Orthodontic practices near Northop
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Northop, 13 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 3.0 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 3.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Smilebay In Connah's QuayDeeside | 3.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (95 reviews) |
| Cambria Dental PracticePenyffordd | 5.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (54 reviews) |
| Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On WirralWillaston | 7.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 8.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (144 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Northop with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mold, 2.9 miles south; the next are Deeside (3.4 miles east) and Penyffordd (5.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mold | 3 | 2.9 miles south |
| Deeside | 2 | 3.4 miles east |
| Penyffordd | 1 | 5.5 miles south-east |
| Willaston | 1 | 7.5 miles north-east |
| Heswall | 1 | 8.2 miles north |
| Chester | 9 | 8.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Northop
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Sandstone Dental Practice in Heswall (5.0 from 144 reviews), 8.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 8.2 miles north |
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Sunlight Dental PracticeNew Ferry | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-east |
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 9.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Northop at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Flintshire |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 1,001 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,561 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 156 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Access within County of Flintshire | 65th closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 2.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County of Flintshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 15 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold — 3 miles Greenacre Orthodontics, Deeside — 3 miles Cambria Dental Practice, Penyffordd — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 65 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 Northop
The nearest practice to Northop is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 65.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Masters Orthodontics (9.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On Wirral (7.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Northop list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Northop are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Northop
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Orthodontist in Northop: This page was put together for people in Northop who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of County of Flintshire. Northop — a small village with a population of around 1,001 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Northop
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Northop. The closest on record are Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 3 miles away; Greenacre Orthodontics in Deeside, about 3 miles away; and Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, about 6 miles away.
Facts about Northop
With a population of roughly 1,001, Northop is a small village within County of Flintshire. The nearest other location we cover is Sychdyn, around 2 km to the south.
What official data says about Northop
Northop — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.8% of Northop's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Northop, 6.6% of the 1,561 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Northop has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Wales. Northop's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Northop is about 15 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool.
Continue your local research
Nearby location pages including Sychdyn, Flint, New Brighton, Northop Hall, Maes-y-Dre, and Oakenholt can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Northop
Starting orthodontic treatment in Northop can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Northop
Practices serving Northop differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Northop is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census data puts only 13.8% of Northop's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 1,561 residents in Northop's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire. Northop has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Northop sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Northop is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Northop
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Northop has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Northop — Local Context
Not every practice near Northop offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Northop is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Northop falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. With just 13.8% of residents under 16, Northop skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,561 residents in the neighbourhood around Northop, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Northop is better served than 82% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Northop sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Northop is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Northop. The nearest recorded are Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 3 miles away; Greenacre Orthodontics in Deeside, about 3 miles away; and Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, about 6 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Northop. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Northop
These links help widen your research beyond Northop, County of Flintshire if you're open to travelling a little further. Related nearby location pages such as Sychdyn, Flint, New Brighton, Northop Hall, Maes-y-Dre, and Oakenholt can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Northop
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Northop often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Northop?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Northop is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Grosvenor Orthodontics (3.0 miles) and Grosvenor Place Dental Practice (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Northop?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Northop, 13 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Northop?
The nearest practice to Northop that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 2.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Greenacre Orthodontics (3.4 miles) and Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On Wirral (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Northop, County of Flintshire?
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 Northop, County of Flintshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.