Orthodontic practices near Braeside
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Braeside, 31 practices within 10 and 181 practices within 20. The closest is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 3.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 3.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 3.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 4.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Good DentistChadderton | 5.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| STALY Dental - StalybridgeStalybridge | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Braeside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mossley, 2.1 miles south; the next are Ashton-under-Lyne (3.1 miles south) and Chadderton (3.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mossley | 2 | 2.1 miles south |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 3.1 miles south |
| Chadderton | 4 | 3.8 miles west |
| Stalybridge | 1 | 5.5 miles south |
| Rochdale | 7 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Littleborough | 1 | 6.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Braeside
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamford Orthodontic Practice in Heywood (5.0 from 164 reviews), 8.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Braeside at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oldham |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,563 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 23.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 894 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Oldham | 94th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saddleworth School — 0.8 miles Co-op Academy Strinesdale — 2.2 miles Mossley Hollins High School — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,099 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 124 schools, 47,369 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 2 miles Mossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — 3 miles The Tooth Place Dental Surgery, Chadderton — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 31 within 10 miles, 181 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 Braeside
The nearest practice to Braeside is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 31 practices, and within 20 there are 181.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (4.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 21 of the practices around Braeside list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Braeside are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Braeside
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Orthodontist in Braeside: People weighing up braces or aligners in Braeside can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Borough of Oldham.
What official data says about Braeside
Braeside is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Braeside falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. 15.4% of Braeside's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Braeside, 7% of the 1,563 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Braeside has more choice than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Braeside are served by secondary schools including Saddleworth School (0.8 miles) and Co-op Academy Strinesdale (2.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Braeside's Local Authority has 124 schools educating 47,369 pupils (DfE data). Braeside's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Braeside is about 11 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester.
What local practice data suggests in Braeside
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Braeside itself. The nearest we do hold are Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 2 miles away; Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, about 3 miles away; and The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 4 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Delph, Dobcross, New Delph, Rough Knarr, Tame Water, and Wall Hill.
Facts about Braeside
Just under 1 km west, Rough Knarr is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Braeside
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Braeside has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Braeside
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Braeside — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Braeside
Starting orthodontic treatment in Braeside can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Braeside
- 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?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Braeside — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Braeside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Braeside
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Braeside, Borough of Oldham, these local links help you keep browsing. You can also browse nearby location pages including Delph, Dobcross, New Delph, Rough Knarr, Tame Water, and Wall Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Braeside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Braeside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Braeside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Braeside is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 2.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Mossley Dental Care (3.1 miles) and Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Braeside?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Braeside, 31 practices within 10 miles and 181 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Braeside?
The nearest practice to Braeside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 2.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (3.8 miles) and Oldham Orthodontics (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Braeside, Borough of Oldham?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Braeside, Borough of Oldham?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.