Orthodontic practices near Openshaw
On our practice register: 29 practices within 5 miles of Openshaw, 99 practices within 10 and 177 practices within 20. The closest is Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walmsley DentalDroylsden | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (347 reviews) |
| Thornley Park DentalDenton | 1.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (358 reviews) |
| Kingswater Dental PracticeDenton | 2.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Denton Orthodontics CentreDenton | 2.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (85 reviews) |
| City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - ManchesterManchester | 3.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (497 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
| Victoria ClinicManchester | 3.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (461 reviews) |
| Invisible Braces ManchesterManchester | 3.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Openshaw with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Droylsden, 0.9 miles north-east; the next are Denton (1.2 miles south-east) and Manchester (3.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Droylsden | 1 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Denton | 3 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Manchester | 12 | 3.0 miles west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 4 | 3.1 miles east |
| Chadderton | 2 | 3.8 miles north |
| Stockport | 2 | 4.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Openshaw
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), 3.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester | 5.0 (1,026 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| Joyful OrthodonticsDidsbury | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-west |
| Deansgate Dental StudioManchester | 4.9 (950 reviews) | 3.4 miles west |
| Holly House Dental PracticeStockport | 4.9 (874 reviews) | 4.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Openshaw at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Manchester |
| 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 | 24.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,849 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.5% aged 16 to 24 and 35.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 42.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,784 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 29 practices, more than 95% of towns in England |
| Access within Manchester | 21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 49 places in the county (the county median is 1.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.5% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Manchester |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wright Robinson College — 0.8 miles Fairfield High School for Girls — 0.8 miles Co-op Academy Belle Vue — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 21,181 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 208 schools, 98,058 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Walmsley Dental, Droylsden — under a mile Thornley Park Dental, Denton — 1 miles City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, Manchester — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 99 within 10 miles, 177 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 Openshaw
The nearest practice to Openshaw is Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, 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 99 practices, and within 20 there are 177.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Walmsley Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Kingswater Dental Practice (2.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Openshaw 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 Openshaw are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Openshaw
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Orthodontist in Openshaw: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Openshaw. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Manchester and the surrounding area.
What official data says about Openshaw
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Openshaw sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 24.6% of Openshaw's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Openshaw, 9.5% of the 1,849 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Manchester, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 29 orthodontic practices within five miles, Openshaw is better served than 95% of towns in England. 30.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Openshaw are Wright Robinson College (0.8 miles) and Fairfield High School for Girls (0.8 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 208 schools and 98,058 pupils in Openshaw's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Openshaw's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Openshaw is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away.
Useful local orthodontic context for Openshaw
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Openshaw. The nearest recorded are Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, under a mile away; Thornley Park Dental in Denton, about a mile away; and City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, about 3 miles away.
Local snapshot of Openshaw
Gorton is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Openshaw.
Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Gorton, Droylsden, Failsworth, West Gorton, Longsight, and Newton Heath.
All Orthodontic Options in Openshaw Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Openshaw can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Openshaw
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 Openshaw practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Openshaw
Starting orthodontic treatment in Openshaw can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Openshaw
Not every practice near Openshaw offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By ONS classification, Openshaw falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. 24.6% of Openshaw's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Census 2021 counts 1,849 residents in the neighbourhood around Openshaw, 9.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Manchester. With 29 orthodontic practices within five miles, Openshaw is better served than 95% of towns in England. 30.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Openshaw attend schools such as Wright Robinson College (0.8 miles) and Fairfield High School for Girls (0.8 miles). 19 secondary schools are within three miles. Openshaw's Local Authority has 208 schools educating 98,058 pupils (DfE data). Openshaw's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Openshaw is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Openshaw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Openshaw
This part of the page places Openshaw, Manchester in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Other local pages worth browsing include Gorton, Droylsden, Failsworth, West Gorton, Longsight, and Newton Heath.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Openshaw
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Openshaw often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Openshaw?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Openshaw is Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Thornley Park Dental (1.2 miles) and Kingswater Dental Practice (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Openshaw?
Our register has 29 practices within 5 miles of Openshaw, 99 practices within 10 miles and 177 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Openshaw?
The nearest practice to Openshaw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Walmsley Dental in Droylsden, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Denton Orthodontics Centre (2.4 miles) and Arndale Dental & Implant Clinic (3.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Openshaw, Manchester?
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 Openshaw, Manchester?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.