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Orthodontic practices near Chadderton Heights

On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Chadderton Heights, 67 practices within 10 and 185 practices within 20. The closest is Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic in Chadderton, 2.0 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton2.0 miles south-east–––4.1 (219 reviews)
The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton2.1 miles south-east✓✓✓4.6 (106 reviews)
SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETONMiddleton2.4 miles west–––4.8 (407 reviews)
Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton2.7 miles south-east✓✓✓4.6 (86 reviews)
Good DentistChadderton2.8 miles south––✓4.6 (49 reviews)
Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale3.5 miles north–––4.4 (32 reviews)
Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale3.6 miles north✓✓✓4.4 (104 reviews)
One DentalRochdale3.7 miles north–––4.7 (561 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Chadderton Heights with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 2.0 miles south-east; the next are Middleton (2.4 miles west) and Rochdale (3.5 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Chadderton42.0 miles south-east
Middleton12.4 miles west
Rochdale73.5 miles north
Crumpsall13.9 miles south-west
Heywood34.4 miles north-west
Ashton-under-Lyne55.1 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 Chadderton Heights

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), 4.4 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood5.0 (164 reviews)4.4 miles north-west
Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley5.0 (30 reviews)5.3 miles south-east
Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester4.9 (592 reviews)5.7 miles south-west
Edenfield Dental CareHeywood4.9 (570 reviews)4.6 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Chadderton Heights at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaOldham
NHS dental servicesNHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1616.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,487 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car8.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre881 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England
Access within Borough of Oldham85th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.3% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham
Nearest university dental hospitalManchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 8 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsNorth Chadderton School — 0.3 miles
E-ACT the Oldham Academy North — 1.0 miles
The Radclyffe School — 1.0 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles14 schools, about 18,192 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area124 schools, 47,369 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay30.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesAscroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic, Chadderton — 2 miles
SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETON, Middleton — 2 miles
Deeplish Dental Practice, Rochdale — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles67 within 10 miles, 185 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistBupa Dental Care — 1 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 Chadderton Heights

Chadderton Heights is 2 miles from Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic in Chadderton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 67 practices, and within 20 there are 185.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (2.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 22 of the practices around Chadderton Heights 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 Chadderton Heights are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Chadderton Heights

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Explore braces and aligners in Chadderton Heights

Orthodontist in Chadderton Heights: Before booking anything in Chadderton Heights, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Chadderton Heights or another part of Borough of Oldham.

What we know about practices near Chadderton Heights

There is no orthodontist on our records in Chadderton Heights itself. The closest on record are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic in Chadderton, about 2 miles away; SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETON, about 2 miles away; and Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, about 4 miles away.

Local snapshot of Chadderton Heights

Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Top of Cragg, the closest linked location.

More local pages to browse

Pages for Top of Cragg, Buckley Wood, Chadderton Fold, Healds Green, Chadderton Park, and Acres follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

What official data says about Chadderton Heights

By ONS classification, Chadderton Heights falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Chadderton Heights falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.3% of Chadderton Heights's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,487 residents in the neighbourhood around Chadderton Heights, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chadderton Heights is better served than 85% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Chadderton Heights attend schools such as North Chadderton School (0.3 miles) and E-ACT the Oldham Academy North (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 124 schools and 47,369 pupils in Chadderton Heights's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Chadderton Heights's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Chadderton Heights is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Chadderton Heights

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Chadderton Heights 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.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Chadderton Heights

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Chadderton Heights

Orthodontic treatment in Chadderton Heights is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chadderton Heights

No orthodontic practice covers Chadderton Heights directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. ONS classifies Chadderton Heights as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Chadderton Heights's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,487 residents in the neighbourhood around Chadderton Heights, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chadderton Heights is better served than 85% of towns in England. 30.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Chadderton Heights are North Chadderton School (0.3 miles) and E-ACT the Oldham Academy North (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 124 schools and 47,369 pupils across Chadderton Heights's Local Authority. Chadderton Heights's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Chadderton Heights is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chadderton Heights. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Chadderton Heights

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chadderton Heights often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chadderton Heights?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chadderton Heights is Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic in Chadderton, about 2.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (2.1 miles) and SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETON (2.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Chadderton Heights?

Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Chadderton Heights, 67 practices within 10 miles and 185 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chadderton Heights?

The nearest practice to Chadderton Heights that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Oldham Orthodontics (2.7 miles) and Crescent Orthodontics (3.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chadderton Heights, Borough of Oldham?

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 Chadderton Heights, Borough of Oldham?

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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Published1 June 2022
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