Orthodontic practices near Moss Hey
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Moss Hey, 56 practices within 10 and 181 practices within 20. The closest is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 2.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale | 3.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (32 reviews) |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| One DentalRochdale | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (561 reviews) |
| K L M OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| KML ORTHODONTICSRochdale | 3.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Waterside Dental CareRochdale | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 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 Moss Hey with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 2.7 miles south; the next are Rochdale (3.4 miles north-west) and Mossley (4.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 2.7 miles south |
| Rochdale | 7 | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Mossley | 2 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Littleborough | 1 | 4.4 miles north |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Heywood | 3 | 5.0 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moss Hey
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), 5.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-west |
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 8.2 miles west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Moss Hey 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 | 20% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,424 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 37.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,145 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Oldham | 110th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Crompton House Church of England Academy — 0.8 miles E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy — 1.1 miles E-ACT the Oldham Academy North — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 11,154 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 Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 56 within 10 miles, 181 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Moss Hey
Moss Hey is 2.7 miles from The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 56 practices, and within 20 there are 181.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Crescent Orthodontics (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Oldham Orthodontics (4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Moss Hey list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Moss Hey are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.7 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 Moss Hey
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Orthodontist in Moss Hey: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Moss Hey, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Borough of Oldham.
The local picture in Moss Hey
ONS classifies Moss Hey as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 20% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,424 residents in the neighbourhood around Moss Hey, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 8% average across Borough of Oldham. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Moss Hey is better served than 85% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Moss Hey attend schools such as The Crompton House Church of England Academy (0.8 miles) and E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy (1.1 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Moss Hey's Local Authority has 124 schools educating 47,369 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Moss Hey sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Moss Hey is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Moss Hey
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Moss Hey itself. The closest on record are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 3 miles away; Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, about 3 miles away; and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 4 miles away.
Facts about Moss Hey
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Small Brook, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Nearby location pages including Small Brook, Goats, Lane Side, Lower Rushcroft, Shore Edge, and Top o' th' Knowl can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Moss Hey
Many people in Moss Hey delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Moss Hey runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Moss Hey Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Moss Hey can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Moss Hey
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Moss Hey practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Moss Hey. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Moss Hey
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Moss Hey, Borough of Oldham within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Small Brook, Goats, Lane Side, Lower Rushcroft, Shore Edge, and Top o' th' Knowl for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Moss Hey
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Moss Hey often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moss Hey?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moss Hey is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (2.8 miles) and Deeplish Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moss Hey?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Moss Hey, 56 practices within 10 miles and 181 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moss Hey?
The nearest practice to Moss Hey that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Crescent Orthodontics (3.5 miles) and KML ORTHODONTICS (3.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Moss Hey, 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 Moss Hey, Borough of Oldham?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.