Orthodontic practices near GL18
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of GL18; 8 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, 8.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROGER MOORE DENTALGloucester | 8.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 9.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
| Gloucester Dental CareGloucester | 9.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (249 reviews) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 9.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 9.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care & Implant CentreGloucester | 9.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (112 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 9.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 9.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to GL18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gloucester, 8.7 miles south-east; the next are Quedgeley (9.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester | 7 | 8.7 miles south-east |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 9.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Naiz Khan in Gloucester (5.0 from 70 reviews), 9.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-east |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-east |
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 4.8 (373 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Affinity Dental Care & Implant CentreGloucester | 4.8 (112 reviews) | 9.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL18
The nearest practice to GL18 is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, 8.7 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Phoenix Orthodontics (9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (9.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around GL18 list clear aligners, the nearest 9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around GL18 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Phoenix Orthodontics in Gloucester, 9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from GL18 to ROGER MOORE DENTAL 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 230 to 450 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
GL18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Forest of Dean |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,054 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 134 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 976 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ROGER MOORE DENTAL, Gloucester — 9 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 10 miles Ascent Dental Care Malvern, Great Malvern — 12 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HR8, GL19, GL17, GL14, WR13, HR9, GL2, GL1 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in GL18
Patients in the GL18 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 GL18 is Botloe's Green.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL18 is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, about 8.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Phoenix Orthodontics (9.0 miles) and Gloucester Dental Care (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL18?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of GL18, 8 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Gloucester, 8.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL18?
The nearest practice to GL18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Phoenix Orthodontics in Gloucester, about 9.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Gloucester Dental Care (9.1 miles) and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (9.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL18 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL18 include Botloe's Green, Newent, Picklenash, Oxenhall, The Scarr, Castletump, Poolhill and Littleford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL18 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Botloe's Green, Gloucestershire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near GL18 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.