Orthodontic practices near Accrington
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Accrington, 30 practices within 10 and 128 practices within 20. The closest is Abbey Street Dental Practice in Accrington, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Street Dental PracticeAccrington | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Park House DentalAccrington | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (223 reviews) |
| The Douglas Lee Dental PracticeAccrington | 0.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Accrington Dental SuiteAccrington | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (315 reviews) |
| Omnia Dental Care (Baxenden Dental Practice)Accrington | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (33 reviews) |
| Eden Dental StudioBlackburn | 3.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (526 reviews) |
| Rossendale Dental Health CentreRawtenstall | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (161 reviews) |
| Denpoint Dental CareRawtenstall | 4.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (268 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Accrington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Accrington, 0.2 miles north; the next are Blackburn (3.8 miles west) and Rawtenstall (4.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Accrington | 5 | 0.2 miles north |
| Blackburn | 6 | 3.8 miles west |
| Rawtenstall | 3 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Burnley | 6 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Darwen | 5 | 5.6 miles south-west |
| Ramsbottom | 1 | 7.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Accrington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Renovo Dental in Chatburn (5.0 from 385 reviews), 9.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Renovo DentalChatburn | 5.0 (385 reviews) | 9.6 miles north |
| Accrington Dental SuiteAccrington | 5.0 (315 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Standish Street Dental LtdBurnley | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 5.5 miles north-east |
| The Lounge Dental SuiteRawtenstall | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Accrington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Hyndburn |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 35,318 |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,718 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 38.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 48.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,997 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Lancashire | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn — 0.8 miles The Hollins — 0.9 miles Accrington Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,079 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 5 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 128 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Accrington
Accrington has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Abbey Street Dental Practice in Accrington is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 128.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Rossendale Dental Health Centre (4.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Eden Dental Studio (3.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Accrington list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Accrington are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Abbey Street Dental Practice in Accrington, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Accrington
Lancashire12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Accrington
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Accrington, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Lancashire and the surrounding area. Accrington — a large town with a population of around 35,318 — is covered on this page specifically.
More local pages to browse
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Barnfield, Lower Fold, Scaitcliffe, Baxenden, Fern Gore, and Higher Baxenden.
Accrington in context
ONS classifies Accrington as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Accrington falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Accrington's under-16 share sits at 19%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,718 residents in the neighbourhood around Accrington, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Accrington has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Accrington are served by secondary schools including Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn (0.8 miles) and The Hollins (0.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Accrington falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Accrington is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Accrington
Accrington has a population of around 35,318, making it a large town within Lancashire. Barnfield is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Accrington.
Practice data for Accrington
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 5 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Accrington or nearby searches; 3 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 2 include NHS signals and 5 include private treatment signals; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Abbey Street Dental Practice, Accrington Dental Suite, Omnia Dental Care (Baxenden Dental Practice), Park House Dental, and The Douglas Lee Dental Practice.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Accrington
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Accrington can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Barnfield, Scaitcliffe and Lower Fold regularly visit orthodontists in Accrington.
Treatment Options in Accrington — Local Context
We track 5 orthodontic practices serving Accrington and the surrounding area. ONS classifies Accrington as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Accrington. 19% of Accrington's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Accrington, 6.5% of the 1,718 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Accrington has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Accrington are served by secondary schools including Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn (0.8 miles) and The Hollins (0.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Accrington among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Accrington is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 14 miles away. Looking at the 5 practices listed around Accrington, 2 list NHS treatment and 5 list private care; and 3 advertise clear aligners. On practical access, 2 list evening or weekend appointments, 1 mentions parking and 1 records step-free or wheelchair access. They reflect what practices state publicly, which is a useful shortlist but not a substitute for asking directly. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. People from Barnfield, Scaitcliffe, and Lower Fold regularly make use of Accrington's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.
The Orthodontic Journey in Accrington
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Accrington helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Barnfield, Scaitcliffe and Lower Fold regularly visit orthodontists in Accrington.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Accrington
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Accrington
5 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Accrington. Accrington — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Accrington's under-16 share sits at 19%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,718 residents in the neighbourhood around Accrington, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Accrington has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Accrington attend schools such as Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn (0.8 miles) and The Hollins (0.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Accrington among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Accrington is about 14 miles from Preston Dental School in Preston. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Barnfield, Scaitcliffe, and Lower Fold regularly make use of Accrington's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Accrington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Accrington
This part of the page places Accrington, Lancashire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can also browse nearby location pages including Barnfield, Lower Fold, Scaitcliffe, Baxenden, Fern Gore, and Higher Baxenden.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Accrington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Accrington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Accrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Accrington is Abbey Street Dental Practice in Accrington, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Park House Dental (0.6 miles) and The Douglas Lee Dental Practice (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Accrington?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Accrington, 30 practices within 10 miles and 128 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Accrington?
The nearest practice to Accrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Abbey Street Dental Practice in Accrington, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Park House Dental (0.6 miles) and Eden Dental Studio (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Accrington, Lancashire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Accrington, Lancashire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.