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Orthodontic practices near Long Ing

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Long Ing, 14 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, 0.3 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Station House Dental CareBarnoldswick0.3 miles south-west✓✓✓4.9 (331 reviews)
Colne Dental CareColne4.4 miles south✓–✓4.9 (64 reviews)
Smyli OrthodonticsColne4.5 miles south–✓✓–
Barrowford Dental PracticeBarrowford5.2 miles south–✓✓4.9 (71 reviews)
Oakland Family Dental & OrthodonticsNelson5.8 miles south–✓✓4.9 (59 reviews)
Renovo DentalChatburn7.6 miles west–––5.0 (385 reviews)
The Brace PlaceGlusburn7.8 miles east✓✓✓4.8 (102 reviews)
Queensgate Dental PracticeBurnley8.0 miles south–✓✓4.8 (112 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Long Ing with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnoldswick, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Colne (4.4 miles south) and Barrowford (5.2 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Barnoldswick10.3 miles south-west
Colne24.4 miles south
Barrowford15.2 miles south
Nelson15.8 miles south
Chatburn17.6 miles west
Glusburn17.8 miles east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Long Ing

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Renovo Dental in Chatburn (5.0 from 385 reviews), 7.6 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Renovo DentalChatburn5.0 (385 reviews)7.6 miles west
Accrington Dental SuiteAccrington5.0 (315 reviews)13.4 miles south-west
Standish Street Dental LtdBurnley5.0 (106 reviews)9.3 miles south
The Lounge Dental SuiteRawtenstall5.0 (28 reviews)15.8 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Long Ing at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaPendle
NHS dental servicesNHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Residents under 1622.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,555 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally8.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 35.8% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car20% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,335 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England
Access within Lancashire27th closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.3 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county8.8% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire
Nearest university dental hospitalPreston Dental School, Preston — 24 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsWest Craven High School — 0.6 miles
Colne Park High School — 4.0 miles
Colne Primet Academy — 4.9 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 528 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay26.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesStation House Dental Care, Barnoldswick — under a mile
Colne Dental Care, Colne — 4 miles
Barrowford Dental Practice, Barrowford — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles14 within 10 miles, 65 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsBB18

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 Long Ing

Long Ing has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 65.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smyli Orthodontics (4.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Station House Dental Care (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Long Ing 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 Long Ing are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 24 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Long Ing

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Braces and aligner options in Long Ing

Orthodontist in Long Ing: People weighing up braces or aligners in Long Ing can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Lancashire.

What official data says about Long Ing

Officially, Long Ing is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Long Ing falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. 22.2% of Long Ing's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Long Ing, 8.8% of the 1,555 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Long Ing has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Long Ing attend schools such as West Craven High School (0.6 miles) and Colne Park High School (4.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Long Ing sits among the more deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Long Ing is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 24 miles away.

Nearby location pages

For a broader view, related location pages cover Barnoldswick, Salterforth, Bracewell, North Holme, Sough, and Thornton-in-Craven as well as this one.

Where Long Ing sits locally

Barnoldswick is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Long Ing.

Useful local orthodontic context for Long Ing

There is no orthodontist on our records in Long Ing itself. The nearest recorded are Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, under a mile away; Colne Dental Care, about 4 miles away; and Barrowford Dental Practice, about 5 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatments in Long Ing

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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Long Ing

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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Long Ing

Many people in Long Ing delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Long Ing

  • Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
  • Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
  • For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
  • Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
  • Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Long Ing — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Long Ing. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Long Ing

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Long Ing often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Long Ing?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Long Ing is Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Colne Dental Care (4.4 miles) and Smyli Orthodontics (4.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Long Ing?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Long Ing, 14 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Long Ing?

The nearest practice to Long Ing that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Colne Dental Care (4.4 miles) and The Brace Place (7.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Long Ing, Lancashire?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Long Ing, Lancashire?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleLong Ing, Lancashire Clear Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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