Orthodontic practices near GL19
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of GL19; 22 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, 5.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROGER MOORE DENTALGloucester | 5.7 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Gloucester Dental CareGloucester | 5.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (249 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care & Implant CentreGloucester | 5.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (112 reviews) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 6.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 6.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Cotteswold House Dental CareGloucester | 7.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (151 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 GL19
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), 6.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 6.1 miles south |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 6.9 miles south |
| Cotteswold House Dental CareGloucester | 4.8 (151 reviews) | 7.4 miles south |
| Affinity Dental Care & Implant CentreGloucester | 4.8 (112 reviews) | 5.9 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 GL19
From GL19 the nearest practice is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, 5.7 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 22 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Phoenix Orthodontics (6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Naiz Khan (6.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around GL19 list clear aligners, the nearest 6 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 GL19 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gloucester Dental Care, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 36 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from GL19 to ROGER MOORE DENTAL is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
GL19 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 | 8.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,052 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 30.8% aged 16 to 24 and 18% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 64 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre — 5.4 miles Denmark Road High School — 5.5 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ROGER MOORE DENTAL, Gloucester — 6 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 8 miles Cheltenham Orthodontics, Cheltenham — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL1, GL2, GL18, GL4, GL3, WR8, WR13, GL20 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the GL19 area
Patients in the GL19 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 GL19 is Snig's End.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL19
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL19?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL19 is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, about 5.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Gloucester Dental Care (5.8 miles) and Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre (5.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL19?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of GL19, 22 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Gloucester, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL19?
The nearest practice to GL19 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gloucester Dental Care, about 5.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Phoenix Orthodontics (6.0 miles) and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (6.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL19 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL19 include Snig's End, Wickridge Street, Ashleworth, Corse, Corse and Staunton, Blackwells End Green, Hartpury and Pillows Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL19 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Snig's End, Gloucestershire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near GL19?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.