Orthodontic practices near Cross Gates
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Cross Gates, 45 practices within 10 and 136 practices within 20. The closest is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (703 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 2.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsChapel Allerton | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (84 reviews) |
| Aesthetique Dental CareLeeds | 4.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (671 reviews) |
| Headrow DentalLeeds | 4.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 4.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (258 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDSLeeds | 4.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| New Smile Dental CareLeeds | 4.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (155 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cross Gates with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scholes, 0.9 miles south-east; the next are Garforth (2.4 miles south-east) and Chapel Allerton (3.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scholes | 1 | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Garforth | 1 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Chapel Allerton | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Leeds | 16 | 4.1 miles west |
| Castleford | 1 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Horsforth | 3 | 7.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cross Gates
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smiles on Harrogate Road in Leeds (5.0 from 258 reviews), 4.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 4.2 miles west |
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 8.7 miles south |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsChapel Allerton | 5.0 (84 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cross Gates at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Leeds |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,443 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 34.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,745 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Leeds | 96th closest to an orthodontic practice of 209 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Leeds |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Smeaton Academy — 0.4 miles Leeds East Academy — 1.0 miles Temple Moor High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,361 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 296 schools, 135,588 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Vitruvian Dental Studio, Scholes — under a mile garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds, Garforth — 2 miles Yorkshire Orthodontics, Chapel Allerton — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 45 within 10 miles, 136 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | LS15 |
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 Cross Gates
Cross Gates has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 45 practices, and within 20 there are 136.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Vitruvian Dental Studio (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Swinnow Dental (8.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Cross Gates 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 Cross Gates are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cross Gates
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Compare orthodontic care in Cross Gates
Orthodontist in Cross Gates: Before booking anything in Cross Gates, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City and Borough of Leeds.
Local provider signals in Cross Gates
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cross Gates. The nearest we do hold are Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, under a mile away; garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds, about 2 miles away; and Yorkshire Orthodontics in Chapel Allerton, about 4 miles away.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including Austhorpe, Penda's Fields, Stanks, Whitkirk Lane End, Brown Moor, and Scholes can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Cross Gates in context
ONS classifies Cross Gates as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Cross Gates falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Cross Gates's under-16 share sits at 14.9%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Cross Gates, 6.4% of the 1,443 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cross Gates is better served than 83% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Cross Gates attend schools such as John Smeaton Academy (0.4 miles) and Leeds East Academy (1.0 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 296 schools and 135,588 pupils in Cross Gates's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Cross Gates falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Cross Gates is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 5 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Cross Gates in numbers
Just under 1 km east, Penda's Fields is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Cross Gates
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Cross Gates 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.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Cross Gates
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Cross Gates
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Cross Gates — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Cross Gates is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Cross Gates's under-16 share sits at 14.9%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Cross Gates, 6.4% of the 1,443 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cross Gates is better served than 83% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Cross Gates are served by secondary schools including John Smeaton Academy (0.4 miles) and Leeds East Academy (1.0 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 296 schools and 135,588 pupils in Cross Gates's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Cross Gates falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cross Gates is about 5 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Cross Gates
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cross Gates has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. 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 Cross Gates
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Cross Gates — 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 Cross Gates. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cross Gates
This part of the page places Cross Gates, City and Borough of Leeds in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Austhorpe, Penda's Fields, Stanks, Whitkirk Lane End, Brown Moor, and Scholes may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Cross Gates
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cross Gates often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cross Gates?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cross Gates is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds (2.4 miles) and Yorkshire Orthodontics (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cross Gates?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Cross Gates, 45 practices within 10 miles and 136 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cross Gates?
The nearest practice to Cross Gates that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, about 0.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds (2.4 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS (4.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cross Gates, City and Borough of Leeds?
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 Cross Gates, City and Borough of Leeds?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.