Orthodontic practices near Blurton
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Blurton, 18 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Longton Dental Centre, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 2.1 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 2.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 2.8 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 3.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental & Implant ClinicBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (278 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Blurton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Longton, 0.9 miles north-east; the next are Stoke-on-Trent (2.1 miles west) and Barlaston (2.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Longton | 1 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 8 | 2.1 miles west |
| Barlaston | 1 | 2.8 miles south |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Tunstall | 1 | 4.9 miles north-west |
| Stone | 1 | 5.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Blurton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre (4.9 from 3,597 reviews), 12.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 12.1 miles south |
| The Old Surgery Dental Practice CW15EQCrewe | 4.9 (739 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-west |
| Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral CentreCongleton | 4.9 (715 reviews) | 12.8 miles north |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Blurton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stoke-on-Trent |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,391 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,061 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Stoke-on-Trent | 23rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 53 places in the county (the county median is 1.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Stoke-on-Trent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Thomas More Catholic Academy — 0.6 miles Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy — 0.7 miles St Peter's CofE Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 9,888 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 112 schools, 41,809 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Longton Dental Centre, Longton — under a mile Grosvenor Dental Practice, Stoke-on-Trent — 2 miles Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 50 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 Blurton
The nearest practice to Blurton is Longton Dental Centre, 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 18 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Grosvenor Dental Practice (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashlow Orthodontic Practice (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Blurton 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 Blurton are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Longton Dental Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Blurton
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Orthodontist in Blurton: People weighing up braces or aligners in Blurton can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Stoke-on-Trent, not just Blurton.
Blurton in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Blurton sits within NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 14.8% of Blurton's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Blurton, 6.2% of the 1,391 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Stoke-on-Trent, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Blurton has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Blurton attend schools such as St Thomas More Catholic Academy (0.6 miles) and Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (0.7 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Blurton's Local Authority area covers 112 schools and 41,809 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Blurton is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Blurton is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Heron Cross, Florence, Longton, Sandford Hill, Normacot, and Meir Hay.
Practice signals around Blurton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Blurton itself. The nearest recorded are Longton Dental Centre, under a mile away; Grosvenor Dental Practice in Stoke-on-Trent, about 2 miles away; and Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, about 3 miles away.
Local snapshot of Blurton
The nearest other location we cover is Heron Cross, around 1 km to the north-west.
Orthodontic Treatments in Blurton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Blurton 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Blurton
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Blurton
Orthodontic treatment in Blurton is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Blurton
Treatment in Blurton runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Blurton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Blurton
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent with surrounding locations. If you're still deciding, related pages for Heron Cross, Florence, Longton, Sandford Hill, Normacot, and Meir Hay may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Blurton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Blurton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Blurton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Blurton is Longton Dental Centre, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Grosvenor Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Blurton?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Blurton, 18 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Blurton?
The nearest practice to Blurton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Longton Dental Centre, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (2.3 miles) and Shelton Dental Centre (2.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.