Orthodontic practices near Macclesfield
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Macclesfield, 35 practices within 10 and 136 practices within 20. The closest is CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICS in Macclesfield, under 0.1 miles.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICSMacclesfield | under 0.1 miles | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dr. Reham MoawadMacclesfield | 0.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Janet Gledhill OrthodonticsMacclesfield | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.1 (17 reviews) |
| Paul Smith Dental CareMacclesfield | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (145 reviews) |
| Silk DentalMacclesfield | 0.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (288 reviews) |
| Roe Street Dental Practice MacclesfieldMacclesfield | 0.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (343 reviews) |
| MAC DentalMacclesfield | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (2,117 reviews) |
| Waters Green Dental and Implant ClinicMacclesfield | 0.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Macclesfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Macclesfield, under 0.1 miles; the next are Prestbury (2.3 miles north) and Wilmslow (5.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Macclesfield | 11 | under 0.1 miles |
| Prestbury | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
| Wilmslow | 6 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Bramhall | 5 | 7.0 miles north |
| Stockport | 1 | 7.4 miles north |
| Congleton | 4 | 7.6 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 Macclesfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ringway Dental - Cheadle - Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Bramhall (5.0 from 1,652 reviews), 8.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ringway Dental - Cheadle - Cosmetic and Implant DentistryBramhall | 5.0 (1,652 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-west |
| Cheadle Hulme Dental and CosmeticsBramhall | 5.0 (1,433 reviews) | 8.3 miles north |
| LUME DENTAL COSMETIC DENTISTSWilmslow | 5.0 (349 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Silk DentalMacclesfield | 5.0 (288 reviews) | 0.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Macclesfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cheshire East |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | 63,954 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,982 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 50.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,526 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Cheshire East | 1st closest to an orthodontic practice of 271 places in the county (the county median is 2.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.0 miles away, closer than 99% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.2% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Cheshire East |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | All Hallows Catholic College — 0.6 miles The Macclesfield Academy — 0.6 miles Tytherington School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,783 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 175 schools, 60,416 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 11 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 136 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SK10 |
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 Macclesfield
The nearest practice to Macclesfield is CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICS in Macclesfield, under 0.1 miles away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 136.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Silk Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Macclesfield Orthodontics (1.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICS in Macclesfield, under 0.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Macclesfield
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Orthodontist in Macclesfield: This page was put together for people in Macclesfield who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Macclesfield and the wider Cheshire East area. Macclesfield — a large town with a population of around 63,954 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Macclesfield
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 11 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Macclesfield or nearby searches; 6 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 3 mention fixed braces; 10 include NHS signals and 10 include private treatment signals; 5 mention finance or monthly payment options; 1 mention remote, virtual, or online consultations; access-related signals include parking from 2, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 2. Nearby practice records include Bollington Dental Practice, Dr. Reham Moawad, Fence House Dental, Janet Gledhill Orthodontics, and MAC Dental. Practice websites also mention serving areas such as Cheshire and Macclesfield.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Hurdsfield, Moss Lane, Gurnett, Prestbury, Sutton Lane Ends, and Higherfence can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Macclesfield in context
By ONS classification, Macclesfield falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Macclesfield falls under NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. Macclesfield's under-16 share, 11.8%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,982 residents in the neighbourhood around Macclesfield, 4.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Cheshire East. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Macclesfield has more choice than 79% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 31.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Macclesfield are served by secondary schools including All Hallows Catholic College (0.6 miles) and The Macclesfield Academy (0.6 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 175 schools and 60,416 pupils across Macclesfield's Local Authority. Macclesfield falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Macclesfield is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local context for Macclesfield
Around 63,954 people live in Macclesfield, which is a large town within Cheshire East. Hurdsfield is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km east of Macclesfield.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Macclesfield
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Macclesfield helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Hurdsfield, Higherfence and Moss Lane regularly visit orthodontists in Macclesfield.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Macclesfield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Macclesfield
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Macclesfield has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Hurdsfield, Higherfence and Moss Lane regularly visit orthodontists in Macclesfield.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Macclesfield
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Macclesfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Macclesfield
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Macclesfield, Cheshire East within a broader nearby area. Related nearby location pages such as Hurdsfield, Moss Lane, Gurnett, Prestbury, Sutton Lane Ends, and Higherfence can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Macclesfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Macclesfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Macclesfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Macclesfield is CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICS in Macclesfield, about under 0.1 miles away. The next closest are Dr. Reham Moawad (0.2 miles) and Janet Gledhill Orthodontics (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Macclesfield?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Macclesfield, 35 practices within 10 miles and 136 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Macclesfield?
The nearest practice to Macclesfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHESHIRE CAT ORTHODONTICS in Macclesfield, about under 0.1 miles away. Others nearby include Janet Gledhill Orthodontics (0.2 miles) and Paul Smith Dental Care (0.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Macclesfield, Cheshire East?
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 Macclesfield, Cheshire East?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.