Orthodontic practices near Bradshaw
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Bradshaw, 55 practices within 10 and 210 practices within 20. The closest is STEVENSDENTAL in Bolton, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEVENSDENTALBolton | 0.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (65 reviews) |
| Cahill Dental & Implant ClinicBolton | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 1.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (602 reviews) |
| Dream Smiles DentalBolton | 2.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| The Smile ClinicBolton | 2.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (1,083 reviews) |
| Swift DentalBolton | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (353 reviews) |
| True DentistryBolton | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (114 reviews) |
| Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (25 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bradshaw with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bolton, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are Farnworth (2.6 miles south) and Bury (3.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bolton | 7 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| Farnworth | 3 | 2.6 miles south |
| Bury | 7 | 3.3 miles east |
| Radcliffe | 2 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Ramsbottom | 1 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Whitefield | 3 | 5.4 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 Bradshaw
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Eye & Dental Clinic in Bury (5.0 from 538 reviews), 3.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 5.0 (538 reviews) | 3.3 miles east |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-east |
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bradshaw at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bolton |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 13.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,449 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,656 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Bolton | 5th closest to an orthodontic practice of 73 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Bolton |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Canon Slade School — 0.4 miles Bolton St Catherine's Academy — 0.7 miles Turton School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 13,305 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 141 schools, 57,265 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | STEVENSDENTAL, Bolton — under a mile Bolton Orthodontic Centre, Farnworth — 3 miles Eye & Dental Clinic, Bury — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 55 within 10 miles, 210 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 Bradshaw
Bradshaw has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: STEVENSDENTAL in Bolton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 210.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: STEVENSDENTAL (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (3.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Bradshaw 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 Bradshaw are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bradshaw
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Orthodontist in Bradshaw: Before booking anything in Bradshaw, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Bradshaw with the wider Borough of Bolton area.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Firwood Fold, Hall i' th' Wood, Bromley Cross, Side of the Moor, Tonge Moor, and Top o' th' Brow.
Practice data for Bradshaw
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bradshaw itself. The nearest we do hold are STEVENSDENTAL in Bolton, under a mile away; Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 3 miles away; and Eye & Dental Clinic in Bury, about 3 miles away.
Where Bradshaw sits locally
The nearest other location we cover is Firwood Fold, under 1 km to the west.
Area profile for Bradshaw
By ONS classification, Bradshaw falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Bradshaw sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.4% of residents under 16, Bradshaw skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5% of the 1,449 residents in Bradshaw's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across Borough of Bolton. Bradshaw has 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Bradshaw are served by secondary schools including Canon Slade School (0.4 miles) and Bolton St Catherine's Academy (0.7 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 141 schools and 57,265 pupils across Bradshaw's Local Authority. Bradshaw sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bradshaw is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 12 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Bradshaw
Many people in Bradshaw delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bradshaw
Orthodontic practices in and around Bradshaw vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Bradshaw is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Bradshaw. Census data puts only 13.4% of Bradshaw's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5% of the 1,449 residents in Bradshaw's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across Borough of Bolton. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (20), Bradshaw has more choice than 91% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Bradshaw are served by secondary schools including Canon Slade School (0.4 miles) and Bolton St Catherine's Academy (0.7 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. Bradshaw's Local Authority has 141 schools educating 57,265 pupils (DfE data). Bradshaw sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bradshaw is about 12 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bradshaw
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Bradshaw can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bradshaw
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Bradshaw — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bradshaw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bradshaw
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Bradshaw, Borough of Bolton within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Firwood Fold, Hall i' th' Wood, Bromley Cross, Side of the Moor, Tonge Moor, and Top o' th' Brow.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bradshaw
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bradshaw often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bradshaw?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bradshaw is STEVENSDENTAL in Bolton, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic (1.7 miles) and Harpers Dental Practice (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bradshaw?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Bradshaw, 55 practices within 10 miles and 210 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bradshaw?
The nearest practice to Bradshaw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, about 1.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include The Smile Clinic (2.0 miles) and Swift Dental (2.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bradshaw, Borough of Bolton?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bradshaw, Borough of Bolton?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.