Orthodontic practices near Fern Grove
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Fern Grove, 68 practices within 10 and 196 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Centre | Bury, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Dentist on the RockBury | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (344 reviews) |
| Synergy DentalBury | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (403 reviews) |
| Knowsley DentalBury | 1.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (39 reviews) |
| Brandlesholme DentistryBury | 2.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (209 reviews) |
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 2.1 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (538 reviews) |
| Bamford Dental PracticeHeywood | 2.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (144 reviews) |
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 2.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (164 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fern Grove with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bury, 0.7 miles west; the next are Heywood (2.7 miles east) and Radcliffe (2.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bury | 7 | 0.7 miles west |
| Heywood | 3 | 2.7 miles east |
| Radcliffe | 2 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Whitefield | 3 | 3.6 miles south |
| Ramsbottom | 1 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Middleton | 1 | 4.0 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 Fern Grove
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), 2.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 5.0 (538 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 2.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fern Grove at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bury |
| 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,356 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11% aged 16 to 24 and 32% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,211 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 23 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Bury | 33rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 70 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.3% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Bury |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hazel Wood High School — 0.4 miles Bury Church of England High School — 1.6 miles St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 7,023 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,505 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Centre | Bury, Bury — under a mile Bamford Dental Practice, Heywood — 3 miles Ashley Latter Ltd, Radcliffe — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 68 within 10 miles, 196 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 Fern Grove
Fern Grove has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Dental Centre | Bury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 68 practices, and within 20 there are 196.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bamford Orthodontic Practice (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inglewood House Dental Practice (3.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Fern Grove list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Fern Grove are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentist on the Rock in Bury, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fern Grove
Borough of Bury12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Fern Grove
Orthodontist in Fern Grove: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Fern Grove. It is relevant to searches focused on both Fern Grove and the wider Borough of Bury area.
Fern Grove in context
Fern Grove is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Fern Grove falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Fern Grove, 8.3% of the 1,356 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.5% average across Borough of Bury, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, Fern Grove is better served than 93% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Fern Grove attend schools such as Hazel Wood High School (0.4 miles) and Bury Church of England High School (1.6 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 91 schools and 30,505 pupils across Fern Grove's Local Authority. Fern Grove falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Fern Grove is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Fern Grove
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fern Grove. The closest on record are The Dental Centre | Bury, under a mile away; Bamford Dental Practice in Heywood, about 3 miles away; and Ashley Latter Ltd in Radcliffe, about 3 miles away.
A quick look at Fern Grove
Topping Fold is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Fern Grove.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can continue browsing related location pages including Topping Fold, Free Town, Heap Bridge, Woodgate Hill, Pimhole, and Prettywood if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Fern Grove
Orthodontic treatment in Fern Grove is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Fern Grove
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Fern Grove — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Fern Grove sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.3% of the 1,356 residents in Fern Grove's census neighbourhood, above the 7.5% average across Borough of Bury. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (23), Fern Grove has more choice than 93% of towns in England. 30.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Fern Grove are served by secondary schools including Hazel Wood High School (0.4 miles) and Bury Church of England High School (1.6 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 91 schools and 30,505 pupils across Fern Grove's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Fern Grove sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fern Grove is about 9 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Fern Grove
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Fern Grove can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Fern Grove
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fern Grove. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fern Grove
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Fern Grove, Borough of Bury with surrounding locations. You can also browse nearby location pages including Topping Fold, Free Town, Heap Bridge, Woodgate Hill, Pimhole, and Prettywood.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Fern Grove
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fern Grove often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fern Grove?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fern Grove is The Dental Centre | Bury, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Dentist on the Rock (1.2 miles) and Synergy Dental (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fern Grove?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Fern Grove, 68 practices within 10 miles and 196 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fern Grove?
The nearest practice to Fern Grove that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentist on the Rock in Bury, about 1.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Brandlesholme Dentistry (2.0 miles) and Ashley Latter Ltd (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fern Grove, Borough of Bury?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fern Grove, Borough of Bury?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.