Orthodontic practices near Kersal Dale
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of Kersal Dale, 112 practices within 10 and 194 practices within 20. The closest is Oakley Dental in Manchester, 0.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley DentalManchester | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester | 0.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (592 reviews) |
| The Park Dental PracticePrestwich | 1.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (31 reviews) |
| Victoria ClinicManchester | 1.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (461 reviews) |
| Bank Dental PracticePrestwich | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (84 reviews) |
| Beaumont DentalManchester | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (732 reviews) |
| Blackley Dental PracticeCrumpsall | 2.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (208 reviews) |
| Manchester Dental PracticeManchester | 2.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.1 (282 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kersal Dale with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Manchester, 0.7 miles north; the next are Prestwich (1.4 miles north) and Crumpsall (2.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 16 | 0.7 miles north |
| Prestwich | 2 | 1.4 miles north |
| Crumpsall | 1 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Whitefield | 3 | 2.9 miles north-west |
| Swinton | 2 | 3.1 miles west |
| Eccles | 1 | 3.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kersal Dale
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), 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester | 5.0 (1,026 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 3.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kersal Dale at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Salford |
| 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 | 39.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,992 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 14.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 47.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,563 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 32 practices, more than 96% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Salford | 19th closest to an orthodontic practice of 42 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 | 14.6% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Salford |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beis Yaakov High School — next door The King David High School — 0.7 miles Abraham Moss Community School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 15,605 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 131 schools, 44,488 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oakley Dental, Manchester — under a mile The Park Dental Practice, Prestwich — 1 miles Blackley Dental Practice, Crumpsall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 112 within 10 miles, 194 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 Kersal Dale
The nearest practice to Kersal Dale is Oakley Dental in Manchester, 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 112 practices, and within 20 there are 194.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Oakley Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Beaumont Dental (1.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Kersal Dale list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Kersal Dale are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oakley Dental in Manchester, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kersal Dale
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Orthodontist in Kersal Dale: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Kersal Dale understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Kersal Dale or another part of City and Borough of Salford.
Kersal Dale in context
Kersal Dale's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Kersal Dale falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Kersal Dale skews family-heavy: 39.1% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,992 residents in the neighbourhood around Kersal Dale, 14.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.6% average across City and Borough of Salford. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (32), Kersal Dale has more choice than 96% 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 Kersal Dale attend schools such as Beis Yaakov High School (0.0 miles) and The King David High School (0.7 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. Kersal Dale's Local Authority has 131 schools educating 44,488 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Kersal Dale among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kersal Dale is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away.
Practice data for Kersal Dale
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Kersal Dale. The nearest we do hold are Oakley Dental in Manchester, under a mile away; The Park Dental Practice in Prestwich, about a mile away; and Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, about 2 miles away.
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Kersal Dale
The orthodontic landscape in Kersal Dale offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Kersal Dale
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Kersal Dale
Orthodontic treatment in Kersal Dale 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Kersal Dale
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Kersal Dale
Treatment in Kersal Dale runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kersal Dale. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kersal Dale
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kersal Dale
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kersal Dale often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kersal Dale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kersal Dale is Oakley Dental in Manchester, about 0.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Love-Teeth Dental Practice (0.8 miles) and The Park Dental Practice (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kersal Dale?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of Kersal Dale, 112 practices within 10 miles and 194 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kersal Dale?
The nearest practice to Kersal Dale that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oakley Dental in Manchester, about 0.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bank Dental Practice (1.8 miles) and Beaumont Dental (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kersal Dale, City and Borough of Salford?
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 Kersal Dale, City and Borough of Salford?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.