Orthodontic practices near Moses Gate
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of Moses Gate, 70 practices within 10 and 213 practices within 20. The closest is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, 0.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (25 reviews) |
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Bolton Road Dental CentreFarnworth | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (250 reviews) |
| Swift DentalBolton | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (353 reviews) |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 1.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (602 reviews) |
| The Smile ClinicBolton | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (1,083 reviews) |
| Cahill Dental & Implant ClinicBolton | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| Dream Smiles DentalBolton | 2.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Moses Gate with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Farnworth, 0.6 miles north-west; the next are Bolton (1.3 miles north-west) and Bury (2.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Farnworth | 3 | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Bolton | 7 | 1.3 miles north-west |
| Bury | 7 | 2.7 miles east |
| Walkden | 1 | 2.9 miles south |
| Radcliffe | 2 | 3.8 miles east |
| Swinton | 3 | 4.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moses Gate
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), 4.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 5.0 (538 reviews) | 4.0 miles north-east |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Moses Gate at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bolton |
| 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 | 24.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,602 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,996 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 27 practices, more than 95% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Bolton | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 73 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.2% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Bolton |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Little Lever School — 0.7 miles Harper Green School — 0.8 miles Mount St Joseph RC High School a Voluntary Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 12,914 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 141 schools, 57,265 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bolton Orthodontic Centre, Farnworth — under a mile Swift Dental, Bolton — 1 miles The Dental Practice, Bury — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 70 within 10 miles, 213 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 Moses Gate
Moses Gate has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 70 practices, and within 20 there are 213.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Harpers Dental Practice (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Moses Gate list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 Moses Gate are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, under a mile 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 Moses Gate
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Orthodontist in Moses Gate: This page was put together for people in Moses Gate who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Borough of Bolton.
Useful local orthodontic context for Moses Gate
There is no orthodontist on our records in Moses Gate itself. The closest on record are Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, under a mile away; Swift Dental in Bolton, about a mile away; and The Dental Practice in Bury, about 3 miles away.
About Moses Gate
The nearest other location we cover is Burnden, under 1 km to the west.
Area profile for Moses Gate
Moses Gate is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Moses Gate falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. With 24.4% of residents under 16, Moses Gate has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 1,602 residents in the neighbourhood around Moses Gate, 10.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.6% average across Borough of Bolton. Moses Gate has 27 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% 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 Moses Gate attend schools such as Little Lever School (0.7 miles) and Harper Green School (0.8 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 141 schools and 57,265 pupils in Moses Gate's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Moses Gate's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Moses Gate is about 9 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester.
Continue your local research
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Burnden, Darcy Lever, Farnworth, Dixon Green, Great Lever, and Little Lever.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Moses Gate
Starting orthodontic treatment in Moses Gate can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Moses Gate follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Moses Gate
Patients in Moses Gate have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Moses Gate 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.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Moses Gate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Moses Gate
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Moses Gate, Borough of Bolton with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Burnden, Darcy Lever, Farnworth, Dixon Green, Great Lever, and Little Lever can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Moses Gate
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Moses Gate often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moses Gate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moses Gate is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 0.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Tooth Artist (0.9 miles) and Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moses Gate?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of Moses Gate, 70 practices within 10 miles and 213 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moses Gate?
The nearest practice to Moses Gate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 0.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.1 miles) and Swift Dental (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Moses Gate, Borough of Bolton?
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 Moses Gate, Borough of Bolton?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.