Orthodontic practices near Mossgate
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Mossgate, 19 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, 3.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regency House Dental PracticeStone | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (127 reviews) |
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 3.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 4.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 6.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 6.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 6.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 7.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 7.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mossgate with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stone, 3.4 miles south-west; the next are Barlaston (3.9 miles west) and Longton (4.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stone | 1 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Barlaston | 1 | 3.9 miles west |
| Longton | 1 | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 8 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Stafford | 4 | 7.8 miles south |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3 | 8.0 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 Mossgate
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre (4.9 from 3,597 reviews), 8.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 8.8 miles south |
| Cannock Dental CareCannock | 4.9 (1,384 reviews) | 16.7 miles south |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Mossgate at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stafford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,623 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 175 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Staffordshire | 278th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Blythe Bridge High School — 2.8 miles Alleyne's Academy — 2.9 miles Christ Church Academy — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,895 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Regency House Dental Practice, Stone — 3 miles Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — 4 miles Longton Dental Centre, Longton — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 50 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 Mossgate
Mossgate is 3.4 miles from Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Grosvenor Dental Practice (6.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashlow Orthodontic Practice (7.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Mossgate list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Mossgate are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Mossgate
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Mossgate, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Staffordshire.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Mosslane, Spot Acre, Fulford, Hilderstone, Stallington, and Sharpley Heath if you are weighing up more than one location.
Facts about Mossgate
Spot Acre is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Mossgate.
Mossgate in context
ONS classifies Mossgate as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Mossgate falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.8% of Mossgate's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.2% of the 1,623 residents in Mossgate's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Mossgate is better served than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Mossgate are Blythe Bridge High School (2.8 miles) and Alleyne's Academy (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Mossgate's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mossgate is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 32 miles away.
Local orthodontic signals in Mossgate
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Mossgate. The nearest recorded are Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 3 miles away; Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, about 4 miles away; and Longton Dental Centre, about 5 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Mossgate
Orthodontic treatment in Mossgate 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Mossgate
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Mossgate
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Mossgate — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Mossgate Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Mossgate has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Mossgate
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 Mossgate practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Mossgate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Mossgate
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Mossgate, Staffordshire alone. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Mosslane, Spot Acre, Fulford, Hilderstone, Stallington, and Sharpley Heath.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Mossgate
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mossgate often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mossgate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mossgate is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Orthodontists Stoke on Trent (3.9 miles) and Longton Dental Centre (4.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mossgate?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Mossgate, 19 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mossgate?
The nearest practice to Mossgate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Longton Dental Centre (4.8 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (6.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mossgate, Staffordshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Mossgate, Staffordshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.