Orthodontic practices near Mosley Common
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Mosley Common, 83 practices within 10 and 204 practices within 20. The closest is Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, 1.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Dental CentreTyldesley | 1.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Nova Dental StudioWalkden | 1.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Pennyblack DentalSwinton | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| Bolton Road Dental CentreFarnworth | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (250 reviews) |
| Greenlane Dental PracticeLeigh | 2.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (137 reviews) |
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Worsley Dental CentreSwinton | 2.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (135 reviews) |
| Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (25 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mosley Common with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tyldesley, 1.4 miles south-west; the next are Walkden (1.5 miles north-east) and Swinton (2.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley | 1 | 1.4 miles south-west |
| Walkden | 1 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Swinton | 3 | 2.2 miles east |
| Farnworth | 3 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Leigh | 2 | 2.9 miles west |
| Manchester | 3 | 3.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mosley Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashley Latter Ltd in Radcliffe (5.0 from 532 reviews), 6.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe | 5.0 (524 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 3.9 miles east |
| Stretford Road Dental PracticeUrmston | 5.0 (361 reviews) | 5.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Mosley Common at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wigan |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,580 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 816 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Wigan | 56th closest to an orthodontic practice of 85 places in the county (the county median is 1.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Wigan |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Lowry Academy — 1.2 miles Star Salford Academy — 1.3 miles St Mary's Catholic High School — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 10,946 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 137 schools, 48,586 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Astley Dental Centre, Tyldesley — 1 miles Nova Dental Studio, Walkden — 2 miles Pennyblack Dental, Swinton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 83 within 10 miles, 204 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 Mosley Common
Mosley Common is 1.4 miles from Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 83 practices, and within 20 there are 204.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Astley Dental Centre (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (2.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Mosley Common list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Mosley Common are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Mosley Common
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Orthodontist in Mosley Common: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Mosley Common? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Borough of Wigan.
The local picture in Mosley Common
Mosley Common's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Mosley Common sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 17.3% of Mosley Common's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,580 residents in Mosley Common's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.1% average across Borough of Wigan. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Mosley Common has more choice than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Mosley Common are The Lowry Academy (1.2 miles) and Star Salford Academy (1.3 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 137 schools and 48,586 pupils across Mosley Common's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Mosley Common is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Mosley Common is about 8 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester.
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A quick look at Mosley Common
The nearest other location we cover is Parr Brow, under 1 km to the north.
Local treatment availability around Mosley Common
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Mosley Common. The closest on record are Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, about a mile away; Nova Dental Studio in Walkden, about 2 miles away; and Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, about 2 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Mosley Common
Patients in Mosley Common have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Mosley Common
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Mosley Common
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Mosley Common helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Mosley Common 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 Mosley Common. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Mosley Common
These links help widen your research beyond Mosley Common, Borough of Wigan if you're open to travelling a little further. Nearby pages covering Parr Brow, New Manchester, Boothstown, Ellenbrook, Astley, and Engine Fold may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Mosley Common
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mosley Common often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mosley Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mosley Common is Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, about 1.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Nova Dental Studio (1.5 miles) and Pennyblack Dental (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mosley Common?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Mosley Common, 83 practices within 10 miles and 204 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mosley Common?
The nearest practice to Mosley Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Astley Dental Centre in Tyldesley, about 1.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Pennyblack Dental (2.2 miles) and Bolton Road Dental Centre (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mosley Common, Borough of Wigan?
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 Mosley Common, Borough of Wigan?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.