Orthodontic practices near Low Crompton
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Low Crompton, 59 practices within 10 and 181 practices within 20. The closest is Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, 2.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (32 reviews) |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 2.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| One DentalRochdale | 2.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (561 reviews) |
| KML ORTHODONTICSRochdale | 3.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| K L M OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Waterside Dental CareRochdale | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (51 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Low Crompton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rochdale, 2.6 miles north-west; the next are Chadderton (2.6 miles south) and Heywood (4.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rochdale | 7 | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Chadderton | 4 | 2.6 miles south |
| Heywood | 3 | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Middleton | 1 | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Littleborough | 1 | 4.5 miles north |
| Mossley | 2 | 4.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Low Crompton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamford Orthodontic Practice in Heywood (5.0 from 164 reviews), 4.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-west |
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 6.9 miles west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Low Crompton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oldham |
| 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,382 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.3% 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 | 1,464 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.3% 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 Oldham | 106th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Crompton House Church of England Academy — 0.4 miles E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy — 1.1 miles St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 15,294 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 124 schools, 47,369 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Tooth Place Dental Surgery, Chadderton — 3 miles Deeplish Dental Practice, Rochdale — 3 miles Edenfield Dental Care, Heywood — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 59 within 10 miles, 181 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — under a mile |
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 Low Crompton
The nearest practice to Low Crompton is Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 59 practices, and within 20 there are 181.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Crescent Orthodontics (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Oldham Orthodontics (3.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Low Crompton 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 Low Crompton are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Low Crompton
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Practice data for Low Crompton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Low Crompton. The nearest we do hold are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 3 miles away; Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, about 3 miles away; and Edenfield Dental Care in Heywood, about 4 miles away.
The local picture in Low Crompton
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Low Crompton sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.3% of Low Crompton's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,382 residents in the neighbourhood around Low Crompton, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Low Crompton is better served than 88% 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 Low Crompton attend schools such as The Crompton House Church of England Academy (0.4 miles) and E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy (1.1 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. Low Crompton's Local Authority has 124 schools educating 47,369 pupils (DfE data). Low Crompton's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Low Crompton is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Low Crompton
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Narrow Gate Brow, the closest linked location.
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Pages for Narrow Gate Brow, Hanging Chadder, High Crompton, Royton, Burnedge, and Luzley Brook follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Low Crompton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Low Crompton can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Low Crompton offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
The Orthodontic Journey in Low Crompton
Orthodontic treatment in Low Crompton 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Low Crompton
- 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?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Low Crompton
No orthodontic practice covers Low Crompton directly, though Bupa Dental Care (under a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Low Crompton is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.3% of Low Crompton's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Low Crompton, 6.5% of the 1,382 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, Low Crompton is better served 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. Secondary-age pupils near Low Crompton attend schools such as The Crompton House Church of England Academy (0.4 miles) and E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy (1.1 miles). 12 secondary schools are within three miles. Low Crompton's Local Authority area covers 124 schools and 47,369 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Low Crompton among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Low Crompton is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Low Crompton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Low Crompton
These links help widen your research beyond Low Crompton, Borough of Oldham if you're open to travelling a little further. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Narrow Gate Brow, Hanging Chadder, High Crompton, Royton, Burnedge, and Luzley Brook.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Low Crompton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Low Crompton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Low Crompton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Low Crompton is Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, about 2.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (2.6 miles) and Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Low Crompton?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Low Crompton, 59 practices within 10 miles and 181 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Low Crompton?
The nearest practice to Low Crompton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Crescent Orthodontics (2.7 miles) and KML ORTHODONTICS (3.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Low Crompton, Borough of Oldham?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Low Crompton, Borough of Oldham?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.