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Orthodontic practices near Mossley Cross

On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Mossley Cross, 55 practices within 10 and 166 practices within 20. The closest is Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, 0.6 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne0.6 miles north–✓✓4.9 (260 reviews)
Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley0.6 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (30 reviews)
Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley1.5 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (491 reviews)
STALY Dental - StalybridgeStalybridge1.8 miles south✓–✓4.9 (216 reviews)
Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne2.1 miles south-west–✓✓4.9 (225 reviews)
Northern OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne2.1 miles south-west✓✓✓4.9 (154 reviews)
Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne2.1 miles south-west✓✓✓2.7 (25 reviews)
Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne2.6 miles south-west–––4.0 (83 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Mossley Cross with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashton-under-Lyne, 0.6 miles north; the next are Mossley (0.6 miles north-east) and Stalybridge (1.8 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Ashton-under-Lyne50.6 miles north
Mossley20.6 miles north-east
Stalybridge11.8 miles south
Chadderton43.0 miles west
Denton34.2 miles south-west
Hyde14.4 miles south

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mossley Cross

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stylist Dental Clinics in Manchester (5.0 from 1,026 reviews), 8.2 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester5.0 (1,026 reviews)8.2 miles west
The Bridge Dental CareMarple5.0 (133 reviews)7.6 miles south
Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley5.0 (30 reviews)0.6 miles north-east
North West OrthodonticsMarple5.0 (12 reviews)7.6 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Mossley Cross at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaTameside
NHS dental servicesNHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Residents under 1619.1% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,569 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally10.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre346 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health20% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England
Access within Borough of Tameside23rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 69 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.3% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Tameside
Nearest university dental hospitalManchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 8 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsSt Damian's RC Science College — 1.1 miles
Mossley Hollins High School — 1.1 miles
Dixons Ashton Academy — 1.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles10 schools, about 9,082 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area106 schools, 37,051 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay30.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesMossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — under a mile
Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants, Mossley — under a mile
STALY Dental - Stalybridge, Stalybridge — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles55 within 10 miles, 166 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 Mossley Cross

The nearest practice to Mossley Cross is Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 55 practices, and within 20 there are 166.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Eagle House Dental (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Oldham Orthodontics (3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Mossley Cross list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Mossley Cross are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 1.5 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 Mossley Cross

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Orthodontist in Mossley Cross: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Mossley Cross understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Mossley Cross itself or elsewhere in Borough of Tameside.

Facts about Mossley Cross

Just under 1 km north, Fox Platt is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Widen your local search

If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Fox Platt, Luzley, Bottoms, Brook Bottom, Sandbed, and Broad Carr.

Useful local orthodontic context for Mossley Cross

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Mossley Cross itself. The nearest recorded are Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, under a mile away; Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants in Mossley, under a mile away; and STALY Dental - Stalybridge, about 2 miles away.

Mossley Cross in context

Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Mossley Cross sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Mossley Cross's under-16 share sits at 19.1%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,569 residents in Mossley Cross's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.5% average across Borough of Tameside. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Mossley Cross is better served than 87% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Mossley Cross attend schools such as St Damian's RC Science College (1.1 miles) and Mossley Hollins High School (1.1 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 106 schools and 37,051 pupils across Mossley Cross's Local Authority. Mossley Cross falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mossley Cross is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Mossley Cross

Many people in Mossley Cross delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Mossley Cross

What's available in Mossley Cross depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Mossley Cross is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,569 residents in Mossley Cross's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.5% average across Borough of Tameside. Mossley Cross has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Mossley Cross are served by secondary schools including St Damian's RC Science College (1.1 miles) and Mossley Hollins High School (1.1 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Mossley Cross's Local Authority area covers 106 schools and 37,051 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Mossley Cross sits among the more deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mossley Cross is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

All Orthodontic Options in Mossley Cross Explained

The orthodontic landscape in Mossley Cross offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

How to Choose in Mossley Cross

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 Mossley Cross practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Mossley Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Mossley Cross

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mossley Cross often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mossley Cross?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mossley Cross is Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, about 0.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants (0.6 miles) and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare (1.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Mossley Cross?

Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Mossley Cross, 55 practices within 10 miles and 166 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mossley Cross?

The nearest practice to Mossley Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 1.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include STALY Dental - Stalybridge (1.8 miles) and Northern Orthodontics (2.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mossley Cross, Borough of Tameside?

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 Mossley Cross, Borough of Tameside?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleMossley Cross, Borough of Tameside Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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