Orthodontic practices near Denton
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Denton, 75 practices within 10 and 161 practices within 20. The closest is Denton Orthodontics Centre, 0.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Orthodontics CentreDenton | 0.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (85 reviews) |
| Kingswater Dental PracticeDenton | 0.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Thornley Park DentalDenton | 1.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (358 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 2.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
| N Marsh OrthodonticsHyde | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Walmsley DentalDroylsden | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (347 reviews) |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 2.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Northern OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 2.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (154 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Denton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Denton, 0.3 miles south-east; the next are Ashton-under-Lyne (2.0 miles north-east) and Hyde (2.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Denton | 3 | 0.3 miles south-east |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Hyde | 1 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Droylsden | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Stockport | 3 | 2.5 miles south |
| Stalybridge | 1 | 3.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Denton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stylist Dental Clinics in Manchester (5.0 from 1,026 reviews), 5.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester | 5.0 (1,026 reviews) | 5.3 miles west |
| The Bridge Dental CareMarple | 5.0 (133 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-east |
| North West OrthodonticsMarple | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Denton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tameside |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 27,464 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,354 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 | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,447 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Tameside | 11th closest to an orthodontic practice of 69 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Tameside |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Denton Community Academy — 0.1 miles Audenshaw School — 0.5 miles St Thomas More RC College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 14,839 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 106 schools, 37,051 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 75 within 10 miles, 161 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | M34 |
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 Denton
The nearest practice to Denton is Denton Orthodontics 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 75 practices, and within 20 there are 161.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Denton Orthodontics Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Kingswater Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Denton 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 Denton are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Denton Orthodontics Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Denton
Borough of Tameside12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Denton
Orthodontist in Denton: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Denton understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Denton and the wider Borough of Tameside area. Denton — a market town with a population of around 27,464 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Denton
Denton is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Denton's under-16 share sits at 16.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Denton, 7% of the 1,354 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.5% average across Borough of Tameside, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Denton has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in England. 30.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Denton attend schools such as Denton Community Academy (0.1 miles) and Audenshaw School (0.5 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 106 schools and 37,051 pupils across Denton's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Denton among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Denton is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 5 miles away.
Denton in numbers
With a population of roughly 27,464, Denton is a market town within Borough of Tameside. Just around 1 km north, Audenshaw is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Pages for Audenshaw, Guide Bridge, Hooley Hill, Haughton Green, Brinnington, and Crowhill follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Practice data for Denton
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 3 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Denton or nearby searches; 3 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 3 mention fixed braces; 1 include NHS signals and 4 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Denton Orthodontics Centre, Kingswater Dental Practice, and Thornley Park Dental.
All Orthodontic Options in Denton Explained
Patients in Denton have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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. People from Audenshaw, Guide Bridge and Hooley Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Denton.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Denton
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Denton
Many people in Denton 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Audenshaw, Guide Bridge and Hooley Hill regularly visit orthodontists in Denton.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Denton
- 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?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Denton
3 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Denton. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Denton sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 16.1% of Denton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Denton, 7% of the 1,354 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.5% average across Borough of Tameside, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, Denton is better served than 90% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Denton attend schools such as Denton Community Academy (0.1 miles) and Audenshaw School (0.5 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 106 schools and 37,051 pupils in Denton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Denton falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Denton is about 5 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Audenshaw, Guide Bridge, and Hooley Hill regularly make use of Denton's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Denton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Denton
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Denton, Borough of Tameside alone. Related nearby location pages such as Audenshaw, Guide Bridge, Hooley Hill, Haughton Green, Brinnington, and Crowhill can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Denton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Denton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Denton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Denton is Denton Orthodontics Centre, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Kingswater Dental Practice (0.3 miles) and Thornley Park Dental (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Denton?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Denton, 75 practices within 10 miles and 161 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Denton?
The nearest practice to Denton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Denton Orthodontics Centre, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Walmsley Dental (2.1 miles) and Northern Orthodontics (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Denton, Borough of Tameside?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Denton, Borough of Tameside?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.