Orthodontic practices near Longdendale
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Longdendale, 29 practices within 10 and 161 practices within 20. The closest is STALY Dental - Stalybridge, 2.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STALY Dental - StalybridgeStalybridge | 2.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| N Marsh OrthodonticsHyde | 3.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Northern OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 3.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (154 reviews) |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 3.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 3.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 3.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 3.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (25 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 4.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Longdendale with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stalybridge, 2.6 miles west; the next are Hyde (3.5 miles south-west) and Ashton-under-Lyne (3.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stalybridge | 1 | 2.6 miles west |
| Hyde | 1 | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 3.6 miles west |
| Mossley | 2 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Denton | 3 | 4.8 miles west |
| Stockport | 4 | 5.1 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 Longdendale
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics in Bramhall (5.0 from 1,433 reviews), 10.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Hulme Dental and CosmeticsBramhall | 5.0 (1,433 reviews) | 10.1 miles south-west |
| The Bridge Dental CareMarple | 5.0 (133 reviews) | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Stockport OrthodonticsStockport | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Longdendale at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tameside |
| 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 |
| Population | 8,873 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,545 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 | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 30.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 447 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Tameside | 63rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 69 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Tameside |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Longdendale High School — 0.4 miles Glossopdale School and Sixth Form — 1.5 miles Dixons Pennine Academy — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 4,613 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 106 schools, 37,051 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | STALY Dental - Stalybridge, Stalybridge — 3 miles N Marsh Orthodontics, Hyde — 4 miles Northern Orthodontics, Ashton-under-Lyne — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 161 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 Longdendale
The nearest practice to Longdendale is STALY Dental - Stalybridge, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 161.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Northern Orthodontics (3.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Kingswater Dental Practice (4.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Longdendale list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Longdendale are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is STALY Dental - Stalybridge, 2.6 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 Longdendale
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Orthodontist in Longdendale: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Longdendale keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Borough of Tameside. Longdendale — a small town with a population of around 8,873 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice data for Longdendale
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Longdendale. The nearest recorded are STALY Dental - Stalybridge, about 3 miles away; N Marsh Orthodontics in Hyde, about 4 miles away; and Northern Orthodontics in Ashton-under-Lyne, about 4 miles away.
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What official data says about Longdendale
Longdendale is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Longdendale. 14.4% of Longdendale's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 1,545 residents in Longdendale's census neighbourhood, below the 7.5% average across Borough of Tameside. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Longdendale is better served than 77% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Longdendale are Longdendale High School (0.4 miles) and Glossopdale School and Sixth Form (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Longdendale's Local Authority area covers 106 schools and 37,051 pupils, according to DfE figures. Longdendale 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 Longdendale is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 10 miles away.
About Longdendale
Around 8,873 people live in Longdendale, which is a small town within Borough of Tameside. Mottram in Longdendale is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-west of Longdendale.
All Orthodontic Options in Longdendale Explained
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Longdendale
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Longdendale — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Longdendale
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Longdendale helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Longdendale 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 Longdendale. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Longdendale
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Frequently Asked Questions in Longdendale
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longdendale often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longdendale?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longdendale is STALY Dental - Stalybridge, about 2.6 miles to the west. The next closest are N Marsh Orthodontics (3.5 miles) and Northern Orthodontics (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Longdendale?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Longdendale, 29 practices within 10 miles and 161 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longdendale?
The nearest practice to Longdendale that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is STALY Dental - Stalybridge, about 2.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include Northern Orthodontics (3.6 miles) and Links Orthodontics (3.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longdendale, Borough of Tameside?
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 Longdendale, Borough of Tameside?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.