — under a mile Smile Solution, Easton-in-Gordano — 3 miles Lodge Causeway Dental Centre, Kingswood — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS6, BS3, BS1, BS99, BS9, BS98, BS2, BS13 |
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 BS8
A typical orthodontic search around BS8 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BS8 is Hotwells.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BS8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BS8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BS8 is Clifton Dental Studio in Bristol, about 0.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (0.5 miles) and Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BS8?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of BS8, 25 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BS8?
The nearest practice to BS8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield in Bristol, about 0.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Smile Bristol - Invisalign and ClearCorrect Aligner Orthodontics in Clifton (0.5 miles) and Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (0.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the BS8 postcode district?
Places in or next to BS8 include Hotwells, Ashton Gate, Bower Ashton, Leigh Woods, Bristol, Tyndall's Park, Canon's Marsh and Sneyd Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BS8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Hotwells, City of Bristol, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BS8?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.