Orthodontic practices near Limefield
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Limefield, 70 practices within 10 and 197 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Centre | Bury, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Brandlesholme DentistryBury | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (209 reviews) |
| Dentist on the RockBury | 1.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (344 reviews) |
| Synergy DentalBury | 1.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (403 reviews) |
| Knowsley DentalBury | 1.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (39 reviews) |
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 1.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (538 reviews) |
| Ramsbottom Dental Care - Dr Goosen and associatesRamsbottom | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (227 reviews) |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (532 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Limefield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bury, 0.9 miles south; the next are Ramsbottom (2.8 miles north-west) and Radcliffe (3.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bury | 7 | 0.9 miles south |
| Ramsbottom | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Radcliffe | 2 | 3.2 miles south |
| Heywood | 3 | 3.4 miles east |
| Whitefield | 3 | 4.1 miles south |
| Bolton | 4 | 4.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Limefield
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), 1.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 5.0 (538 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-west |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 3.9 miles south |
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Limefield 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,713 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 30.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,897 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 88% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Bury | 47th closest to an orthodontic practice of 70 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Bury |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hazel Wood High School — 1.2 miles St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy — 1.6 miles The Elton High School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 5,439 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 Ramsbottom Dental Care - Dr Goosen and associates, Ramsbottom — 3 miles Ashley Latter Ltd, Radcliffe — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 70 within 10 miles, 197 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 Limefield
The nearest practice to Limefield is The Dental Centre | Bury, 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 70 practices, and within 20 there are 197.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bamford Orthodontic Practice (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inglewood House Dental Practice (4.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Limefield list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Limefield are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brandlesholme Dentistry in Bury, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Limefield
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Orthodontist in Limefield: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Limefield often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It connects local orthodontic research in Limefield with the wider Borough of Bury area.
The local picture in Limefield
By ONS classification, Limefield falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Limefield falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. 14.7% of Limefield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Limefield, 4.9% of the 1,713 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.5% average across Borough of Bury, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Limefield has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Limefield are served by secondary schools including Hazel Wood High School (1.2 miles) and St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy (1.6 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Limefield's Local Authority area covers 91 schools and 30,505 pupils, according to DfE figures. Limefield sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Limefield is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Related pages for Seedfield, Baldingstone, Bevis Green, Higher Woodhill, Walmersley, and Woodfields are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
A quick look at Limefield
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What we know about practices near Limefield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Limefield. The closest on record are The Dental Centre | Bury, under a mile away; Ramsbottom Dental Care - Dr Goosen and associates, about 3 miles away; and Ashley Latter Ltd in Radcliffe, about 3 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Limefield
Many people in Limefield delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Limefield
- 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?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Limefield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Limefield
Patients in Limefield have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Limefield — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Limefield. Limefield — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 14.7% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 1,713 residents in Limefield's census neighbourhood, below the 7.5% average across Borough of Bury. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (17), Limefield has more choice than 88% 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 Limefield are served by secondary schools including Hazel Wood High School (1.2 miles) and St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy (1.6 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Limefield's Local Authority area covers 91 schools and 30,505 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Limefield close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Limefield is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Limefield. The nearest we do hold are The Dental Centre | Bury, under a mile away; Ramsbottom Dental Care - Dr Goosen and associates, about 3 miles away; and Ashley Latter Ltd in Radcliffe, about 3 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Limefield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Limefield
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Limefield, Borough of Bury alone. This page links onward to Seedfield, Baldingstone, Bevis Green, Higher Woodhill, Walmersley, and Woodfields for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Limefield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Limefield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Limefield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Limefield is The Dental Centre | Bury, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Brandlesholme Dentistry (1.0 miles) and Dentist on the Rock (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Limefield?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Limefield, 70 practices within 10 miles and 197 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Limefield?
The nearest practice to Limefield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brandlesholme Dentistry in Bury, about 1.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include Dentist on the Rock (1.2 miles) and Ramsbottom Dental Care - Dr Goosen and associates (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Limefield, Borough of Bury?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Limefield, Borough of Bury?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.