Orthodontic practices near GL10
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of GL10, 17 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 0.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 2.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| Brockley House DentalStroud | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (500 reviews) |
| Imperial Dental Group StroudStroud | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.2 (64 reviews) |
| Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional TherapyStroud | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 3.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to GL10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stonehouse, 0.3 miles north-east; the next are Stroud (2.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehouse | 3 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Stroud | 5 | 2.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 4.8 (38 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL10
GL10 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around GL10 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 GL10 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away.
GL10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| NHS dental services | NHS 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,566 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,415 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Maidenhill School — 0.7 miles Archway School — 2.2 miles Marling School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,993 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Optimal Dental Care, Stonehouse — under a mile Rowcroft Dental Centre, Stroud — 3 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 43 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL5, GL11, GL6, GL2, GL4, GL1, GL8, GL12 |
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 GL10
People searching from GL10 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 GL10 is Stonehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL10 is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (0.5 miles) and HRS Dental Care (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL10?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of GL10, 17 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL10?
The nearest practice to GL10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (0.5 miles) and HRS Dental Care (0.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL10 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL10 include Stonehouse, Nastend, Stanley Downton, Leonard Stanley, Ryeford, King’s Stanley, Frocester and Nupend.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL10 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.