Braces in Hawes Side at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of 1,589 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highfield Leadership Academy — 0.1 miles South Shore Academy — 0.7 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Bank Dental, Thornton-Cleveleys — 4.2 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates, Blackpool — 1.6 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Access within Blackpool | 8th closest to a practice of 18 places in the county; the county median is 0.7 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices offering braces near Hawes Side
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Hawes Side, 20 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, 0.6 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Bank Dental, 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (250 reviews) |
| Poulton Dental Care & Implant CentreThornton-Cleveleys | 4.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southport OrthodonticsSouthport | 9.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 13.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (163 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hawes Side with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Thornton-Cleveleys, 4.2 miles north; the next are Southport (9.9 miles south) and Preston (13.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton-Cleveleys | 2 | 4.2 miles north |
| Southport | 1 | 9.9 miles south |
| Preston | 1 | 13.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hawes Side
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys (5.0 from 250 reviews), 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 5.0 (250 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 4.9 (163 reviews) | 13.4 miles east |
| Poulton Dental Care & Implant CentreThornton-Cleveleys | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 4.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For everything from mild crowding to complex bite correction, fixed braces do the heavy lifting. Residents of Hawes Side have a genuine choice of brace type, and the best option is the one matched to your clinical needs. No removable option quite matches the control a fixed appliance gives the clinician over each tooth. Most cases complete within 12 to 24 months.
What to Expect During Brace Treatment in Hawes Side
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in Hawes Side are usually every 8–9 weeks. Skipping appointments simply lengthens the overall timeline. The Hawes Side overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
NHS Versus Private Orthodontics in Hawes Side
NHS orthodontics in Hawes Side is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Blackpool depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Private treatment has no age limit and no waiting list. As a guide in Hawes Side, metal braces run about £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500, and lingual £4,000–£8,000, with payment plans widely offered.
Local Context for Hawes Side
Not every practice near Hawes Side offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Hawes Side is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 13.6% of Hawes Side's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,589 residents in the neighbourhood around Hawes Side, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6% average across Blackpool. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Hawes Side has more choice than 87% of towns in England. Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Hawes Side attend schools such as Highfield Leadership Academy (0.1 miles) and South Shore Academy (0.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 49 schools and 19,656 pupils in Hawes Side's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Hawes Side falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hawes Side is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 13 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hawes Side itself. The nearest recorded are EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, under a mile away; ARC Dental Surgery in Great Marton, about a mile away; and Fylde Dental Clinic in Lytham St Annes, about 2 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Blackpool depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Expect private brace costs in Hawes Side to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Hawes Side
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hawes Side?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hawes Side is EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are ARC Dental Surgery (1.0 miles) and Dental Access Service (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hawes Side?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Hawes Side, 20 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Hawes Side?
The nearest practice to Hawes Side that mentions fixed braces is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, about 4.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Poulton Dental Care & Implant Centre (4.2 miles) and Southport Orthodontics (9.9 miles).
Is Hawes Side well served by schools?
There are 49 schools and 19,656 pupils in Hawes Side's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Hawes Side?
Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Which NHS body covers Hawes Side for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Hawes Side falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board.
Is Hawes Side rural or urban?
ONS classifies Hawes Side as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Can I eat normally with braces?
Most of your diet is unaffected — the exceptions are hard, sticky or chewy foods that can damage a bracket or get stuck, like raw carrots, hard sweets, gum or crusty bread. You'll get a full list at your fitting appointment.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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